Denton County · North Texas community guide
Living in Flower Mound
Flower Mound is a leafy, mostly residential town beside Grapevine Lake, known for its parks and trails, planned growth and highly rated schools, minutes from DFW Airport.
Overview
About Flower Mound
Flower Mound takes its name from a 12.5-acre mound in the center of town, still covered with native wildflowers and grasses. Settlers used the site for religious camp meetings in the 1840s, the area was permanently settled in the 1850s, and residents incorporated in 1961.
Growth took off after DFW International Airport opened to the south in 1974. Flower Mound had 75,956 residents at the 2020 census, the largest population of any Texas municipality that calls itself a town. A small part reaches into Tarrant County.
The town has invested heavily in its park system and an extensive trail network, and it uses a "smart growth" approach to planning, which helps it keep a greener, lower-density feel than many neighbors.
Who Flower Mound suits
Flower Mound suits buyers who want established, well-kept neighborhoods, larger lots and acreage pockets on the west side, parks and lake access, and a short drive to DFW Airport, Grapevine and Lewisville.
At a glance
Flower Mound by the numbers
Figures are sourced below with their dates. Market values change; confirm current numbers with Jamie before making decisions.
Housing
Homes & neighborhoods
Most homes are single-family in established 1980s–2000s neighborhoods, with custom and estate homes, acreage on the west side, and newer master-planned communities toward Northlake and Argyle. Some neighborhoods have strong HOAs. A few newer areas carry special districts.
Homes for sale
Homes for Sale in Flower Mound
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Live MLS listings for Flower Mound (ZIP 75022, 75028, 76226, 76262) are coming to this page soon. In the meantime, Jamie will happily send you current listings that match what you are looking for, including new and coming-soon homes.
Schools
Flower Mound school districts
| District | TEA 2026 | TEA 2025 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lewisville ISD | B (83) | B (81) | Covers most of Flower Mound. |
| Northwest ISD | B (82) | B (81) | Serves parts of western Flower Mound. |
| Argyle ISD | A (92) | A (92) | Serves some northwest addresses. |
High school campus ratings
- Flower Mound High School: A (94) in 2026
- Marcus High School: A (91) in 2026
- Byron Nelson High School: B (89) in 2026
Ratings are Texas Education Agency A–F accountability ratings (overall score in parentheses), released August 2026. See campus details on TXschools.gov. School boundaries change and don't follow city limits; confirm the assigned schools for any address with the district.
Market notes · as of September 2026
Flower Mound home prices
Zillow's Home Value Index puts the typical Flower Mound home at $599,753 as of September 2026, roughly flat 0.0% from a year earlier. The index is a smoothed, seasonally adjusted measure of mid-tier single-family homes and condos, not a sale price for any one house.
For comparison, Zillow's Fort Worth index was $292,949 in the same month.
More local numbers (September 2026)
- Realtor.com, ZIP 75028 (Flower Mound): median list price $631,125, 122 active listings, 54 median days on market, 28.6% of listings with a price cut. Source: Realtor.com Research ZIP inventory.
- GFWAR/TRERC MLS, ZIP 75028 (Flower Mound): 37 closed sales, median sold price $630,000, 50 days on market, 2.6 months of inventory. Source: Greater Fort Worth REALTORS® ZIP Detail (Texas A&M Real Estate Research Center).
- Realtor.com, ZIP 75022 (Flower Mound): median list price $1,218,750, 112 active listings, 73 median days on market, 23.3% of listings with a price cut. Source: Realtor.com Research ZIP inventory.
- GFWAR/TRERC MLS, ZIP 75022 (Flower Mound): 15 closed sales, median sold price $680,000, 48 days on market, 4.3 months of inventory. Source: Greater Fort Worth REALTORS® ZIP Detail (Texas A&M Real Estate Research Center).
List prices (Realtor.com) and sold prices (MLS) measure different things and aren't directly comparable. Small markets can swing sharply month to month.
Values vary widely by street, lot size, age and condition, especially where acreage, waterfront or new construction is involved. Before you buy or list, ask Jamie for a free comparative market analysis built from current active, pending and sold listings in the NTREIS MLS.
Property taxes
Flower Mound property tax rates
2025 adopted rates per $100 of taxable value, from the Texas Comptroller:
| Taxing unit | Rate per $100 |
|---|---|
| Denton County | $0.1859 |
| City of Flower Mound | $0.3873 |
| Lewisville ISD | $1.1178 |
| Combined (before special districts) | $1.6910 |
Example only: on a home appraised at the typical Flower Mound value of $599,753, the combined rate works out to about $10,142 a year before exemptions. A homestead exemption lowers the school-tax portion (school districts must exempt $140,000 of a homestead's value, with an additional $60,000 for owners 65 or older or disabled, per the Texas Comptroller). Your actual bill depends on the appraised value, exemptions and any special districts.
Special districts (hospital, college, emergency services, MUD/PID and others) are not included and vary by property. Appraisal district: Denton County. This is general information, not tax advice.
Getting around
Commute & roads
FM 2499 and FM 1171 (Cross Timbers Road) are the main arteries, with FM 407 (Justin Road) on the north, FM 3040 toward Lewisville, and I-35E and SH 121 just east and south.
- Downtown Fort Worth: about 44 minutes / 33 miles
- DFW International Airport: about 23 minutes
- Downtown Dallas: about 38 minutes / 27 miles
- Downtown Denton: about 30 minutes
- Graford: about 119 minutes
Drive times are routing estimates from OSRM without traffic; rush hour and highway construction can add significant time.
Outdoors
Lakes & recreation
Grapevine Lake borders the south side of town, with Corps of Engineers parks, marinas, and the Northshore Trail for hiking and mountain biking. Town parks and trails link many neighborhoods.
