Denton County · North Texas community guide
Living in Frisco (Denton County)
Frisco spans Collin and Denton counties. This guide focuses on the Denton County side, on the city's west, with newer neighborhoods, Frisco ISD schools and quick access to the city's sports and entertainment districts.
Overview
About Frisco (Denton County)
Frisco grew from the community of Lebanon on the Shawnee (later Preston) Trail. In 1902 a line of the St. Louis–San Francisco Railway, "the Frisco," came through, and the town that formed around it took the railroad's nickname.
Suburban growth reached Frisco in the late 1990s, and it was the fastest-growing city in the United States from 2000 to 2009 and again in 2017. Frisco had 200,509 residents at the 2020 census.
The city lies in both Collin and Denton counties. Homes on the Denton County side, on the west, pay Denton County taxes and use the Denton Central Appraisal District, while the city and Frisco ISD rates are the same countywide.
Who Frisco (Denton County) suits
The Denton County side of Frisco suits buyers who want newer construction, Frisco ISD, and quick access to SH 121, the Dallas North Tollway and Frisco's sports and entertainment, often with a lower county rate than Collin.
At a glance
Frisco (Denton County) by the numbers
Figures are sourced below with their dates. Market values change; confirm current numbers with Jamie before making decisions.
Housing
Homes & neighborhoods
Expect 2000s–2020s single-family neighborhoods and master-planned communities, luxury and custom homes, and townhomes. Many newer areas include MUD or PID assessments, so the full tax picture varies by subdivision.
Homes for sale
Homes for Sale in Frisco
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Schools
Frisco (Denton County) school districts
| District | TEA 2026 | TEA 2025 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frisco ISD | A (91) | A (90) | Serves most of Frisco on both sides of the county line. |
| Little Elm ISD | C (78) | C (79) | Serves some Denton County addresses. |
| Lewisville ISD | B (83) | B (81) | Serves some southwest addresses. |
High school campus ratings
- Frisco High School: B (88) in 2026
- Lone Star High School: B (86) in 2026
- Lebanon Trail High School: A (90) in 2026
- Panther Creek High School: B (88) 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
Frisco (Denton County) home prices
Zillow's Home Value Index puts the typical Frisco home at $640,131 as of September 2026, down 3.9% 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 75033 (west Frisco): median list price $716,225, 229 active listings, 66 median days on market, 33.6% of listings with a price cut. Source: Realtor.com Research ZIP inventory.
- GFWAR/TRERC MLS, ZIP 75033 (west Frisco): 52 closed sales, median sold price $679,000, 60 days on market, 4.6 months of inventory. Source: Greater Fort Worth REALTORS® ZIP Detail (Texas A&M Real Estate Research Center).
- Realtor.com, ZIP 75036 (west Frisco / The Colony): median list price $565,500, 194 active listings, 65 median days on market, 34.6% of listings with a price cut. Source: Realtor.com Research ZIP inventory.
- GFWAR/TRERC MLS, ZIP 75036 (west Frisco / The Colony): 37 closed sales, median sold price $541,438, 66 days on market, 4.8 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
Frisco (Denton County) 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 Frisco | $0.4255 |
| Frisco ISD | $1.0194 |
| Combined (before special districts) | $1.6309 |
Example only: on a home appraised at the typical Frisco value of $640,131, the combined rate works out to about $10,440 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
SH 121 (Sam Rayburn Tollway) and US 380 cross Frisco east-west, and the Dallas North Tollway and Preston Road run north-south on the city's east side.
- Downtown Fort Worth: about 57 minutes / 47 miles
- DFW International Airport: about 37 minutes
- Downtown Dallas: about 35 minutes / 27 miles
- Downtown Denton: about 39 minutes
- Graford: about 132 minutes
Drive times are routing estimates from OSRM without traffic; rush hour and highway construction can add significant time.
Outdoors
Lakes & recreation
Lewisville Lake lies just west of Frisco, and the city's parks and trails, including large community parks, are spread across both counties.
Things to do
Notable attractions near Frisco (Denton County)
- Sports and entertainmentThe Star in Frisco
Dallas Cowboys world headquarters with dining, shopping and the Ford Center.
- StadiumToyota Stadium
Home of FC Dallas.
- Golf resortPGA Frisco
PGA of America headquarters with championship golf courses.
- MuseumNational Videogame Museum
Museum of video game history in the Frisco Discovery Center.
- BallparkRiders Field
Home of the Frisco RoughRiders minor league baseball team.
Everyday life
Shopping, dining & amenities
Frisco is a regional destination for shopping, dining and pro sports, from The Star (Dallas Cowboys headquarters) and Toyota Stadium (FC Dallas) to Riders Field and the PGA of America headquarters at PGA Frisco.
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
Frisco on the map
Use the layer button (top right of the map) to show TEA school district boundaries or FEMA flood hazard zones around Frisco.
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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.
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Local FAQ
Frisco (Denton County) questions
Is Frisco (Denton County) a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. The Denton County side of Frisco suits buyers who want newer construction, Frisco ISD, and quick access to SH 121, the Dallas North Tollway and Frisco's sports and entertainment, often with a lower county rate than Collin. Jamie is happy to tour Frisco with you and talk through schools, commute, taxes and lifestyle.
How far is Frisco (Denton County) from Fort Worth?
Frisco (Denton County) is about 57 minutes (47 miles) by car to downtown Fort Worth without traffic, based on OSRM routing estimates.
What school districts serve Frisco (Denton County)?
Frisco ISD (A, 91 in 2026); Little Elm ISD (C, 78 in 2026); Lewisville ISD (B, 83 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 Frisco (Denton County)?
Using 2025 adopted rates from the Texas Comptroller, the combined county, city and school-district rate is about $1.6309 per $100 of taxable value (Denton County$0.1859; City of Frisco$0.4255; Frisco ISD$1.0194). 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 Frisco (Denton County) in?
Frisco is in Denton County, Collin County. Property values are set by the appraisal district for the county where the property sits.
What is the typical home value in Frisco (Denton County)?
Zillow's Home Value Index for Frisco was $640,131 as of September 2026 (-3.9% year over year). For a specific home, ask Jamie for a comparative market analysis.
Is Frisco in Denton County or Collin County?
Both. The east side is in Collin County and the west side is in Denton County. The county affects your county tax rate and appraisal district, while Frisco city and Frisco ISD rates are the same in both counties.
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 Frisco?
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 Frisco 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: Frisco (Denton County) (history; 2020 U.S. Census population)
- OSRM routing (drive-time estimates)
- Official site: Frisco
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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