Sweetwater at Light Farms

Pros

• The Toll Brothers development is very nice, with many homes and well-planned amenities.
• The neighborhood is beautiful, clean, friendly, and great for families.
• Residents love living in Light Farms and describe it as a welcoming community.
• The inclusion swing was added and is greatly appreciated by families with disabilities.
• The elementary school is beautiful, with excellent teachers and staff.
• There are extensive running trails and bike-friendly roads for outdoor activity.
• The Nook restaurant and other amenities contribute to an amazing lifestyle.
• The community is golf-cart friendly and features great pools, ponds, and parks.
• The overall atmosphere is fun, vibrant, and filled with neighborly events.
• Light Farms is described as an awesome planned development with everything needed for a comfortable lifestyle.
• The subdivision is beautiful, with nice homes and a strong sense of community.
• Some reviewers call Light Farms the best community ever, noting on-site dining and a full-service bar.

Cons

• The community isn't being maintained.
• They use the worst landscaping company, GOLD.
• The fitness centers never have the machines in working condition.
• The grounds have trash near the tennis areas.
• There is a lack of communication about issues.
• A realtor on the team participated in the insurrection at the Capitol.
• There are not many vendors as advertised.
• The HOA cannot be reached, and the pool is closed most of the time.
• Water is much more expensive than in Celina.

Review

Light Farms feels like a big, thoughtfully planned community built by Toll Brothers, a place that many residents describe as beautiful and inviting the moment you arrive. The neighborhood is described as spacious and well thought out, with a strong sense of place that comes from its design, amenities, and the array of homes that make up the landscape. People repeatedly call it a great place to live, emphasizing a calm, family-friendly atmosphere and a layout that supports a connected, active lifestyle.

A number of reviews highlight the inclusivity and accessibility of the community. Notably, one resident shared a story about pushing for an inclusive swing in Light Farms and how a local HOA staffer, Reina Zuckerman, helped bring it to fruition. The result is a swing that welcomes kiddos with disabilities to enjoy the neighborhood alongside their peers, underscoring a culture that many residents perceive as community-centered and responsive to residents' needs. This type of involvement contrasts with some other feedback, but it stands out as a memorable example of how individual voices can influence the shared spaces here.

The amenities and daily living options are a recurrent thread in the feedback. Residents praise the walking trails, running routes, and bike-friendly roads that make it enjoyable to stay active without commuting far from home. The pool is repeatedly described as spectacular, with clear water and a resort-like feel, including the unique feature of a pool area with a windowed bar and outdoor restaurant space. The Nook, the neighborhood restaurant, gets its own spotlight as a social hub - great food, a friendly staff, and a place where people gather after work or on weekends. In addition to dining, there's mention of other on-site conveniences such as an organic grocery store and a broader sense of community life with events and activities that bring neighbors together.

Education and safety receive frequent praise as well. An elementary school within the community is described as beautiful, with strong teachers and administrative staff, alongside professional support from local police and cleaning crews. The sense of security and quality education is repeatedly framed as a hallmark of Light Farms, reinforcing the idea that it's not just a place to live, but a place that supports families and their day-to-day routines.

Beyond the obvious amenities, residents describe a vibrant social ecosystem. The community hosts a range of events - from wine tastings and music at the park to karaoke nights and family-friendly gatherings at the farmstand. There's a sense of a self-contained ecosystem: parks, ponds stocked for fishing, dog parks, camping sites, and even a dedicated gym. The vibe is often likened to a resort-like lifestyle you can enjoy year-round, with options to participate in or simply observe the energy of neighbors connecting over shared activities. The casual, down-to-earth atmosphere is repeatedly emphasized: despite the growth and ongoing development, many shoppers and families find Light Farms a place where "neighbors are down to earth" and relationships form organically.

Yet the community is not without its challenges. Several reviews point to maintenance and operational concerns. Some residents feel there's a lack of ongoing upkeep, pointing to issues with the landscaping contractor described as GOLD, and persistent problems with fitness center equipment not being in working order. There are complaints about trash near tennis areas and a sense that information and issue resolution from the HOA could be more proactive. Pool access is not always reliable, with comments noting that pools can be closed for extended periods, and there's a sense that the HOA's communication about issues could be stronger. A few reviewers also flag that water costs are notably higher here than in nearby Celina, which colors the financial experience of living in Light Farms for some households. These concerns paint a more balanced picture: a beautiful, ambitious community that is still growing and refining its operations.

Interwoven with these experiences is a note of controversy from one review, adding complexity to the portrait. A commenter claimed that a realtor on the team, Jenna Ryan, participated in the insurrection at the Capitol and expressed shame about doing business with a company that would have such a figure on its roster. This single viewpoint reflects an external tension and a direct challenge to trust in a specific member of the broader Light Farms ecosystem. It's a reminder that, as the community expands, the perspectives and reputations tied to individual people and affiliations can color how prospective residents perceive the neighborhood - even as many residents celebrate the tangible, everyday positives of living there.

Overall, Light Farms presents as a deeply loved, highly livable place that blends beautiful design, strong amenities, and a culture of neighborly connection with ongoing challenges that come with growth. For families and active individuals who value trails, parks, friendly social life, and a sense of community rooted in accessibility and inclusivity, it offers a compelling, even aspirational, living experience. At the same time, potential residents may want to weigh maintenance reliability, HOA responsiveness, and utility costs as part of a balanced view of the full Light Farms story. The neighborhood's strength lies in its ability to bring people together, while its growth and operational hurdles remind us that even the best-planned communities must continually adapt to keep pace with the needs of their residents.

Cafes

• The Nook (0.5 miles)
• Starbucks (2.5 miles)
• Starbucks (6.1 miles)
• Dutch Bros Coffee (6.2 miles)
• Starbucks (7.6 miles)
• Starbucks (9.2 miles)
• Starbucks (9.4 miles)

Parks

• Frontier Park (1.6 miles)
• Jasmine Park (6.9 miles)
• WestRidge Subdivisions (7 miles)

Places of Worship

• Prestonwood Baptist Church (2.5 miles)
• St Martin de Porres Catholic Church - Frisco/Prosper (5.5 miles)
• St Francis Catholic Church (7.3 miles)
• Stonebridge United Methodist Church (8.4 miles)
• Hope Fellowship (9.8 miles)
• West Frisco Hope Fellowship Site (10.3 miles)
• Gateway Church (10.3 miles)

Pharmacies

• Kroger Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
• Brookshire's (2.7 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
• Celina Drug (3.9 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (4.8 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (6.8 miles)
• Good Neighbor Pharmacy (7 miles)

Physicians

• Prosper Pediatrics (2.8 miles)
• Shelton Family Health Care (3.9 miles)
• Cook Children's Endocrinology (5.7 miles)
• Savannah Clinic at Denton Regional Medical Clinic (7.5 miles)
• Adriatica Women's Health (8.1 miles)
• Children's Choice Pediatrics (8.1 miles)
• Baylor Medical Center Physician's Building (8.2 miles)

Restaurants

• Cotton Gin Cafe (3.1 miles)
• Sonic Drive-In (3.2 miles)
• Whataburger (4.2 miles)
• Windsong Ranch (5.6 miles)
• MOD Pizza (6.1 miles)
• Whataburger (7.7 miles)
• Bahama Buck's (8 miles)

Theaters

• CUT! by Cinemark — Dine-in Theatre, Kitchen & Bar (4.6 miles)
• Electric - Cinemark (9.3 miles)

Hospitals

• Texas Health Frisco (7.2 miles)