Denton County · North Texas community guide
Living in Lantana
Lantana is an upscale, award-winning master-planned community in unincorporated Denton County, on FM 407 between Argyle and Flower Mound, served by Denton ISD and Argyle ISD.
Overview
About Lantana
Lantana was developed starting in 1999 on land that was part of the Rayzor family's Rayzor Ranch. Republic Property Group broke ground in March 2000, the first residents moved in in July 2001, and Forestar Group later completed development.
Lantana is a census-designated place, not a city, so there is no city government or city property tax. It had 10,785 residents at the 2020 census, shares the 76226 ZIP code with Argyle, and has won Community of the Year honors at the Dallas Builders Association's McSAM Awards.
Who Lantana suits
Lantana suits buyers who want a polished master-planned community with amenities and events, Denton ISD or Argyle ISD schools, and quick access to I-35W, I-35E and Flower Mound.
At a glance
Lantana by the numbers
Figures are sourced below with their dates. Market values change; confirm current numbers with Jamie before making decisions.
Housing
Homes & neighborhoods
Homes are mostly single-family, built from 2001 onward in distinct neighborhoods, with community pools, parks and trails. Because Lantana is unincorporated, special-district taxes (such as water or utility districts) usually apply on top of county and school taxes. Check the exact address.
Homes for sale
Homes for Sale in Lantana
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Schools
Lantana school districts
| District | TEA 2026 | TEA 2025 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denton ISD | C (76) | B (80) | Serves much of Lantana. |
| Argyle ISD | A (92) | A (92) | Serves part of Lantana. |
High school campus ratings
- Guyer High School: B (84) in 2026
- Argyle High School: A (92) 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
Lantana home prices
More local numbers (September 2026)
- Realtor.com, ZIP 76226 (Argyle / Lantana / Northlake): median list price $643,168, 357 active listings, 65 median days on market, 29.9% of listings with a price cut. Source: Realtor.com Research ZIP inventory.
- GFWAR/TRERC MLS, ZIP 76226 (Argyle / Lantana / Northlake): 64 closed sales, median sold price $551,000, 67 days on market, 5.3 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
Lantana property tax rates
2025 adopted rates per $100 of taxable value, from the Texas Comptroller:
| Taxing unit | Rate per $100 |
|---|---|
| Denton County | $0.1859 |
| Denton ISD | $1.2069 |
| Combined (before special districts) | $1.3928 |
No Lantana city property-tax rate appears in the Comptroller's 2025 city rate file, so the combined figure includes only the county and school district.
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 407 (Justin Road) runs through Lantana, connecting west to I-35W and Argyle and east to Flower Mound and I-35E.
- Downtown Fort Worth: about 40 minutes / 33 miles
- DFW International Airport: about 35 minutes
- Downtown Dallas: about 49 minutes / 34 miles
- Downtown Denton: about 19 minutes
- Graford: about 115 minutes
Drive times are routing estimates from OSRM without traffic; rush hour and highway construction can add significant time.
Outdoors
Lakes & recreation
Community parks, pools and trails are central to Lantana life, and Grapevine Lake and Lewisville Lake are about 20 minutes away.
Things to do
Notable attractions near Lantana
- LakeGrapevine Lake
Corps of Engineers lake about 20 minutes southeast.
- Downtown districtDowntown Denton Square
Historic courthouse square about 20 minutes north.
Everyday life
Shopping, dining & amenities
Shopping and dining along FM 407 serve the community, with Flower Mound, Denton and Highland Village close by.
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
Lantana on the map
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Keep reading
More on Lantana
Local FAQ
Lantana questions
Is Lantana a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Lantana suits buyers who want a polished master-planned community with amenities and events, Denton ISD or Argyle ISD schools, and quick access to I-35W, I-35E and Flower Mound. Jamie is happy to tour Lantana with you and talk through schools, commute, taxes and lifestyle.
How far is Lantana from Fort Worth?
Lantana is about 40 minutes (33 miles) by car to downtown Fort Worth without traffic, based on OSRM routing estimates.
What school districts serve Lantana?
Denton ISD (C, 76 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 Lantana?
Using 2025 adopted rates from the Texas Comptroller, the combined county, city and school-district rate is about $1.3928 per $100 of taxable value (Denton County$0.1859; Denton ISD$1.2069). 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 Lantana in?
Lantana is in Denton County. Property values are set by the appraisal district for the county where the property sits.
Is Lantana a city?
No. Lantana is an unincorporated census-designated place in Denton County, so there is no city government or city property tax. Special-district taxes usually apply instead. Check the tax bill for any home you consider.
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 Lantana?
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 Lantana 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
- 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: Lantana (history; 2020 U.S. Census population)
- OSRM routing (drive-time estimates)
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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