Lakeside Canyon in Mead, CO
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Community Overview
Lakeside Canyon is a D.R. Horton community in south Mead, near the Union Reservoir Nature Area and at the hub of Mead, Longmont and Firestone, with easy access to I-25. D.R. Horton builds six open-concept plans here: the Chatham (a 4-bedroom ranch, about 1,771 square feet), Pendleton, Bellamy, Holcombe, Henley and Bridgeport, from about 1,771 to 2,652 square feet with 3 to 5 bedrooms and 2-car garages. Prices run from about $512,990 to $639,900 (October 2026). Homes include smart home technology, stainless appliances, energy-saving features and 6-foot privacy fencing. The community has walking paths, dog parks and a playground. Schools are in St. Vrain Valley: Mead Elementary, Mead Middle and Mead High, which is about a mile and a half away.
About the Community
D.R. Horton lists Lakeside Canyon as "Final Opportunities," with limited inventory and model homes open daily. Expect a mix of quick move-in homes and homes under construction. D.R. Horton builds with a set package of features rather than a long options list, which keeps pricing simple but limits customization.
Mark's Insight
"Lakeside Canyon is one of the more affordable ways into a 4-bedroom new home in the Mead and Longmont area, with Mead High nearby. With the community in its final phase, ask which homes are complete and whether D.R. Horton will negotiate on the last few. Compare its preferred lender incentive against an outside lender, and get the RM Mead Metropolitan District dues and mill levy in writing. Bring your own agent to your first visit."
Mark Leavitt
Nixon Team at RE/MAX Alliance
Costs & Fees to Know
Many new construction communities in Northern Colorado use metro districts to finance infrastructure like roads, utilities, and amenities. This can add $150–$500+ per month to your housing costs depending on the mill levy. Understanding your true monthly payment—including metro district taxes, HOA dues, and property taxes—is essential before you buy.
HOA Information
At Lakeside Canyon, the RM Mead Metropolitan District handles common-area landscaping, snow removal, the dog park, covenant enforcement and design review, managed by MSI. Listing data shows dues around $720 a year. Confirm the current amount and review the covenants before you sign.
Metro/Tax District Info
Listing data for Lakeside Canyon names the RM Mead Metropolitan District (rmmeadmetrodistrict.org), which maintains common areas and enforces covenants. Ask D.R. Horton for the metro district disclosure, the current mill levy and any annual fees for your lot, and have your lender use those exact figures.
Is This Community Right for You?
Great Fit If You...
Buyers who want a 4-bedroom new home around $500K near Longmont Families who want Mead schools close by Commuters who need I-25 access Buyers who prefer a simple, set-features buying process
May Not Be Ideal If You...
Buyers who want extensive customization Buyers who want 3-car garages Buyers who want to avoid metro district fees Buyers who want a large lot
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Nearby Comparable Communities
Lakeside Canyon vs. Barefoot Lakes (Firestone) – A larger master plan just east with lake amenities Lakeside Canyon vs. Red Barn Meadows (Mead) – Another Mead option compared on price Lakeside Canyon vs. Frontier Estates (Firestone) – Meritage homes nearby, compared on included features
Location
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Near 13901 Garnet Drive, Mead, CO 80504 (near Union Reservoir, south Mead)
Know the Real Monthly Cost at Lakeside Canyon
HOA dues and metro district mill levy can add hundreds to your payment. See the real numbers before you tour.
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DR Horton — Buyer's Review
DR Horton is one of the largest national production home builders in the country, with an established footprint across Northern Colorado in communities throughout Greeley, Evans, Johnstown, Severance, and other fast-growing areas. The builder specializes in entry-level to mid-range single-family homes designed around efficiency, affordability, and repeatable construction models. In most Northern Colorado communities, DR Horton operates with a limited menu of floor plans and pre-selected interior packages rather than full design customization. Buyers typically encounter DR Horton through planned subdivisions where homes are delivered as specs or near-completion inventory. Within the Northern Colorado new-build landscape, DR Horton is positioned as a value-driven builder focused on speed, consistency, and predictable pricing rather than architectural uniqueness or high-end finishes."
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