Chapel Downs in Southlake, TX

Chapel Downs is an established neighborhood off North White Chapel Boulevard, with homes from the 1990s on lots around half an acre. Listings describe it as a non-HOA neighborhood, and for some buyers that's the whole reason to look. Here's what I'd want you to know, and what I'd want you to check, before you fall in love with a house here.

Chapel Downs at a glance

What is it like to live in Chapel Downs?

Chapel Downs feels tucked away. Recent listings describe quiet cul-de-sac streets, and the bigger lots give you real backyard space. Some lots are lined with mature trees, and one home on Chestnut Cove Circle backs up to a ranch view.

Now listen, no HOA cuts both ways. You get more freedom with your own property. You also don't have an HOA keeping every yard and every exterior looking the same. Some buyers love that. Others want the polish of a master-planned neighborhood.

What are the homes like in Chapel Downs?

Homes that sold here in the last two years were built from 1992 to 1998, and they run about 3,100 to 4,200 square feet. Some have been updated, with new floors or replaced windows. Condition will vary a lot from home to home.

In the last 24 months (as of November 2026), five homes sold here for about $900,000 to $1.35 million. Prices change, so ask me what's selling right now.

Just think about Southlake this way. Most of it was built in the 1990s and early 2000s, so a lot of homes need updating. Most buyers here don't want a renovation, which is why updated homes move so fast. If you're willing to update, that's where you can find a really good deal.

Where is Chapel Downs?

Chapel Downs sits off North White Chapel Boulevard, between Southlake Boulevard and Highway 114. Bicentennial Park and The Marq are just southwest of the neighborhood, and Southlake Town Square is a short drive east. Southlake as a whole is about 15 minutes from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.

Who is Chapel Downs a good fit for?

Chapel Downs makes sense if you:

• Want around half an acre without paying for a brand new home.
• Like the idea of no HOA guidelines.
• Want Carroll ISD and a quick drive to The Marq and Town Square.
• Are open to updating a 1990s home, or paying more for one that's already done.

Here's the part that not everyone talks about. These homes are around 30 years old. Budget for updates, and look hard at the roof, windows and HVAC. Even at a million dollars, a Southlake home isn't always updated.

Nearby neighborhoods to compare

If Chapel Downs is on your list, I'd also look at these:

• Shady Oaks, across the street from The Marq, with newer homes and an HOA.
• Cross Timber Hills, if you want up to an acre, no HOA and room for your RV.
• Estes Park, for half-acre lots and real upside if you renovate.
• Continental Park Estates, another older neighborhood that listings describe as no HOA.

For the big picture, start with my Southlake guide.

Frequently asked questions

Does Chapel Downs have an HOA?

Listings describe Chapel Downs as a non-HOA neighborhood. I'll confirm it for the exact home before you write an offer.

What school district is Chapel Downs in?

Listings show Carroll ISD, with Walnut Grove Elementary. Some parts of Southlake zone to other districts, so always confirm the schools for the exact address.

How big are the lots in Chapel Downs?

Recent listings show lots from just under half an acre up to about seven tenths of an acre.

Your next step

Want to see what's available in Chapel Downs? I'd be so happy to send you the homes for sale here, including ones that aren't on the market yet. Fill out my Southlake questionnaire, tell me your budget and your hot buttons, and we'll set up a one-on-one call to narrow it down.

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