Old Edwards Reserve has both new homesite releases and a resale inventory. The decision between the two is more nuanced at the Reserve than at The Cliffs because the community is smaller, the ARB is stricter, and resale liquidity is naturally thinner.
This page covers the trade-offs.
The structural differences that decide the answer.
The Reserve's ARB is meaningfully stricter than typical — design-discipline, materials specifications, and architectural language tightly held. Longer review process produces a more coherent built environment.
24–36 months is more common at the Reserve than the 18–30 month range at Cliffs communities, driven by ARB depth and the boutique builder roster.
The end result is typically architect-signature — Old Edwards brand-aligned. Premium presentation that holds resale value but requires longer commitment.
The Reserve is small. Resale inventory turns over rarely. When a Reserve home lists, it often sells through pre-MLS exposure before broad market visibility.
30–60 days to close. The right answer for buyers who want a Reserve address but cannot commit to a 24–36 month build.
Most Reserve resale homes are well-maintained but specific finishes may not match every buyer's taste. ARB approval is required for any meaningful renovation — the same review applies to existing homes as new builds.
A buyer-side framework for picking the right answer.
...the timeline works, you have specific architectural intent, and you value the most curated outcome. The Reserve's ARB makes new builds particularly compelling here vs. The Cliffs because the design discipline raises the floor on the result.
...you need to be in within a year, the right Reserve home is currently listed, OR you find an architect-signature home that already meets your needs. Pre-MLS access is critical — much of the best Reserve inventory never reaches public market.
For both paths, engage with David early. The Reserve's small inventory makes timing and pre-market intelligence the most important variable.
A 30-minute conversation is the fastest way to get a confident next step.
