Golf and greenbelts~$550K–$700K
Carrollton, TX 75006 · 75007 · 75010 · Dallas, Denton & Collin Counties
Carrollton, TX Homes for Sale & Real Estate
Carrollton puts three DART rail lines, the A-train, and DFW Airport within easy reach at prices well below Coppell and Collin County suburbs. The August 2026 median was $415,000, down 3.2% from a year earlier, and 43% of listings have cut price, so buyers have room to negotiate.
$415,000Median sale priceDown 3.2% YoY, Aug 2026
134,562ResidentsCensus estimate, 2025
36 daysDays on marketAbout 98% of list price
2.05%Tax rateCity + CFBISD, Dallas County, 2026
Sources: Redfin (Aug 2026), U.S. Census, Dallas County Tax Office. Market data changes monthly.
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Carrollton, Texas real estate
Why buyers choose Carrollton, TX
Carrollton is a city of about 134,500 people covering 37 square miles across Dallas, Denton, and Collin counties. It sits along I-35E and the George Bush Turnpike, roughly 16 miles north of downtown Dallas and about 5 miles from DFW Airport.
The city is defined by transit and diversity. It has three DART stations on the Green Line, the Silver Line to DFW Airport, and the A-train to Denton at Trinity Mills. It also has the largest Korean community in Texas, centered on Koreatown at Old Denton Road and the Bush Turnpike. Large employers include Cencora, Halliburton, and Thomson Reuters.
Median household income is $101,396, and 45.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree. Most of the city is in Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD, rated B by TEA in 2026. North Carrollton feeds Lewisville ISD's Hebron High, so school zoning varies by street.
134,562Residents, up from 109,576 in 2000
134,562Residents, 2025 estimate
$101,396Median household income
45.2%Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher
24.1 minAverage commute to work
Location
Carrollton sits between Dallas, Plano, Lewisville, and Coppell. I-35E runs through the west side, the Bush Turnpike crosses the middle, and the Sam Rayburn Tollway touches the far north. DFW Airport is about 5 miles southwest.
Jobs
Major employers include Cencora, Halliburton, Thomson Reuters, Western Extrusions, and Securus Technologies. Plano's Legacy corridor, the Las Colinas office market, and DFW Airport are all short drives.
What's next
The DART Silver Line opened in October 2025 with a stop at Downtown Carrollton. The city's 25-acre Trinity Mills Station district is planned for mixed-use growth next to the DART and A-train station.
Rail-connected suburb
Three rail lines and DFW Airport next door
The Green Line, Silver Line, and A-train all stop in Carrollton, so commuting to Dallas, Plano, Denton, or the airport can skip the highway.
DART Green LineSilver Line to DFWA-train to DentonI-35E & Bush Turnpike
Carrollton housing market · fall 2026
Is now a good time to buy a home in Carrollton?
Carrollton favors buyers more than it did a year ago. The August 2026 median fell 3.2% to $415,000, sales dropped 7.5%, and 43.3% of listings have cut price. Typical homes sell about 2% under list after roughly 43 days, while the best-kept homes still go pending in about three weeks.
$415,000Median sale price, Aug 2026 (down 3.2% YoY)
309Homes sold, Aug 2026 (down 7.5% YoY)
36 daysMedian days on market (34 a year ago)
98.2%Sale-to-list price ratio
20.7%Homes sold above list price
43.3%Listings with a price drop
$212Median price per square foot
67Redfin Compete Score (somewhat competitive)
Sources: Redfin Carrollton housing market data (Aug 2026, accessed Oct 2026). Figures cover Carrollton city limits.
Neighborhood guide
Best neighborhoods in Carrollton, TX
Carrollton is mostly established resale neighborhoods. Prices climb toward the north, where homes feed Lewisville ISD, and ease toward the south and center.
Golf and greenbelts
Master-planned luxury~$825K
Established classic~$400K–$425K
Park access~$400K
Walk to rail~$350K
Plano border~$640K
Quiet enclave~$620K
Hebron feeder~$450K
Transit hub~$420K–$440K
Single-story stock~$375K
Central value~$375K–$450K
Entry price~$340K
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Get a side-by-side of prices, school zoning, taxes, and HOA or PID costs for the Carrollton neighborhoods in your budget.
Get my comparisonPhotos are representative, not the specific neighborhood. Prices are Homes.com neighborhood medians (sale and list data mixed) as of Oct 2026; Country Place uses the Southeast Carrollton median. Verify school zoning by address.
