The Courtyards at Haines Creek

Independent Assessment

Zillow, newhomesource, and Epcon's own site consistently describe The Courtyards at Haines Creek as a distinct, actively developing New Albany community with its own site plan, home plans, and pricing pages separate from The Courtyards at New Albany -- confirming these are two genuinely different Epcon developments rather than a duplicate listing, consistent with their different street addresses (Central College Road / Wooster Drive versus the golf-club-adjacent Courtyards at New Albany location). A City of New Albany planning-department document ('O-84-2023 Exhibit A, Courtyards at Haines Creek Rezoning IPUD Text') specific to this development is a recorded municipal zoning document, a stronger category of evidence than marketing-directory categorization; secondary search summaries characterize the approved development as age-restricted, though the full ordinance text could not be read directly to confirm the specific occupancy threshold.

Who May Find This Community Appealing

Buyers who want new-construction Epcon ranch homes in New Albany with a documented municipal rezoning record specific to age-restricted use -- and who are comfortable with an actively developing, still-building-out community -- will find The Courtyards at Haines Creek appealing, particularly those who prioritize New Albany's schools, business district, and proximity to Columbus's northeast suburbs.

Homes, Builders & Development History

The Courtyards at Haines Creek is developed by Epcon Communities, with a sales/model presence referenced at 8306 Central College Road and 5574 Wooster Drive in New Albany. Construction was reported beginning around 2025, with plans for up to 151 single-family homes upon completion, priced from $502,900. The City of New Albany's planning records include a specific rezoning (IPUD) text amendment exhibit for the project, indicating it went through the city's formal zoning approval process as its own distinct development.

Current Pricing & Market Positioning

New-construction pricing at The Courtyards at Haines Creek starts from $502,900, above Nottingham Trace's $432,990 starting price in the same town. Buyers should confirm current pricing and available lots directly with Epcon, as figures will shift as the community continues building out.

New Construction vs. Resale Considerations

The Courtyards at Haines Creek is an active new-construction community, so buyers can currently select from available floor plans, lots, and builder options. Because the community is newly developing, buyers should confirm which amenities are complete versus still planned and budget for ongoing nearby construction activity during build-out.

Taxes, Insurance & Special Assessments

Homes at The Courtyards at Haines Creek are subject to New Albany, Franklin County property tax administration and New Albany-Plain Local School District taxes. The association's insurance coverage, reserve-fund status, and any special assessment history for this newly developing community were not independently confirmed; buyers should request current financials and any developer transition plan for HOA control before purchasing. Ohio offers a Homestead Exemption property tax reduction for qualifying senior and disabled homeowners; buyers should confirm current eligibility with the Franklin County Auditor.

Community Layout & Lifestyle

The Courtyards at Haines Creek follows Epcon's standard Courtyards format of single-story luxury ranch homes with first-floor owner's suites, abundant natural light, and open floor plans, organized around a shared clubhouse and outdoor recreation space. As a newer, still-developing project, its full amenity build-out should be confirmed directly with Epcon, since not all shared facilities may yet be complete.

Shopping, Healthcare & Airport Access

The Courtyards at Haines Creek sits in New Albany, Franklin County, with site references near Central College Road and Wooster Drive -- placing it within New Albany's broader master-planned area northeast of downtown Columbus, convenient to the town's schools, business district, and nearby shopping and dining.

Age Qualification & Material Ownership Restrictions

The City of New Albany's planning department has a specific rezoning (IPUD) text amendment exhibit on file for The Courtyards at Haines Creek, and secondary reporting characterizes the approved development as age-restricted, distinguishing it from communities that only carry marketing-level active-adult branding. The full text of the government record could not be read directly to confirm the specific occupancy-percentage requirement (e.g., an 80% HOPA threshold). Buyers should request the recorded declaration and the city's approved zoning text directly to confirm the exact restriction language before purchasing.

Tradeoffs & Limitations

Because The Courtyards at Haines Creek is still under active development, buyers should expect ongoing construction activity and phased amenity delivery; a current HOA fee and exact remaining inventory were not confirmed, and the underlying zoning ordinance's specific age-restriction language was not fully read. Buyers should also take care not to confuse this community with the separate, earlier-built Courtyards at New Albany, despite the very similar name and shared builder.

Comparison With Nearby Communities

The Courtyards at Haines Creek is a distinct, newer, and higher-priced Epcon development from The Courtyards at New Albany, despite the similar branding and shared builder -- the two sit at different addresses, went through separate city rezoning processes, and are not the same community. Within New Albany, Haines Creek's documented rezoning record for age-restricted use also sets it apart from the less-documented Courtyards at New Albany, though Nottingham Trace remains the community with the most specific zoning-percentage confirmation.

Current Listings

A connected local agent or Epcon's own sales team can provide current available floor plans, quick move-in homes, and pricing at The Courtyards at Haines Creek.

Is The Courtyards at Haines Creek the same community as The Courtyards at New Albany?

No. Despite the similar name and shared builder (Epcon Communities), these are two distinct developments at different New Albany addresses, each with its own city zoning approval, site plan, and pricing.

Is The Courtyards at Haines Creek age-restricted?

The City of New Albany has a specific rezoning text amendment on file for this development, and secondary reporting describes it as age-restricted. The full ordinance text could not be read to confirm the exact occupancy-percentage requirement, so buyers should request the recorded restriction language directly.

How many homes will The Courtyards at Haines Creek have?

Reported plans call for up to 151 single-family homes upon completion.

What is the starting price at The Courtyards at Haines Creek?

New construction is reported starting from $502,900.