Where Frisco is
Frisco sits north of Plano along the Dallas North Tollway. It is its own city, with its own government, permits and rules. The city spans two counties: the east side is in Collin County and the west side is in Denton County, so the county and appraisal records depend on the address.
Large office, shopping and sports developments line the Tollway and the Sam Rayburn Tollway, SH 121. Most homes sit in planned subdivisions between these corridors and farther north.
If you are also looking a little closer to Dallas, see the Plano page.
Homes and lots
Frisco grew mostly from the 1990s on, so the housing is newer than in most of Dallas. Expect single-family houses in planned subdivisions, townhomes, and some newer construction still being built. Many communities have an HOA with shared amenities and written rules on exterior changes. My sales here include a home on Morris Lane.
Many newer homes have a bedroom and bath on the main floor, which helps if you want one-story living in a two-story house. Before you buy, read the HOA resale certificate, the deed restrictions and, for a newer home, any builder warranty that may still apply.
Schools and taxes
Frisco ISD is the main school district, but four districts serve the city: Frisco ISD, Prosper ISD, Lewisville ISD and Little Elm ISD. The City of Frisco does not set school boundaries. Look up the exact address on the district's own boundary tool before you count on a school.
Homes on the Collin County side are appraised by the Collin Central Appraisal District, and homes on the Denton County side by the Denton Central Appraisal District. The property record lists every taxing unit for the address. Some newer subdivisions in North Texas also carry a special district or public improvement district assessment, so ask for the tax certificate and the past tax bills, not just the city rate. If you will live in the home, apply for the homestead exemption with the appraisal district.
Getting around
The Dallas North Tollway runs north and south through Frisco, and the Sam Rayburn Tollway, SH 121, crosses the south part of the city toward DFW Airport. Preston Road, SH 289, is the main north-south street east of the Tollway, and US 380 runs along the north.
There is no DART rail line in Frisco, so most people drive. The Tollway is the usual route south to Plano, North Dallas and Love Field. Drive your real commute at rush hour before you choose a street.
