8 Best Suburbs of Dallas To Move and Live In

Dallas is a great city that has many attractions and events. If you want to be close enough to get in on the action without living directly in the city then try looking at some of the best Dallas suburbs in the area. There are so many available if you’re looking for a new home and each one has its own great features so have a look a the best suburbs in Dallas to make your decision a little easier

1. Coppell

Located 6 miles north of Dallas, this city has a population of 41,941 residents and it’s always growing. The opening of the nearby Dallas-Fort Worth airport in 1974 created many new jobs and boosted the town’s popularity to what it’s become today. It has many residential areas and real-estate opportunities along with a great location that’s not far from nearby Dallas.

Coppell has many great homes for sale and the prices vary from $185,000 for a two-bedroom, one-bathroom home up to $2.9 million for a five-bedroom, four-bathroom home. Home styles vary in this area but single-family homes and houses built between 1970-1999 are the most popular.

Schools in the city of Coppell are rated highly and test scores are above average for the majority of the city's students. Let’s talk about a few of the great schools in the Coppell city area:

Coppell High School
185 W Parkway Blvd

This top-rated public high school serves 3,692 students from grades 9-12 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. They have an average graduation rate of 98% and they offer AP classes and a gifted program for more advanced students.

Pinkerton Elementary School
260 Southwestern Blvd

One of the highest-rated schools in the city is Pinkerton Elementary based on its academics, teachers, and diversity. They educate 356 students from pk-grade 5 and have a student-to-teacher ratio of 14 to 1.

Coppell has many family-friendly places to visit and it’s situated just beside the Dallas-Fort Worth Legoland Discovery Center, the Peppa Pig World of Play, and the Sea Life Grapevine Aquarium.

2. McKinney

Situated 32 miles north of Dallas, this suburb has a total of 181,330 residents and it’s been rated the fastest growing city year after year. McKinney is also a fantastic city for a growing business and it has large increases in newly opened in the city every year. It’s a great city for anyone looking for a growing city with lots of potential.

Homes in the McKinney area have been built recently with the majority being single-family homes built after the year 2000. Prices in the area vary from $216,00 for a four-bedroom, two-bathroom up to $11.9 million for an eight-bedroom, nine-bathroom estate.

Schools in McKinney are very highly rated and it has one of the top school districts in the state. Let’s have a look at some of the best schools in McKinney:

McKinney North High School
2550 Wilmeth Rd

McKinney North High School is a highly rated public school that serves 2,140 students from grades 9-12 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17 to 1. The school offers 50 Pre-AP, AP, and dual credit courses, several career, and children certificate programs, a Project Lead the Way engineering course of study, six stellar UIL fine arts programs, and 22 competitive UIL athletic teams.

Imagine International Academy of North Texas
2860 Virginia Pkwy.

This public charter school is the highest-rated public school in the county. The school educates 1,399 students from grades k-12 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 19 to 1. They have a high focus on academics and college preparation for the older grades and they have a 90% graduation rate among students.

McKinney hosts many events for residents in the city every year including the McKinney Oktoberfest in September and the Red, White, and Boom parade in July.

Another interesting feature of the city is the picturesque Adriatica village which features amazing Croatian village-inspired architecture that’s a one-of-a-kind experience to see.

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3. University Park

Located 23 miles east of Dallas, University Park has a population of 25,036 and it’s home to the South Methodist University. This is one of the most affluent areas in the state and it’s also been awarded the title of 2nd wealthiest city in the United States.

The real estate market in this area has a very wide range based on the high-earners living in the city. There are a couple of estate-style homes that are in the 15 million-plus range but the majority of houses in the higher end are around 6 million for a five-bedroom, five-bathroom home and go down to around $314,000 for a one-bedroom, one-bathroom. Most of the homes in the area are newer single-family homes built after the year 2000.

The schools in University Park are beautiful and many of them have great ratings. Let’s take a look at one of the best schools in the city:

Highland Park High School
4220 Emerson Ave

Highland Park High School is one of the top-rated public schools that educate 2,219 students in grades 9-12 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. The school has a 98% graduation rate. The school has around 80% of students participating in one of their many extracurricular sports and activities and the school has won many prestigious rankings over the years including #1 in the state for their athletics program.

University Park is home to Southern Methodist University, a private research university where the most popular majors are Business, Marketing, and Management. The Southern Methodist campus is also home to the George W. Bush Presidential Center. The center is a complex that includes the presidential library and museum dedicated to the former president, George W. Bush, along with the office for his foundation.

4. Southlake

Situated just 10 miles away from Dallas, Southlake is home to 32,376 residents and it’s been a growing city since the Dallas-Fort Worth airport was completed in the 1970s. It’s one of the best suburbs in the area based on its housing prices and proximity to amenities.

Homes in the city of Southlake are mostly single-family homes built between 1970 and 1999 and they can vary in price. Homes start at $249,000 for a one-bedroom, one-bathroom home up to $6.75 million for a six-bedroom, six-bathroom home.

Schools in Southlake are very well-rounded and the majority of students score well on state-wide testing. Some of the best schools in the area include the following:

Carrol Senior High School
1501 W Southlake Blvd

Carrol Senior High School has a total of 1,390 students in grades 11-12 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. They offer AP classes along with a gifted program and 99% of their students graduate.

Robert H. Rockenbaugh Elementary School
301 Byron Nelson Pkwy

This public school has a total of 526 students in grades pk-4 and it has a student-to-teacher ratio of 12 to 1. The school offers the Quest program for gifted and talented students to excel at their own pace.

The Bicentennial Park is one of the best attractions Southlake has to offer its residents. The 80-acre park is one of the largest parks in the area and features a baseball/softball diamond, basketball court, concession stand, dog stations, drinking fountains, fishing, multi-use trails, pavilion, picnic areas, playground, tennis courts, students, and washrooms.

