Homes for Sale in Celina, TX

Celina is one of DFW's fastest-growing communities, offering new construction homes at competitive prices with top-rated Celina ISD schools. Its small-town charm, lower tax rates, and rapid development of new amenities make it a top choice for families seeking value north of Frisco.

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931

Active Listings

Live MLS

$525K

Median Sold Price

Last 30 days

169 days

Avg. Days on Market

Active listings

50

New This Week

Added last 7 days

Market data sourced from NTREIS / Trestle MLS · Updated in real time

Area insights (U.S. Census)

Collin County · population growth
973,977 (2019) → 1,163,337 (2024)
+19.4%
Census ACS · 20192024
Celina, TX · Census ACS 2023
Population
77,114
Median income
$179,171
Median home value
$580,249
Median rent
$2,225/mo
Renters
9.5%
Median age
36.7

Schools in Celina

School district boundaries affect property values significantly in the DFW area. Ratings are GreatSchools summary scores (1–10).

9

GreatSchools

9/10

9

Prosper ISD

Serves some southern Celina areas

www.prosper-isd.net

GreatSchools

9/10

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Celina by the Numbers

~73,000 (fastest-growing U.S. city over 20K)

Population

~$145,000

Median HH Income

33 yrs

Median Age

~$600,000 (new builds from ~$520K)

Median Home Value

Approx. figures — U.S. Census Bureau ACS estimates.

ZIP Codes Served

Major Highways

Preston Road (SH-289) — main spine todayDallas North Tollway (Phase 4A to Celina opens fall 2027)US-380Collin County Outer Loop (Celina–McKinney leg open)Frontier Pkwy (FM-1461)

Why Celina?

  • America's fastest-growing city — ~800 new residents arriving every month
  • New-construction prices dipped ~20% in 2025 — a rare value window vs Frisco
  • Celina ISD small classes + 8-time state-champion football culture
  • DNT extension opens 2027 — buy ahead of the corridor, like early Frisco
  • Costco, Lowe's, Home Depot and a hospital all landed in the last 18 months

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Landmarks & Attractions

  • Historic Downtown Square — restaurants, boutiques & year-round festivals
  • Old Celina Park — the city's flagship 80-acre sports park
  • The Crossing at Moore Farm — Costco & Lowe's retail hub
  • Bobcat Stadium — 8-time state-champion football program
  • Methodist Celina Medical Center — the city's first full hospital
  • Collin College Celina campus
  • Light Farms & Mustang Lakes — flagship master-planned communities

Major Employers

  • Celina ISD — the city's largest employer
  • Costco, Lowe's & Home Depot — new Preston Rd anchors
  • Methodist Celina Medical Center
  • City of Celina & Collin College Celina campus
  • Legacy West / Frisco job corridor (Toyota, JPMorgan) — 25–35 min

Parks & Trails

  • Old Celina Park — fields, playgrounds, splash pad
  • Founders Station Park — splash pad steps from the downtown square
  • Light Farms' miles of community trails and greenbelt
  • Mustang Lakes' stocked lakes and amenity network
  • Lake Ray Roberts state park beaches ~25 min west

Kid-Friendly Favorites

  • Celina Cajun Fest (May) — North Texas' biggest crawfish boil on the square
  • Splash & Blast (June) — water slides + fireworks at Old Celina Park
  • Friday Night Markets on the square, spring and fall
  • Christmas on the Square and 25+ city events a year
  • Friday-night Bobcats football — the classic Texas small-town experience

Commute from Celina

  • 25–35 minutes to Legacy West/Frisco via Preston Rd or DNT
  • ~25 minutes to McKinney via the Outer Loop or US-380
  • 45–55 minutes to DFW Airport via DNT/SH-121
  • DNT extension (2027) will put Celina on a straight toll shot to Plano

What Your Money Buys in Celina

The estimated median home value in Celina is ~$600,000 (new builds from ~$520K). Here's how that compares to the metros our relocating buyers most often arrive from — and Texas has no state income tax.

San Jose / Silicon Valley

CA income tax up to 13.3%

$1.5M median

2.5× Celina's median

San Francisco

CA income tax up to 13.3%

$1.2M median

2.0× Celina's median

Los Angeles

CA income tax up to 13.3%

$1.0M median

1.7× Celina's median

Seattle

WA — no income tax

$850K median

1.4× Celina's median

New York City

NY income tax up to 10.9%

$800K median

1.3× Celina's median

Austin

TX — no income tax

$550K median

Approximate metro median sale prices, mid-2026. Live Celina market data from NTREIS MLS above.

Owning the Median Celina Home

Texas trades income tax for higher property tax — around 2.0% effective in collin County. Budget with the full picture:

Principal & interest (20% down, 6.5% 30-yr)$3,034/mo
Property tax (~2.0% effective)$1,000/mo
Home insurance (typical)~$250/mo
Estimated total$4,284/mo

Estimate on the ~$600,000 (new builds from ~$520K) median — not a quote. Homestead exemptions lower the tax bill for primary residences; HOA dues vary by community.

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Celina, TX Real Estate FAQ

What is the median home price in Celina, TX?

The current median sold price in Celina is $525K (based on homes closed in the last 30 days from NTREIS MLS). The longer-term estimated median is ~$600,000 (new builds from ~$520K) per U.S. Census Bureau ACS data.

What school district serves Celina, TX?

Celina is primarily served by Celina ISD (GreatSchools 9/10). Portions also fall within Prosper ISD. Always verify your specific address before purchasing.

What ZIP codes are in Celina, TX?

Celina includes ZIP codes: 75009.

Is Celina, TX a good place to buy a home?

Celina is one of DFW's fastest-growing communities, offering new construction homes at competitive prices with top-rated Celina ISD schools. Its small-town charm, lower tax rates, and rapid development of new amenities make it a top choice for families seeking value north of Frisco. Key highlights: America's fastest-growing city — ~800 new residents arriving every month; New-construction prices dipped ~20% in 2025 — a rare value window vs Frisco; Celina ISD small classes + 8-time state-champion football culture.

What are the major highways near Celina, TX?

Celina has access to Preston Road (SH-289) — main spine today, Dallas North Tollway (Phase 4A to Celina opens fall 2027), US-380, Collin County Outer Loop (Celina–McKinney leg open), Frontier Pkwy (FM-1461), making it convenient for DFW commuters.

What is there for families and kids in Celina, TX?

Family favorites in Celina include Celina Cajun Fest (May) — North Texas' biggest crawfish boil on the square, Splash & Blast (June) — water slides + fireworks at Old Celina Park, Friday Night Markets on the square, spring and fall, Christmas on the Square and 25+ city events a year. Popular parks and trails: Old Celina Park — fields, playgrounds, splash pad, Founders Station Park — splash pad steps from the downtown square, Light Farms' miles of community trails and greenbelt.

What is the commute like from Celina, TX?

25–35 minutes to Legacy West/Frisco via Preston Rd or DNT; ~25 minutes to McKinney via the Outer Loop or US-380; 45–55 minutes to DFW Airport via DNT/SH-121; DNT extension (2027) will put Celina on a straight toll shot to Plano.

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