Small Town, Big Future
Celina
Texas charm meets explosive growth
Who Lives Here?
The Celina Pioneer
Early Adopters
Picture the early adopters betting on Celina's future - bought early and watched their equity soar. One works remote for a tech company, the other is a nurse at Medical City. They wanted land, new construction, and a tight-knit community where neighbors actually wave.
Typical Income
$120K - $250K
Core Values
The Details
Population
25,000+
Median Home Price
$580K
Property Tax Rate
2.45%
YoY Appreciation
+12.5%
Avg Household Income
$145K
Walk Score
8
Lifestyle Vibe Check
Education
School District Deep Dive
Celina ISD
Public School District
A
Overall Rating
District Highlights
Notable Public Schools
Celina High School
AHigh School (9-12)
Traditional Texas values
Celina Middle School
AMiddle School (6-8)
Celina Elementary
AElementary (K-5)
Private School Options
Legacy Christian Academy
4.0/5K-12 Private
20 min drive
Prestonwood Christian
4.2/5K-12 Private
25 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
Patel Brothers (Irving)
Indian Grocery
Grocery & Everyday
Walmart Supercenter
General Grocery
Tom Thumb
General Grocery
Kroger (Prosper)
General Grocery
Whole Foods (Frisco)
Organic/Premium
Dining Diversity
Variety Score
American/BBQ
6/10Local restaurants, Chain options, Growing scene
Asian Cuisine
3/10Very limited locally, Must drive to Frisco/Plano
Mexican/Tex-Mex
6/10Local taquerias, Tex-Mex chains
Cultural Amenities
Commute & Connectivity
Getting Around
DFW Airport
40 mi
45-55 min drive
Downtown Dallas
50 mi
55-70 min drive
Legacy/Plano
25 mi
30-35 min drive
Major Highways
Public Transit
Very limited - highly car-dependent. No direct public transit connections. Remote work friendly location.
Local Lifestyle
Raven's Insider Guide
Raven's Picks
Joe's Italian
Italian Restaurant
Local favorite
Square Burger
Burgers
Downtown classic
Celina Farmers Market
Saturday Mornings
Weekend Vibes
- •Historic Downtown Square exploring
- •Light Farms amenity pools
- •Fishing at nearby lakes
- •Friday night football at Celina High
- •Day trips to Frisco for shopping
Parks & Outdoors
- •Old Celina Park - downtown area
- •Light Farms trails & amenities
- •Future parks planned with growth
- •Nearby Lake Lewisville access
Annual Events
Insider Tip
"Celina is where smart buyers are getting ahead of the curve. The downtown square has that authentic Texas charm that's impossible to manufacture."
- Raven
Real Estate Intel
Market Snapshot
Price Ranges
Single Family (Entry)
$450K - $600K
Single Family (Mid)
$600K - $850K
Custom Homes
$850K - $1.5M
Acreage/Land
Varies widely
Costs to Know
Typical HOA
$100 - $200/mo
MUD Tax Districts
Common
Light Farms and newer developments have MUD. Budget for additional 0.5-0.8% on top of base rate.
Market Status
Hot Market
Active Builders
Investment Outlook
One of the fastest-growing cities in Texas. Early buyers have seen 40%+ appreciation. Best value proposition in the North Dallas corridor - but that window is closing.
Get In Before the Boom
Celina is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas. Let's find your opportunity.
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