Looking at the past to shape the future

Two Step Farm pioneers a new focus in master-planned communities  

Two Step Farm in Montgomery, Texas, developed by the Oxland Group is redefining how to create a master planned community. Their opening celebration, Two Step Farm Fest, on November 7, 2025, introduced a community built on authenticity, warmth and history. With over 4,000 homes planned at build-out, Two Step Farm is centered around amenities that are less resort-like but connection-building. They return to third-spaces including the design of a community garden, goat farm, coworking space, biergarten, outdoor BBQ pavilion and a dance hall that derives from Texas’ cultural roots. 

Behind the Development 

The Oxland Group knows how to create a successful master planned community. Established in 2019, the capital investment and real estate development firm is headquartered in Houston.Their unique approach to investment and community development is represented by the success of their Painted Tree community in McKinney, Texas. Painted Tree is ranked on RCLCO’s 2023, 2024 and 2025 nationwide list of 50 top-selling communities.

The design team for Two Step Farm includes LRK, Brent Design, Garrison Jones Landscape Architects, Old World Lumber, Halff Associates, Quiddity Engineering, Paper Lot Marketing, Strada Made, Cohere, TBG Partners, ASWT Development Consultants and Genesis Collaborative.

The Two Step Farm team worked closely with their homebuilders who include:Autograph Homes, Coventry Homes, David Weekley Homes, Drees Custom Homes, DSLD Homes, Highland Homes, Partners in Building, Perry Homes, Pulte Homes and a 55+ community Trilogy® by Shea Homes® coming 2026. These builders were specifically selected for their connection and execution of regional vernacular architecture in the styles of Texana Farmhouse, Texas Craftsman, Acadian, Contemporary European and New Texas Modern. With over 70 possible floor plans, new homes in the community range in size from 1,400. to over 5,500 square feet and price from the mid $300,000 to well over $1 million. The diverse offerings allow for the community profile to fit various client needs and buyer types. 

 

One-of-a-kind Amenity  

Their venture into Two Step Farm hinged on togetherness and that shaped the community’s vision. Anchored by the Texana ethos of hospitality, kindness and charm, these values are best expressed through the integration of music, farming and nature. 

Instead of clubhouses or community centers, Two Step Hall, pays homage to the iconic dance halls built by German and Czech immigrants in the mid-1800’s. The 9,000 square foot amenity was designed in collaboration with the Texas Dance Hall Preservation. In the beginning stages, the design team toured ten iconic dance halls across Texas to study their architecture, design and cultural influence on the communities they brought together.

Two Step Hall plans to host live music, community gatherings and celebrations. “Two Step Farm is unlike any other community in the country,” said Tom Woliver, Co-president of Oxland Group. “We’re not just building homes, we’re cultivating a new way of living that revitalizes old Texas traditions. From music that brings neighbors together to unique amenities inspired by Texas history like our dance hall, everything here celebrates community connection and Texas hospitality.”

At Two Step Hall’s grand opening gala on November 7, 2025, Oxland raised $67,000 to benefit the Texas Dance Hall Preservation, the largest single-event fundraiser in the organization’s history. “Oxland Group’s Tom Woliver poured genuine passion for dance hall history into this development, and their support, along with the enthusiasm of everyone who attended, reaffirmed why this work matters,” said Jean Spivey, Executive Director at Texas Dance Hall Preservation Inc.

Smart Technology 

While Two Step Farm focuses on bringing the local community together, it also prioritizes connection to technology. It is the first community in Texas with built-in generator and battery backup readiness. The inclusion of an upsized gas meter to support backup power systems, an automatic transfer switch (ATS) and pre-wired connection points make it one of the most resilient communities in the state. Additionally, it offers smart homes inside a smart community. The high-speed internet is available throughout the community allowing for residents to log in once and work throughout the premises. 

Community Connection

Two Step Farm offers other unique opportunities for neighbors to connect. The year-round community garden provides residents learning opportunities and a space to get their hands a little dirty. A working Nubian and Spanish goat farm maintains the open spaces around the community but also provides volunteer opportunities and a gathering spot. Two Step Farm also includes their take on a co-working space, the CO-OP. Next to the CO-OP is the biergarten and outdoor BBQ pavilion.  

The Oxland Group plans for the future development of a community pool, The Great Hall for larger events, an amphitheater, a splash pad on the town green and mixed-use retail. Leaning into the history of the area, Two Step Farm is forging a fresh pathway to master-planned community success.

By Sofia Feeney. Sofia is the Editor at Builder and Developer and she can be reached at sofia@builder.media. 

This feature also appears in the January issue of Builder and Developer, read the print version here.