5. Highlands Park

Highlands Park is one of the oldest cities in the area and much of its real estate was built before World War II. It constantly ranks within the most affluent areas in the country and it has some of the best real estate prices in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Homes in the area are much older than the rest of the city and the majority are single-family-style homes that were built before 1939. Houses in the city start at $375,000 for a three-bedroom, one-bathroom up to $473,000 for a four-bedroom, three-bathroom home.

The Highland Park Independent School District is the highest rated in Dallas county and they have a few very good schools in the city for you to choose from including:

Highland Park High School
4220 Emerson Ave.

Highland Park High School is a top-rated public school serving grades 9-12. They have 2,219 students with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15 to one and they’ve been rated in the top 5 schools in the state for their athletics department. Their average graduation rate is 98% and they have a high focus on athletics with many teams entering state-wide competitions every year.

Bradfield Elementary
4300 Southern Ave

Bradfield Elementary has been rated the 3ed best school in the county and the 25th best public school in the state based on its high ratings for teachers and academics. They educate 611 students in grades pk-4 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15 to 1.

Highland Park has many great spots for nature lovers to enjoy including Turtle Creek Park, Prather Park, and the most popular park in the area, Lakeside Park. Lakeside Park is 14 acres of gorgeous landscaped grounds and features walking paths along with several adorable teddy bear statues for guests to climb on for photos.

6. Plano

Plano is an area located 22 miles from downtown Dallas and it has a population of 286,143 residents. The city is very dense and highly developed but there are new real estate opportunities all the time and the homes in the area are moderately priced.

The houses in the city of Plano are mostly single-family homes built between 1970 and 1999. They range in price starting at $160,000 for a two-bedroom, one-bathroom home and go up to 8.9 million for a six-bedroom, eight-bathroom home.

Plano has the 12th best school district in the state and the city has many highly rated schools available for students including the following:

Jasper High School
6800 Archgate Dr

Jasper High School educates 1,423 students from grades 9-10 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 18 to 1. They offer AP classes and a gifted program for qualifying students and it’s rated the top public school in the county. They have an extensive fine arts program that includes dance, art, band, choir, communication, debate, orchestra, and theater.

Barksdale Elementary School
2424 Midway

Barksdale Elementary School has a total of 645 students in grades k-5 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. The school has been rated as the #38th best school in the state and it offers a gifted program for qualified students looking to advance.

Families love living in Plano because there is always something going on for them to do. One of the best places for a family trip in Plano is the Crayola Experience. With dozens of hands-on activities and attractions to visit, it’s easy to find something that will entertain the whole family when you visit the Crayola Experience.

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7. Frisco

Fisco is one of the quickest growing cities in the area and it’s located 26 miles northeast of Dallas. IT has a population of 207,000 as of 2020 which is almost 100,00 more than the city had ten years earlier which is one of the reasons it was named the fastest-growing city in America in 2017.

Homes in the Frisco area are very new and most of the single-family style homes have been built after the year 2000. The houses in the city of Frisco vary in price starting at $195,000 for a two-bedroom, two-bathroom home up to $4.5 million for a six-bedroom, seven-bathroom house.

Many of the residents move to Frisco so their children can attend some of the highest-rated schools in the state. Some of the best schools in Frisco are:

Liberty High School
15250 Rolater Rd

Liberty High School is a great place for anyone looking for a school that focuses on academics. They have a total of 1901 students in grades 9-12 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. They have 53% of students enrolled in AP courses and a graduation rate of 99%.

Ashley Elementary School
15601 Christopher ln.

Ashley Elementary School is a top-rated school that’s been rated the 20th best public elementary school in the state. The school has 617 students from grades k-5 and a student-to-teacher ratio of 16 to 1.

Frisco is home to many amazing parks for residents to visit, along with a large number of interesting attractions. One of the highlights of Frisco is the National Video Game Museum which works to preserve the history of video games by preserving the physical artifacts along with the stories and information.

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8. Flower Mound

Flower Mound is located 12 miles north of Dallas with a population of around 76,000 residents. It’s a medium-sized town that has all the amenities of a larger town like Dallas but still provides a sense of rural living with its beautiful location.

Homes in the town of Flower Mound were mostly built between 1970 and 1999 and most of the current dwellings are single-family homes. Real estate prices in Flower Mound start at $245,000 for a three-bedroom, two-bathroom home and go up to $6.9 million for a five-bedroom, eight-bathroom estate style home.

With some of the best schools in the county, Flower Mound has many great options for the children in your family. Let's have a look at a few of the best schools in the town:

Flower Mound High School
3411 Peters Colony rd.

Flower Mound High school educates 3,649 students from grades 9-12. They have a student-to-teacher ratio of 18 to 1 along with a 99% graduation rate. The school focuses heavily on academics and it’s been rated the #1 school in the county for its teacher and diversity.

Bluebonnet Elementary School
2000 Spinks Rd.

Bluebonnet Elementary School has a total of 521 students in grades pk-5 and a student-to-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. The school offers a gifted program and they have highly rated teachers.

Flower Mound has a large amount of parks for residents to enjoy and one of the best places in the city to have some recreation time is at the Community Activity Center. The building has a fitness center, a gymnasium, an outdoor water park, an indoor pool, a dance studio, concession stands, childcare, and even a games room for relaxing. Annual membership fees vary by age so check their website for the latest prices.

The Dallas-Fort Worth area has some of the best suburbs that each have their own amazing features. The real estate prices are great and there is so much available to choose from. If you’re looking to make a move to the area then now is one of the best times with many new and affordable homes that are just waiting for their new owners.

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