Things to do
Notable attractions near Flower Mound
- Historic siteThe Flower Mound
The 12.5-acre wildflower mound the town is named for, preserved by The Flower Mound Foundation.
- LakeGrapevine Lake
Corps of Engineers lake on the town's south side for boating, fishing and trails.
- Parks and trailsTown parks and trails
Town-run parks and an extensive trail network linking many neighborhoods.
Everyday life
Shopping, dining & amenities
Shopping and dining cluster along FM 2499, Long Prairie Road and Cross Timbers Road, and Lewisville, Grapevine and Southlake are a short drive away for bigger retail.
Due diligence
Utilities, internet & flood checks
- Electricity: parts of this area are open to retail electric choice (compare plans at PowerToChoose.org), while many rural and some city areas are served by an electric cooperative or municipal utility with no choice. The provider depends on the exact address.
- Water & sewer: inside city limits, service usually comes from the city or a water supply corporation. Outside city limits, homes often rely on a water supply corporation or a private well plus an on-site septic system (OSSF). Ask for well and septic inspections before closing.
- Internet: options range from fiber and cable in town to fixed wireless and satellite in the country. Check any address on the FCC National Broadband Map.
- Flood risk: look up the property on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center and ask your insurance agent about flood coverage, even outside a mapped flood zone.
- Groundwater: Denton County is in the North Texas Groundwater Conservation District, which has well registration rules.
Map
Flower Mound on the map
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School district and flood layers are for general reference only. Verify districts with the TEA School District Locator or the district, and flood zones with the FEMA Flood Map Service Center and a survey or elevation certificate. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Keep reading
More on Flower Mound
Local FAQ
Flower Mound questions
Is Flower Mound a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Flower Mound suits buyers who want established, well-kept neighborhoods, larger lots and acreage pockets on the west side, parks and lake access, and a short drive to DFW Airport, Grapevine and Lewisville. Jamie is happy to tour Flower Mound with you and talk through schools, commute, taxes and lifestyle.
How far is Flower Mound from Fort Worth?
Flower Mound is about 44 minutes (33 miles) by car to downtown Fort Worth without traffic, based on OSRM routing estimates.
What school districts serve Flower Mound?
Lewisville ISD (B, 83 in 2026); Northwest ISD (B, 82 in 2026); Argyle ISD (A, 92 in 2026). Ratings are TEA 2026 A–F accountability ratings. District boundaries do not follow city limits, so always confirm the school district for a specific address.
What is the property tax rate in Flower Mound?
Using 2025 adopted rates from the Texas Comptroller, the combined county, city and school-district rate is about $1.6910 per $100 of taxable value (Denton County$0.1859; City of Flower Mound$0.3873; Lewisville ISD$1.1178). Special districts such as hospital, college, emergency services or MUD/PID districts can add to this. Check the exact property with its appraisal district.
What county and appraisal district is Flower Mound in?
Flower Mound is in Denton County, Tarrant County. Property values are set by the appraisal district for the county where the property sits.
What is the typical home value in Flower Mound?
Zillow's Home Value Index for Flower Mound was $599,753 as of September 2026 (-0.0% year over year). For a specific home, ask Jamie for a comparative market analysis.
Why is it called Flower Mound?
The town is named for a 12.5-acre mound near its center, covered with native wildflowers and grasses, where settlers held religious camp meetings in the 1840s.
Which school district serves Flower Mound?
Lewisville ISD covers most of Flower Mound, but parts of the west and northwest are in Northwest ISD or Argyle ISD. Confirm the district for each address.
Can I have a private dock on Grapevine Lake?
Grapevine Lake is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir, and the Corps manages the shoreline, so private waterfront and docks are very limited. Most residents use public parks, ramps and marinas. Confirm shoreline rules with the Corps of Engineers.
What are MUD and PID taxes, and how do I check them?
Many newer North Texas communities are in a municipal utility district (MUD), public improvement district (PID) or similar special district that adds a tax or assessment on top of county, city and school taxes. Texas requires sellers to give buyers a notice about many of these districts. Ask for the latest tax bill and look up the property on the Denton Central Appraisal District (or the county's appraisal district) before you write an offer.
How do I file a homestead exemption in Flower Mound?
File with the Denton County appraisal district once the home is your principal residence; there is no fee. School districts must exempt $140,000 of a homestead's value, plus an additional $60,000 for owners 65 or older or disabled (Texas Comptroller). The general deadline is before May 1. Find the district's contact information in the Comptroller's county directory.
Does Flower Mound flood, and how do I check a property?
Flood risk is property-specific, often tied to creeks, rivers and low areas. Look up the address on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center, ask for the seller's disclosure and any elevation certificate, and get a flood-insurance quote even outside a mapped flood zone.
What internet service is available?
It varies by address, from fiber and cable in town to fixed wireless and satellite in rural areas. Enter the exact address on the FCC National Broadband Map and ask the seller what they use before you buy.
Sources
Where these facts come from
- Zillow Research, ZHVI by city (as of September 2026)
- Realtor.com Research ZIP inventory (September 2026)
- Greater Fort Worth REALTORS® ZIP Detail (Texas A&M Real Estate Research Center) (September 2026)
- Texas Education Agency, 2026 Statewide Multi-Year Ratings and TXschools.gov
- Texas Comptroller, 2025 county, city and school district tax rates · Comptroller exemptions
- Appraisal district contacts (Comptroller county directory): Denton County
- Wikipedia: Flower Mound (history; 2020 U.S. Census population)
- OSRM routing (drive-time estimates)
- Official site: Flower Mound
This content is general information, not legal or tax advice. Rules, rates and deadlines change. Confirm details with the appropriate agency, attorney, CPA or lender.
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