Collin County, Texas
Homes for Sale in Princeton, TX
Princeton is officially the fastest-growing city in America (U.S. Census, 2025) — and the reason is simple math: typical homes run around $325K versus $500K+ in McKinney and $685K in Frisco, with US-380 putting you 15 minutes from US-75 and McKinney's job centers. After pausing new residential permits in 2024–25 to fast-track roads, water, and public safety, the city reopened for growth in late 2025 on a stronger foundation. With Lake Lavon at its doorstep and a TxDOT freeway upgrade of US-380 in design, Princeton is the value play on Collin County's growth corridor.
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Active Listings
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$283K
Median Sold Price
Last 30 days
73 days
Avg. Days on Market
Active listings
50
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Area insights (U.S. Census)
Master-Planned Communities
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Whitewing Trails
Princeton's 800-acre flagship master-planned community
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Windmore
Resort amenities at first-time-buyer prices in Princeton
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Bridgewater
Lakeside living around a 26-acre lake in Princeton
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Winchester Crossing
Princeton's high-volume value community near Lake Lavon
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Monticello Park
Mid-priced new homes east of McKinney in Princeton
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Education
Schools in Princeton
School district boundaries affect property values significantly in the DFW area. Ratings are GreatSchools summary scores (1–10).
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Community Profile
Princeton by the Numbers
~45,000 (fastest-growing in the U.S.)
Population
~$105,000
Median HH Income
32 yrs
Median Age
~$325,000
Median Home Value
Approx. figures — U.S. Census Bureau ACS estimates.
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Why Princeton?
- No. 1 fastest-growing city in the U.S. — Census Bureau, 2025
- $400K buys a new 4-bedroom here; the same budget barely starts in Frisco
- Median income $105K, median age 32 — a young-professional boomtown
- Lake Lavon fishing, boating & beaches minutes from every neighborhood
- US-380 freeway upgrade in design — connectivity is only improving
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Landmarks & Attractions
- Lake Lavon — 21,000-acre lake on the city's south edge
- Historic downtown & the Onion Shed pavilion
- J.M. Caldwell Sr. Community Park
- Ticky Creek Park beach & boat ramp on Lavon Lake
- US-380 retail corridor (Princeton Crossroads)
Economy
Major Employers
- Princeton ISD — the city's largest employer
- City of Princeton
- US-380 retail corridor (Walmart Supercenter anchor)
- Raytheon (McKinney, ~20 min)
- Medical City McKinney & Baylor Scott & White (~20 min)
- Toyota NA / Legacy West corridor (Plano, ~35 min)
Outdoors
Parks & Trails
- J.M. Caldwell Sr. Community Park — dog park, disc golf, ballfields
- Princeton Municipal Park — trails & fishing pond
- Ticky Creek Park at Lavon Lake — beach, boat ramp, fishing
- Sister Grove Park — 6+ miles of hike & mountain-bike trails
- Veterans Memorial Park
Family Life
Kid-Friendly Favorites
- Princeton Onion Festival every April — a tradition since 2005
- Boating, fishing & watersports on Lake Lavon
- Disc golf and dog park at J.M. Caldwell Sr. Park
- July 4th celebration and downtown Christmas parade
- Lois Nelson Public Library programs
- Youth baseball, softball & soccer leagues at Caldwell Park
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Commute from Princeton
- 15–20 minutes to McKinney / US-75 via US-380
- ~25 minutes to Allen's Watters Creek corridor
- 35–40 minutes to Legacy West / Toyota HQ in Plano
- ~55 minutes to DFW International Airport
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What Your Money Buys in Princeton
The estimated median home value in Princeton is ~$325,000. 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
≈4.6× Princeton's median
San Francisco
CA income tax up to 13.3%
$1.2M median
≈3.7× Princeton's median
Los Angeles
CA income tax up to 13.3%
$1.0M median
≈3.1× Princeton's median
Seattle
WA — no income tax
$850K median
≈2.6× Princeton's median
New York City
NY income tax up to 10.9%
$800K median
≈2.5× Princeton's median
Austin
TX — no income tax
$550K median
≈1.7× Princeton's median
Approximate metro median sale prices, mid-2026. Live Princeton market data from NTREIS MLS above.
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Owning the Median Princeton Home
Texas trades income tax for higher property tax — around 2.0% effective in collin County. Budget with the full picture:
Estimate on the ~$325,000 median — not a quote. Homestead exemptions lower the tax bill for primary residences; HOA dues vary by community.
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Common Questions
Princeton, TX Real Estate FAQ
What is the median home price in Princeton, TX?
The current median sold price in Princeton is $283K (based on homes closed in the last 30 days from NTREIS MLS). The longer-term estimated median is ~$325,000 per U.S. Census Bureau ACS data.
What school district serves Princeton, TX?
Princeton is primarily served by Princeton ISD (GreatSchools 5/10). Always verify your specific address before purchasing.
What ZIP codes are in Princeton, TX?
Princeton includes ZIP codes: 75407.
Is Princeton, TX a good place to buy a home?
Princeton is officially the fastest-growing city in America (U.S. Census, 2025) — and the reason is simple math: typical homes run around $325K versus $500K+ in McKinney and $685K in Frisco, with US-380 putting you 15 minutes from US-75 and McKinney's job centers. After pausing new residential permi Key highlights: No. 1 fastest-growing city in the U.S. — Census Bureau, 2025; $400K buys a new 4-bedroom here; the same budget barely starts in Frisco; Median income $105K, median age 32 — a young-professional boomtown.
What are the major highways near Princeton, TX?
Princeton has access to US-380 (freeway upgrade in design), FM-982 & FM-1827, US-75 via US-380 (~15 min), Collin County Outer Loop (planned), making it convenient for DFW commuters.
What is there for families and kids in Princeton, TX?
Family favorites in Princeton include Princeton Onion Festival every April — a tradition since 2005, Boating, fishing & watersports on Lake Lavon, Disc golf and dog park at J.M. Caldwell Sr. Park, July 4th celebration and downtown Christmas parade. Popular parks and trails: J.M. Caldwell Sr. Community Park — dog park, disc golf, ballfields, Princeton Municipal Park — trails & fishing pond, Ticky Creek Park at Lavon Lake — beach, boat ramp, fishing.
What is the commute like from Princeton, TX?
15–20 minutes to McKinney / US-75 via US-380; ~25 minutes to Allen's Watters Creek corridor; 35–40 minutes to Legacy West / Toyota HQ in Plano; ~55 minutes to DFW International Airport.
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