North Dallas Living
Fairview & Parker
Rustic-luxe & estate living
Who Lives Here?
The Private Estate Owner
Space, Privacy, Prestige
These residents want land. Parker is known for its 'keep it rural' feel with 1-acre minimums, while Fairview offers high-end 'country-chic' living right next to world-class shopping. They value privacy, horses, and the elite Lovejoy ISD—all with surprisingly low municipal taxes.
Typical Income
$200K - $500K+
Core Values
The Details
Population
18,000+
Median Price (Parker)
$1.1M+
Median Price (Fairview)
$680K
Property Tax Rate
~1.8%
Avg Household Income
$200K+
Walk Score
10
Lifestyle Vibe Check
Education
School District Deep Dive
Lovejoy ISD
Public School District
A+
Overall Rating
District Highlights
Notable Public Schools
Lovejoy High School
A+High School (9-12)
Elite academics, state athletics
Sloan Creek Intermediate
AIntermediate (5-6)
Puster Elementary
AElementary (K-4)
Private School Options
Legacy Christian Academy
4.2/5K-12 Private
Frisco - 15 min
Prestonwood Christian
4.3/5K-12 Private
Plano - 20 min
Food & Culture
The Dining & Market Scene
Asian & International Markets
H Mart (Plano)
Korean Grocery
99 Ranch Market (Plano)
Chinese Grocery
Mitsuwa (Plano)
Japanese Grocery
India Bazaar (Plano)
Indian Grocery
Grocery & Everyday
Tom Thumb (Allen)
General Grocery
Kroger (McKinney)
General Grocery
Whole Foods (Plano)
Organic/Premium
Central Market (Plano)
Specialty/Gourmet
Dining Diversity
Variety Score
Upscale Dining
6/10Allen Premium options, McKinney Square
Casual/Family
5/10Local favorites, Chain restaurants
BBQ/Steakhouse
7/10Hutchins BBQ, Local steakhouses
Cultural Amenities
Commute & Connectivity
Getting Around
DFW Airport
35 mi
40-50 min drive
Downtown Dallas
35 mi
40-50 min drive
Legacy/Plano
12 mi
15-20 min drive
Major Highways
Public Transit
None - this is car country. The trade-off for acreage and privacy is commute time. Most residents work remotely or in the Legacy/Plano corridor.
Local Lifestyle
Raven's Insider Guide
Raven's Picks
The Village at Fairview
Shopping/Dining
High-end retail and iPic theater
Southfork Ranch
Historic Site
Iconic 'Dallas' TV show filming site
Local Equestrian Facilities
Recreation
Horse country living
Weekend Vibes
- •Horseback riding on your own property
- •Community events at Southfork Ranch
- •Shopping at The Village at Fairview
- •Hiking Heard Natural Science Museum trails
- •Golf at nearby clubs
Parks & Outdoors
- •Heard Natural Science Museum
- •Private equestrian facilities
- •Community trails
- •Estate grounds
Annual Events
Insider Tip
"Fairview's secret is the tax structure: low municipal taxes combined with Lovejoy ISD (one of the most elite districts in Texas). You get estate living with top-tier schools at a fraction of the 'all-in' cost of comparable areas."
- Raven
Real Estate Intel
Market Snapshot
Price Ranges
Fairview (Entry)
$550K - $700K
Fairview (Premium)
$700K - $1.2M
Parker (Standard)
$800K - $1.5M
Parker (Estate)
$1.5M - $3M+
Costs to Know
Typical HOA
$0 - $200/mo
MUD Tax Districts
Rare
No MUD taxes. Low municipal rates. The 'all-in' cost here is often lower than it appears.
Market Status
Hot Market
Active Builders
Investment Outlook
Lovejoy ISD's elite status and the 'no more land' reality create strong appreciation. Parker's 1-acre minimums ensure scarcity. These are generational properties that rarely hit the market—and command premiums when they do.
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