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Caldwell Companies was formed in 1990 as a fully integrated real estate firm specializing in commercial and residential investment and development, as well as commercial brokerage and management services. Throughout our history, our name has been synonymous with our mission of Doing it right. Right now.®

The combination of personalized service with a sense of urgency is part of the fabric of Caldwell Companies. We aspire to live out our stated mission with our vendors, suppliers, partners, peers and especially our clients.

We have charged ourselves with a mission to hold ourselves accountable to a higher standard. We are committed to open, honest and fair dealings in every facet of our business, turning our knowledge and experience into distinct advantages for our customers. Our dedication and values derive from our faith-based way of life. Deeply rooted in our culture are the qualities of integrity, character and a strong work ethic that honor a greater purpose.

Our Vision

We honor God by stewarding resources, cultivating relationships, and creating extraordinary communities that enrich lives.

Our Mission

Doing it right. Right now.®

Building a Placemaking Legacy

TAKE A LOOK AT OUR STORY
Caldwell founders
1990
Founder
COMPANY FOUNDED

A Vision Takes Root

Fred Caldwell, a proud Aggie, and John Nyberg join forces to launch Caldwell Nyberg Interests, Inc.—a commercial real estate firm built on faith, integrity, and a belief in doing business the right way. From a humble office and big dreams, the Caldwell story begins—grounded in core values that reflect its Texas A&M roots and a maroon culture that still runs deep throughout the company today.

1996
Wincrest Falls home
NEW VENTURE

Residential Debut

Caldwell Companies plants its first residential roots with Wincrest Falls: 43 acres, 28 homes, and the spark that would eventually grow into vibrant, award-winning communities across Texas.

1999
Rock Creek
2004
Wimbledon Falls
2005
Spring Creek
Ranch
2006
Towne Lake
+
Del Webb
Sweetgrass
2007
A BROADER MISSION

Caldwell Companies


What began as a commercial real estate firm had grown far beyond its original scope. In 2007, a new name—Caldwell Companies—was introduced to reflect the company's expanding footprint and purpose-driven approach to real estate and community-building.

2009
Towne Lake
IMPORTANT RECOGNITION

A Community of the Year

Towne Lake, Caldwell's flagship master-planned community, is named GHBA's Community of the Year—a first for the company and a proud moment that affirmed its vision for creating "extraordinary places that enrich lives."

EXPANDING POSSIBILITIES

First Mixed-Use Development


Remington Square Office Park opens, marking Caldwell's first step into mixed-use development. Designed to redefine the work place by offering a "park and stay" environment, the project includes both office and retail space in a landscaped park setting.

Remington Square
2014
A SPECIAL HONOR

Southern Living Showcase Home

A dream becomes reality with Caldwell's first Southern Living Showcase Home: a $1.35 million custom residence in Towne Lake. Thanks to its timeless architecture and lakefront setting, the home was selected through a rigorous national process as one of only three showcase homes in the country that year—and the only one in Texas.

2014
Willowcreek
Ranch
2016
Bridlecreek
2017
BUILDING ON EXPERIENCE

Caldwell Homes


After decades of developing award-winning communities, Caldwell steps into homebuilding with the launch of Caldwell Homes—offering beautifully designed, right-sized homes for every chapter of life.

2018
WORKPLACE RECOGNITION

Best Places to Work

Now 100 associates strong, Caldwell Companies earns a spot in the Top 10 Best Places to Work in Houston in the Large Company category. A milestone that reflects not just growth—but a culture of purpose, passion, and people-first values.

Best Places to Work
The Work Well
THE WORK WELL

A New Kind of Workspace

Innovation meets collaboration with the launch of The Work Well—Caldwell's first co-working space. Purposefully designed for productivity, collaboration, and community, this dynamic environment reflects the company's entrepreneurial spirit.

2019
A TEXAS-SIZED ACHIEVEMENT

Towne Lake

The vision for Towne Lake reaches full scale with the completion of the largest private lake ever built in Texas—300 acres of water, winding trails, and community life on the water's edge.

Towne Lake
2019
Mission Ranch
+
Copper Bend
2020
Chambers Creek
TEEING OFF A NEW ERA

Chambers Creek 55+ Golf Course

Golf legend Tom Lehman brings pro-level design to Caldwell's first active adult community, Chambers Creek. The championship course is more than a game changer—it's the heart of a 55+ and better lifestyle, the way it is meant to be.

2021
The Highlands
2022
2022
Chambers Creek
LiveWell
A NEW STANDARD FOR WELLNESS

A Joy-Driven Difference


Caldwell introduces LiveWell, a holistic wellness philosophy designed to help residents pursue something greater than happiness—authentic joy. Built on six pillars of well-being, it shapes every community through purposeful design and meaningful connection.

2025
35th Anniversary
AN IMPORTANT MILESTONE

A Legacy of Doing The Right Thing, Right Now

From a two-man commercial firm to a legacy of transformative communities across Texas, Caldwell Companies celebrates 35 years of placemaking with purpose. Every project, every partnership, every person—it's all part of our collective story.

The Spirit of Service

Our spirit of service extends well beyond our client relationships.

We believe it is imperative that we give back to the communities in which we do business, and in which most of us live. We work not only within our professional organizations and chambers of commerce, but also with many local charities including:

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