Elements at Viridian

Independent Assessment

Elements at Viridian is the established name for this 55+ enclave, distinct from the name 'Encore at Viridian': 'Encore' is David Weekley Homes' national active-adult building program, used to market that single builder's Signature and Traditional Series homes within the larger, multi-builder Elements at Viridian community (which also includes homes from Lennar and Drees Custom Homes). Multiple independent sources, including 55places (which distinguishes genuinely age-restricted communities from merely lifestyle-marketed 'age-targeted' ones) and David Weekley's own press materials announcing 'Encore Homes for 55+ Buyers,' confirm the underlying legal age restriction is real, not just marketing. The community's correct overall name is Elements at Viridian, while the Encore branding buyers may encounter from David Weekley's sales offices specifically is also noted. Reported HOA dues vary notably by builder/section (roughly $75 to $337 per month), which is presented as a range rather than a single figure.

Who May Find This Community Appealing

Buyers who want a newer, still-building 55+ community with a choice of builders and floor-plan series, a dedicated resident-only lifestyle center with a full-time activities director, and access to a large master-planned community's broader trails, lakes, and open space are the best fit for Elements at Viridian. Its north Arlington location, roughly 20 minutes from both downtown Dallas and downtown Fort Worth, also suits buyers who want central DFW-metro access without living in either downtown core.

Homes, Builders & Development History

Elements at Viridian is being built within Johnson Development's larger Viridian master-planned community in north Arlington, with construction reported ongoing since 2017 across multiple builder sections. Lennar builds under its own active-adult program, David Weekley Homes builds under its national Encore active-adult brand (offering Signature Series and Traditional Series one-story homes on 45- and 50-foot homesites), and Drees Custom Homes also builds within the community. The community is planned at approximately 700 total single-family homes.

Current Pricing & Market Positioning

A single, current price range across all of Elements at Viridian's builder sections was not independently confirmed; pricing varies by builder, series, homesite size, and phase. Buyers should request current base pricing and available incentives directly from each builder's sales team (Lennar, David Weekley Homes, and Drees Custom Homes) given the community's active, multi-builder, multi-phase structure.

New Construction vs. Resale Considerations

As an actively selling, multi-builder community, current purchase activity is predominantly new construction directly from Lennar, David Weekley Homes, or Drees Custom Homes, each with its own standard builder warranty. A resale market is beginning to develop given construction dating back to at least 2017 in earlier phases. Buyers should confirm current phase availability and lot releases directly with each builder's sales team, and resale buyers should request the HOA's current financials for their specific section.

Taxes, Insurance & Special Assessments

Homes here are subject to Tarrant County property tax and applicable Arlington and school-district rates at current local levels. As with many newer North Texas master-planned communities, homes may also sit within a Municipal Utility District (MUD) or similar special taxing district tied to Viridian's infrastructure; the specific district and its current rate for the Elements section could not be independently confirmed. Texas has no state income tax, and homeowners age 65 or older can apply for Texas's additional homestead exemption and school-tax freeze, separate from this community's 55+ HOA eligibility. Buyers should confirm current county, MUD, and any special-district rates directly with the Tarrant Appraisal District.

Community Layout & Lifestyle

Elements at Viridian pairs a dedicated, resident-only lifestyle center and amenity package with proximity to the much larger, mixed-age Viridian master plan's lakes, trails, and open space. This structure — a private 55+ clubhouse with its own full-time lifestyle director set inside a larger master-planned community — is a common pattern among newer active-adult enclaves in the DFW metro, giving residents both an age-restricted social core and access to a larger community's broader amenity base.

Shopping, Healthcare & Airport Access

Elements at Viridian is located in north Arlington, Tarrant County, in the 76005 zip code, just west of State Highway 360 and roughly 20 minutes from both downtown Dallas and downtown Fort Worth. The location provides convenient access to the broader Mid-Cities corridor between the two downtowns.

Age Qualification & Material Ownership Restrictions

Elements at Viridian is confirmed by multiple sources, including 55places (which distinguishes true 'age-restricted' communities from lifestyle-marketed 'age-targeted' ones) and David Weekley Homes' own press release announcing 'Encore Homes for 55+ Buyers,' as a legally age-restricted 55+ community. The specific recorded Tarrant County deed or covenant language has not been independently pulled. Buyers should confirm current occupancy rules and age-verification procedures directly with the Elements at Viridian residents' association or the relevant builder's sales office.

Tradeoffs & Limitations

Because Elements at Viridian is built by three separate builders (Lennar, David Weekley, and Drees) across different sections and series, HOA dues vary meaningfully depending on which section a buyer purchases in (reported roughly $75 to $337 per month), and buyers should confirm the exact fee and what it covers for their specific section before purchasing. As an active, multi-phase, multi-builder community, available floor plans, pricing, and incentives will continue to shift between the last update and any purchase decision. Buyers may also encounter the 'Encore' branding specifically tied to David Weekley's homes here, which can cause confusion about whether it is a separate community from Elements at Viridian; it is not.

Comparison With Nearby Communities

Within the Dallas-Fort Worth active-adult cluster, Elements at Viridian is distinguished by its multi-builder structure (Lennar, David Weekley, and Drees, rather than a single production builder) and its central Mid-Cities Arlington location roughly equidistant from Dallas and Fort Worth. Buyers who want a single-builder community with a more established, longer operating history and a full country club may prefer Heritage Ranch in Fairview, while buyers who want a newer, still-building community with a choice of builders and floor plans should focus on Elements at Viridian.

Current Listings

A connected local agent or the individual builder sales teams (Lennar, David Weekley Homes, Drees Custom Homes) can provide current available floor plans, home-site releases, and pricing for Elements at Viridian.

Is 'Encore at Viridian' the same community as Elements at Viridian?

Yes. 'Encore' is David Weekley Homes' national active-adult building program, used to market that single builder's homes within the larger, multi-builder Elements at Viridian community, which also includes homes built by Lennar and Drees Custom Homes. Elements at Viridian is the community's overall established name.

Is Elements at Viridian legally age-restricted?

Yes. Multiple sources, including 55places and David Weekley Homes' own press materials, confirm Elements at Viridian is a legally age-restricted 55+ community, not merely a lifestyle-marketed one.

How many homes are planned for Elements at Viridian?

The community is planned at approximately 700 single-family homes across sections built by Lennar, David Weekley Homes, and Drees Custom Homes.

Do HOA dues vary by builder at Elements at Viridian?

Yes. Reported dues range from roughly $75 per month for Drees-built homes to roughly $337 per month for David Weekley- and Lennar-built homes. Confirm the current fee for your specific section directly with the builder or residents' association.