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27 questions and answers on community information, housing, schools, development, and real estate across North DFW. Each answer includes verification steps and links to official sources.

City Guides

1 What is the current median home price in Frisco, Texas? 2 Which school districts may serve addresses in Plano, and how do I verify a specific address? 3 How far is McKinney, Texas from downtown Dallas? 4 How do I estimate the combined property-tax rate for a specific Allen address? 5 Are there new-construction communities in Prosper, Texas? 6 What is the population of Celina, Texas? 7 How does Little Elm, Texas compare to Frisco for housing costs? 8 What utilities and municipal services should I verify before buying in Aubrey?

Development and Infrastructure

9 What road projects are planned for US-380 in Collin County? 10 Is public transit expanding in North DFW? 11 What commercial development is happening along the Dallas North Tollway extension? 12 How is Highway 380 construction affecting commute times in Celina and Prosper? 27 How do commute times and toll costs differ across North DFW?

New Construction

13 How long does it take to build a new home in North DFW? 14 What should I review in a North Texas builder contract? 15 Do builder incentives in North DFW require using the builder's preferred lender?

Relocation

16 What should I know before relocating to North DFW from out of state? 17 What is the commute from Prosper to Plano? 18 How do I verify school-boundary assignments for a specific address? 26 How do Prosper and Celina compare for people relocating?

Buying and Selling

19 How do North DFW home prices vary by city and property type? 20 What are the steps to buy a home in Texas? 21 When is a written buyer agreement required in Texas in 2026?

Investing and Land

22 What zoning regulations apply to land in North DFW? 23 How do I verify short-term-rental rules for a specific North DFW property? 24 What should I evaluate before buying land in Celina or Prosper? 25 What are the property-tax implications of owning rental property in Texas?

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