A historic downtown square, strong schools, and more house for the money than Frisco. Here is where to look in McKinney and what each neighborhood actually costs.
McKinney pairs one of the most loved historic downtowns in Texas with master-planned communities like Stonebridge Ranch and Craig Ranch. For move-up buyers it is often the best value in Collin County, and the market has real depth: established 1990s neighborhoods, 2010s master plans, and brand-new construction on the north side. I have closed sales here and know the streets.
Price bands are typical ranges from recent activity, not quotes. Every neighborhood below is one Edward has shown, sold in, or filmed in. Ask about the ones that fit your number.
McKinney's largest master-planned community: dozens of villages, two golf courses, and a beach club. Spans several school districts (McKinney, Frisco, Prosper, and Allen ISD), so the specific village matters.
See homes in Stonebridge Ranch →Home to TPC Craig Ranch (PGA Tour's Byron Nelson) with everything from townhomes to golf-course estates. Walkable to shops and dining; parts are in Frisco ISD.
See homes in Craig Ranch →North McKinney's biggest new master plan: trails, pools, and multiple builders. McKinney ISD. A top pick for buyers who want new construction at a McKinney price.
See homes in Trinity Falls →Newest major master plan in McKinney, with a lakeside district and a strong builder lineup. Still releasing phases, which means incentives.
See homes in Painted Tree →A new-urbanist village of front-porch homes, alleys, and a town center. Distinctive architecture that holds value. Prosper ISD.
See homes in Tucker Hill →Eldorado is established value near the country club; Auburn Hills offers larger newer homes; Adriatica is the Croatian-village-style district of townhomes and condos with waterfront dining.
See homes in Eldorado, Auburn Hills, →McKinney is served primarily by McKinney ISD, including McKinney, McKinney Boyd, and McKinney North high schools.
McKinney ISD is rated A by the TEA, and large parts of west and north McKinney are zoned to Frisco ISD, Prosper ISD, Allen ISD, or Melissa ISD instead. In Stonebridge Ranch alone the district changes village by village. I confirm the exact attendance zone on every home before you offer.
Ask Edward about a school zoneTypical off-peak drive times. Traffic on the Tollway and US-75 can add meaningfully at rush hour.
Historic Downtown McKinney, Adriatica Village, Towne Lake, TPC Craig Ranch, Erwin Park, and Stonebridge Ranch's beach and tennis club.
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Edward Nelson is a licensed Texas REALTOR® with MTX Realty who has guided buyers and sellers across McKinney and North Texas since 2021. Honest, strategic, and fully committed to your outcome, not the next deal.
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Generally yes. You typically get more square footage and lot for the same money in McKinney, especially in established neighborhoods. New construction in Trinity Falls and Painted Tree is priced below comparable Frisco new builds.
McKinney ISD is A-rated, and the west side of the city falls into Frisco ISD and Prosper ISD, which many relocating families specifically target. Stonebridge Ranch spans four districts. I verify the zone for every home and explain the differences.
Yes. The historic square has restaurants, shops, and events year-round, and nearby neighborhoods like Tucker Hill and the historic district let you live within a short walk or drive of it.
The builder's rep works for the builder. In most new-construction purchases the builder pays your agent's compensation, so representation is free to you. Register me before your first model-home visit.
It varies by neighborhood and price. Well-priced homes in the most sought-after school zones move quickly; others sit. I track days to pending by neighborhood so you know when to move and when to negotiate.
Your village, school zone, and condition matter more than city averages. I run a full NTREIS comparable analysis, not an online estimate. Request a free valuation and I will send real numbers.
Price to the right comparable sales, present it with professional photography and video, and get it in front of relocation buyers searching from out of state. That is the plan every listing of mine gets.
Most move-up sellers need the equity from the sale. I structure the timing so you are not carrying two payments or rushed into the wrong purchase.
Well-priced, well-presented homes typically go under contract in days to a few weeks. Overpriced homes sit. The pricing conversation at the start is the biggest factor.
Commission, title and closing costs, and any repairs or concessions. You get a seller net sheet at your target price before we list.
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