The Smart Buy
Anna / Melissa
Maximum value on the growth frontier
Who Lives Here?
The Value Maximizer
Smart Starters
Picture the first-time buyers who did the math - for the price of a Frisco townhome, they got a 4-bed new build with a yard. One's a project manager at a McKinney company, the other works remote. They're betting on Anna's trajectory and building equity while their Frisco friends pay rent.
Typical Income
$75K - $150K
Core Values
The Details
Population
20,000+
Median Home Price
$380K
Property Tax Rate
2.65%
YoY Appreciation
+10.5%
Avg Household Income
$95K
Walk Score
10
Lifestyle Vibe Check
Education
School District Deep Dive
Anna ISD
Public School District
B+
Overall Rating
District Highlights
Notable Public Schools
Anna High School
B+High School (9-12)
Expanding rapidly
Anna Middle School
BMiddle School (6-8)
Rosamond Elementary
B+Elementary (K-5)
Private School Options
McKinney Christian Academy
4.0/5K-12 Private
20 min drive
Prestonwood Christian
4.2/5K-12 Private
35 min drive
Food & Culture
The Dining & Market Scene
Asian & International Markets
H Mart (Carrollton)
Korean Grocery
99 Ranch Market (Plano)
Chinese Grocery
India Bazaar (Frisco)
Indian Grocery
Mitsuwa (Plano)
Japanese Grocery
Grocery & Everyday
Brookshire's
General Grocery
Walmart Supercenter
General Grocery
Tom Thumb (McKinney)
General Grocery
Kroger (McKinney)
General Grocery
Dining Diversity
Variety Score
American/BBQ
5/10Local diners, Chain restaurants, Growing options
Asian Cuisine
2/10Very limited, Must drive to McKinney/Plano
Mexican/Tex-Mex
5/10Authentic taquerias, Local favorites
Cultural Amenities
Commute & Connectivity
Getting Around
DFW Airport
45 mi
50-65 min drive
Downtown Dallas
45 mi
50-65 min drive
Legacy/Plano
22 mi
25-35 min drive
Major Highways
Public Transit
Very limited - car essential. US-75 provides direct highway access to McKinney and Plano employment centers.
Local Lifestyle
Raven's Insider Guide
Raven's Picks
Taqueria La Herradura
Authentic Mexican
Worth the trip
Buc-ee's
Texas Institution
A must-stop experience
Local BBQ joints
Texas BBQ
Weekend Vibes
- •Explore new community amenities
- •Farmers market (seasonal)
- •Day trips to McKinney square
- •Fishing at nearby lakes
- •Friday night football
Parks & Outdoors
- •Anna Community Park
- •Slayter Creek Park - trails
- •Cambridge Crossing amenity center
- •Future parks planned with growth
Annual Events
Insider Tip
"Anna is where the smart money is going. Buy now, build equity, and watch the city grow around you. This is the Frisco of 15 years ago."
- Raven
Real Estate Intel
Market Snapshot
Price Ranges
Entry Level
Rare inventory
$320K - $400K
Single Family
$400K - $550K
Upgraded Homes
$550K - $700K
New Construction
$380K - $600K
Costs to Know
Typical HOA
$50 - $150/mo
MUD Tax Districts
Common
Many communities have MUD taxes. Cambridge Crossing area varies by section.
Market Status
Hot Market
Active Builders
Investment Outlook
One of the fastest appreciating markets in DFW. First-time buyers and investors are capitalizing on the price gap vs. southern neighbors. Infrastructure investment is accelerating.
The Opportunity
Why Buyers Are Looking Here
Price Point
New builds starting $100K+ below Frisco/Prosper equivalents
Growth Trajectory
One of Texas' fastest growing areas - strong appreciation potential
New Inventory
Abundant new construction from major builders
Get Ahead of the Growth
Anna and Melissa offer today's best entry point into North Dallas living.
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