Plano, Texas, is a north end suburb of Dallas with a population of about 250,000. One of the largest cities in Texas, it has grown markedly in popularity since the 1960s, in part due to the atmosphere, great schools, recreation, and availability of jobs with major corporations like JC Penney. Money magazine recently named Plano as the 11th best U.S. city to live in.

Plano Neighborhoods

Plano is basically divided into mature and newer neighborhoods. The more mature Plano neighborhoods boast of very nice recreation and country club areas, and the newer ones are in the process of building some great amenities as well. Because there is so much difference in the age of Plano homes, you have a wide range of styles and sizes, as well as neighborhood atmospheres, to choose from. Here are just a few of those neighborhoods.

Established Neighborhoods

Willow Bend Country

This is one of the highly sought after areas near Gleneagles Country Club. Some of the properties are adjacent to the golf course, and have excellent views. It’s within minutes of major employers such as Frito Lay and PageNet.

Prestonwood

Another desirable neighborhood, Prestonwood offers the prestigious Prestonwood Country Club, and also has fine parks and greenbelts as well. There is a beautiful pond nearby as well as jogging paths and playgrounds.

Other neighborhoods that are more mature and established include Willow Bend Lakes, Enclave, Lake Forest, and Shepherd’s Place. In many of these you will find some beautiful country club style construction as well as established amenities and other advantages.

New Home Construction

Some of the new homes and neighborhoods in Plano are what draw newcomers here. Many of the businesses that are growing are relocating people to Plano from outside. If you are relocating to Plano for work and are looking for modern architecture, conveniences, and amenities, here are a few of those new home communities:

Rolling Ridge

Nestled in the countryside, this community is a family-friendly neighborhood with fabulous home designs with top notch workmanship. Priced from $338K to $665K, these homes offer unique architecture and modern styling.

The Villas at Legacy Town Center

If you’re looking for country living but need something a little more affordable, these homes are priced in the low to mid $300,000s. It’s a great area for families that are upgrading their homes or lifestyles.

Aviary

Also in the low to mid $300,000s, the Aviary offers country living with convenience to downtown Plano, local major employers, and the DFW area. Located in Murphy, the Aviary boasts a lovely private pool for its residents with a playground and quiet surroundings.

Deerfield North

This community also offers quiet and high quality lifestyles, and is for the more established family that is looking for a major upgrade in living standards. These homes are priced from the low $500,000s to $575,000, and offer creative European-flavored designs and styles.

There are many other new construction communities in the Plano area. If you don’t find what you’re looking for in the above neighborhoods, try Hickory Ridge, Preston Lakes, King’s Ridge, or Regency Park. Texas Home Central is here to help you discover the perfect neighborhood for your family to purchase homes in Plano and the Dallas / Fort Worth area.