Lifestyle
Koreatown, a historic square, and two golf courses
Carrollton mixes an old downtown square with a large Asian dining district. North Carrollton adds golf at Indian Creek and Coyote Ridge, plus creek greenbelts and neighborhood parks.
Koreatown diningDowntown squareIndian Creek golfRosemeade Park
Property taxes
Carrollton property tax rate explained
Carrollton's tax bill depends on the county and school district. Dallas County addresses also pay Dallas College and Parkland hospital taxes, so they run about 2.05%. Denton County addresses skip both and run closer to 1.7–1.8%.
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD 0.9481
City of Carrollton 0.537
Dallas County 0.2487
Parkland Hospital District 0.212
Dallas College 0.1066
| Taxing entity (2026) | Rate per $100 |
|---|---|
| Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD | 0.9481 |
| City of Carrollton | 0.537 |
| Dallas County | 0.2487 |
| Parkland Hospital District | 0.212 |
| Dallas College | 0.1066 |
| Total, CFBISD in Dallas County | ≈ 2.05% |
| Total with Dallas ISD, Dallas County | ≈ 2.09% |
| Total with CFBISD, Denton County | ≈ 1.67% |
| Total with Lewisville ISD, Denton County | ≈ 1.80% |
Sources: Dallas County Tax Office truth-in-taxation listing, tax year 2026 (accessed Oct 2026); Dallas County Court Order 2026-0878; Lewisville ISD (Aug 28, 2026). Parkland 2026 rate pending, 2025 rate shown. Denton County rows use the 2025 county rate.
Exemptions and special districts
- Homestead: File with Dallas CAD or Denton CAD for your primary home. The school homestead exemption is $140,000 of value, and appraisal increases are capped at 10% a year.
- 65+ or disabled: Adds another $60,000 school exemption and freezes the school tax amount at the year you qualify. Cities and counties may offer added local exemptions.
- MUDs and PIDs: Rare in Carrollton's established neighborhoods. Edge areas such as Castle Hills sit in other jurisdictions, so check the tax certificate for each address.
How to win the right Carrollton home in this market
Carrollton has more inventory and more price cuts than a year ago. The best results come from knowing which county, school district, and street a home sits on before writing an offer.
- Get fully pre-approvedSellers still favor clean offers. A full underwrite lets you move fast on the well-priced homes that go pending in about three weeks.
- Pick the county and ISD firstDallas County and Denton County addresses can differ by about 0.3% in tax rate. Decide between CFBISD and Lewisville ISD early.
- Target listings past 30 daysWith 43% of listings cutting price, homes that have sat a month are the best candidates for a below-list offer.
- Budget for updatesMany homes are midcentury ranches or 1980s brick builds. Plan inspections for roofs, foundations, HVAC, and plumbing before you commit.
- Ask for seller creditsTypical homes sell about 2% under list. Use that gap to request closing costs or a rate buydown instead of only price.
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Schools, commute, and lifestyle
Living in Carrollton, TX: what to know
Parks and golf
Indian Creek Golf Club and Coyote Ridge Golf Club anchor the north side. Rosemeade Park has a recreation center and aquatic complex, and creek greenbelts run through several neighborhoods.
Koreatown
Koreatown at Old Denton Road and the Bush Turnpike holds a dense cluster of Asian restaurants and businesses. It reflects the largest Korean community in Texas.
Downtown square
Original Town has cafés, galleries, and restaurants around the historic square, with the Downtown Carrollton DART station a short walk away.
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD
Serves most of the city. The district earned a B (81) from TEA in 2026, after a B (82) in 2025. Creekview High scored 93 and Ranchview High scored 87 in 2026.
Lewisville ISD and others
North Carrollton, including Indian Creek and Meadow Ridge, feeds Lewisville ISD's Hebron High. Small areas fall in Dallas ISD, Coppell ISD, and Plano ISD, so confirm zoning by address.
Private schools
Nearby private options include Oak Crest Private School, King Arthur Montessori Academy, Prince of Peace Christian School, and Prestonwood Christian Academy in Plano.
2010
DART Green Line reaches Carrollton, with stations at Downtown Carrollton, Trinity Mills, and North Carrollton/Frankford.
2011
DCTA's A-train begins service from Trinity Mills to Lewisville and Denton.
2025
DART Silver Line opens in October, linking Downtown Carrollton to DFW Airport and Plano.
2026
CFBISD holds its B rating, and Lewisville ISD cuts its tax rate by 4 cents.
