Denton County, Texas
Homes for Sale in Little Elm, TX
Little Elm sits on the shores of Lake Lewisville and offers one of the most distinctive lifestyles in DFW — waterfront living with suburban convenience. With growing schools, new master-planned communities, and easy access to Frisco and The Colony, it continues to attract buyers seeking value and views.
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Active Listings
Live MLS
$402K
Median Sold Price
Last 30 days
38 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)
Master-Planned Communities
Popular Communities in Little Elm
Wildridge
Little Elm's lakeside master-planned community on Lake Lewisville
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Paloma Creek
Denton County's largest master-planned community with lakeside access
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Spiritas Ranch
New-construction resort community in Little Elm
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Lakewood Village
Established lakeside community near Lake Lewisville
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Chaparral Park
Lakefront community living in Little Elm
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Valencia on the Lake
Lakefront resort living on Lake Lewisville
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Union Park
Hillwood's master-planned gem on the Denton–Frisco border
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Education
Schools in Little Elm
School district boundaries affect property values significantly in the DFW area. Ratings are GreatSchools summary scores (1–10).
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Community Profile
Little Elm by the Numbers
~62,000
Population
~$119,000
Median HH Income
33 yrs
Median Age
~$430,000
Median Home Value
Approx. figures — U.S. Census Bureau ACS estimates.
ZIP Codes Served
Major Highways
Local Expertise
Why Little Elm?
- The only true beach-town lifestyle in the DFW metroplex
- 66 miles of shoreline living minutes from Frisco's job boom
- Universal Kids Resort and PGA Frisco are a short drive away
- Six-figure median incomes with homes well under Frisco prices
- DNT and US-380 put every North Dallas job hub within reach
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Landmarks & Attractions
- The Lakefront District — beach-town hub on Lake Lewisville
- Little Elm Beach — one of North Texas' largest open swim areas
- The Cove — indoor waterpark with a FlowRider surf machine
- Little Elm Park — 100-acre festival & recreation hub on the shore
- Hydrous Wake Park — cable wakeboarding on the lake
- Lakefront boardwalk & marinas — sunset dining over the water
Economy
Major Employers
- Little Elm ISD & Town of Little Elm
- Lakefront hospitality & retail district
- Frisco hubs next door — PGA of America HQ, Universal Kids Resort
- Legacy West / Plano corridor — Toyota, JPMorgan (25–30 min)
- Grandscape / Nebraska Furniture Mart at The Colony
Outdoors
Parks & Trails
- Little Elm Beach & Little Elm Park — sand, volleyball, boat ramps
- Lake Lewisville — a 29,000-acre playground for boating & fishing
- McCord Park — signature park with a free all-ages splash pad
- Cottonwood Trail & sports complex — rustic lakeside hike path
- Union Park — master-planned greenbelt, lawn & event space
Family Life
Kid-Friendly Favorites
- Beach days at Little Elm Beach — ten volleyball courts & swim areas
- The Cove indoor waterpark — year-round slides, lazy river & surfing
- July 4th fireworks over Lewisville Lake — the signature show
- McCord Park splash pad — free daily water play all summer
- Universal Kids Resort in Frisco — about 20 minutes away
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Commute from Little Elm
- 15–20 minutes to Frisco's PGA / Star district via US-380 or FM-423
- 25–30 minutes to Legacy West / Toyota HQ via DNT
- 40–45 minutes to downtown Dallas via DNT
- ~35 minutes to DFW Airport via SH-121 from FM-423
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What Your Money Buys in Little Elm
The estimated median home value in Little Elm is ~$430,000. 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
≈3.5× Little Elm's median
San Francisco
CA income tax up to 13.3%
$1.2M median
≈2.8× Little Elm's median
Los Angeles
CA income tax up to 13.3%
$1.0M median
≈2.3× Little Elm's median
Seattle
WA — no income tax
$850K median
≈2.0× Little Elm's median
New York City
NY income tax up to 10.9%
$800K median
≈1.9× Little Elm's median
Austin
TX — no income tax
$550K median
≈1.3× Little Elm's median
Approximate metro median sale prices, mid-2026. Live Little Elm market data from NTREIS MLS above.
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Texas trades income tax for higher property tax — around 2.1% effective in denton County. Budget with the full picture:
Estimate on the ~$430,000 median — not a quote. Homestead exemptions lower the tax bill for primary residences; HOA dues vary by community.
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Common Questions
Little Elm, TX Real Estate FAQ
What is the median home price in Little Elm, TX?
The current median sold price in Little Elm is $402K (based on homes closed in the last 30 days from NTREIS MLS). The longer-term estimated median is ~$430,000 per U.S. Census Bureau ACS data.
What school district serves Little Elm, TX?
Little Elm is primarily served by Little Elm ISD (GreatSchools 7/10). Portions also fall within Frisco ISD. Always verify your specific address before purchasing.
What ZIP codes are in Little Elm, TX?
Little Elm includes ZIP codes: 75068.
Is Little Elm, TX a good place to buy a home?
Little Elm sits on the shores of Lake Lewisville and offers one of the most distinctive lifestyles in DFW — waterfront living with suburban convenience. With growing schools, new master-planned communities, and easy access to Frisco and The Colony, it continues to attract buyers seeking value and vi Key highlights: The only true beach-town lifestyle in the DFW metroplex; 66 miles of shoreline living minutes from Frisco's job boom; Universal Kids Resort and PGA Frisco are a short drive away.
What are the major highways near Little Elm, TX?
Little Elm has access to US-380, FM-423 (to SH-121 at The Colony), Dallas North Tollway (minutes east), El Dorado Pkwy (lake crossing to Frisco), making it convenient for DFW commuters.
What is there for families and kids in Little Elm, TX?
Family favorites in Little Elm include Beach days at Little Elm Beach — ten volleyball courts & swim areas, The Cove indoor waterpark — year-round slides, lazy river & surfing, July 4th fireworks over Lewisville Lake — the signature show, McCord Park splash pad — free daily water play all summer. Popular parks and trails: Little Elm Beach & Little Elm Park — sand, volleyball, boat ramps, Lake Lewisville — a 29,000-acre playground for boating & fishing, McCord Park — signature park with a free all-ages splash pad.
What is the commute like from Little Elm, TX?
15–20 minutes to Frisco's PGA / Star district via US-380 or FM-423; 25–30 minutes to Legacy West / Toyota HQ via DNT; 40–45 minutes to downtown Dallas via DNT; ~35 minutes to DFW Airport via SH-121 from FM-423.
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