Getting around
Carrollton is a driving city with unusually good rail. I-35E, the Bush Turnpike, and the Sam Rayburn Tollway handle most trips, and the average commute is about 24 minutes.
- Downtown Dallas ~25 min off-peak
- DFW Airport ~15 min off-peak
- Dallas Love Field ~20 min off-peak
- Legacy West, Plano ~20 min off-peak
An honest look
Pros and cons of living in Carrollton
Pros
- Green Line, Silver Line, and A-train all stop here
- DFW Airport about 5 miles from the city
- Median price far below Coppell and Plano
- Koreatown and a walkable historic downtown
- Strong incomes and high education levels
- Lower Denton County tax rates in the north
Cons
- Dallas County addresses carry about a 2.05% rate
- Many homes are midcentury or 1980s builds
- Very little new construction inside city limits
- Five school districts make zoning checks essential
- Dallas County raised its 2026 tax rate
- Busy highway corridors along I-35E and the Turnpike
Your Carrollton real estate agent
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PJ Zaji is a Texas REALTOR® (Lic# 631862-SA) with Monument Realty and a mortgage loan originator with NEXA Mortgage (NMLS #2280005). In Carrollton, PJ compares Dallas and Denton County addresses, checks school zoning, and prices out updates, then shops loans across 280+ wholesale lenders to match the payment to the home.
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FAQ
Carrollton, TX real estate: common questions
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Text PJ at 469-817-6060 for a straight answer on any Carrollton home, neighborhood, or loan question.
Call or text PJWhat is the median home price in Carrollton, TX?
Redfin reported a median sale price of $415,000 in August 2026, down 3.2% from a year earlier. Homes sold for about 98% of list price after a median of 36 days. Neighborhood prices range from about $340,000 in the south to over $600,000 in the north.
Is Carrollton a good place to live?
Carrollton suits buyers who want transit, diversity, and a central location. It has three rail lines, DFW Airport about 5 miles away, a historic downtown, and Koreatown. Median household income is $101,396. The tradeoff is older housing and higher taxes in Dallas County areas.
What school districts serve Carrollton?
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD serves most of the city and earned a B (81) from TEA in 2026. North Carrollton feeds Lewisville ISD, including Hebron High. Small areas fall in Dallas ISD, Coppell ISD, and Plano ISD. Always confirm zoning by address.
What is the property tax rate in Carrollton?
For a Dallas County address in CFBISD, the 2026 rate is about 2.05% before exemptions, including city, county, school, Dallas College, and Parkland taxes. Denton County addresses run about 1.67% with CFBISD and 1.80% with Lewisville ISD.
Why do Carrollton taxes differ by address?
The city spans three counties and five school districts. Dallas County homes pay Dallas College and Parkland hospital taxes that Denton County homes do not. School district rates also differ, from 0.9481 in CFBISD to 1.0778 in Lewisville ISD.
Are there MUDs or PIDs in Carrollton?
MUDs and PIDs are uncommon in Carrollton's established neighborhoods. Some nearby communities marketed with Carrollton, such as Castle Hills, are in other jurisdictions with different tax setups. Review the tax certificate and seller disclosures for any address before you offer.
How long is the commute from Carrollton to Dallas?
Downtown Dallas is about 16 miles from Original Town, roughly 25 minutes off-peak. The DART Green Line runs from three Carrollton stations to downtown, and the Silver Line reaches DFW Airport. The average Carrollton commute is about 24 minutes.
Is there new construction in Carrollton?
Carrollton is largely built out, and population grew only about 1% from 2020 to 2025. Most new building is infill on scattered lots and older sites. Buyers who want a large new-build community usually look farther north in Denton or Collin County.
Is now a good time to buy in Carrollton?
Conditions lean toward buyers compared with last year. Prices are down 3.2%, sales are down 7.5%, and 43% of listings have cut price. Well-priced, updated homes still go pending in about three weeks, so preparation still matters.
Which Carrollton neighborhoods cost the most?
The north side costs the most. Indian Creek runs about $550,000 to $700,000, Stone Creek Estates about $620,000, and Hills at Prestonwood about $640,000. Castle Hills, just north in Lewisville, runs higher. Original Town and Carrollton Highlands are among the most affordable.
What does it cost to buy a $415,000 home in Carrollton?
With 10% down, expect principal and interest plus about $8,500 a year in property taxes at the 2.05% Dallas County rate, before exemptions. A homestead exemption lowers the school portion. Use the calculator above for a payment estimate.
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