Collin County, Texas
Homes for Sale in Melissa, TX
Melissa sits at the coveted junction of US-75 and SH-121, one exit north of McKinney — putting Allen, Legacy West, and the entire Collin County job corridor on a straight shot south. One of the fastest-growing cities in Texas, it pairs a $138K median household income and 8/10-rated Melissa ISD with new-construction pricing in the mid-$400s that Frisco and Prosper left behind years ago. With an H-E-B-anchored Melissa Town Center and a revitalized Gateway Village downtown underway, the amenities are catching up to the rooftops fast.
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Active Listings
Live MLS
$450K
Median Sold Price
Last 30 days
119 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 Melissa
Liberty
Melissa's flagship Hillwood master-planned community
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North Creek
Melissa's 1,096-home community with two clubhouses
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Meadow Run
No-MUD/PID master-planned living minutes from US-75
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Villages of Melissa
Established Melissa neighborhood with roomy lots
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Country Ridge
Wooded 1–7 acre estates minutes from US-75
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Education
Schools in Melissa
School district boundaries affect property values significantly in the DFW area. Ratings are GreatSchools summary scores (1–10).
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Community Profile
Melissa by the Numbers
~33,000 (rapidly growing)
Population
~$138,000
Median HH Income
36 yrs
Median Age
~$450,000
Median Home Value
Approx. figures — U.S. Census Bureau ACS estimates.
ZIP Codes Served
Major Highways
Local Expertise
Why Melissa?
- Melissa ISD rates 8/10 — top-tier schools without the Frisco price tag
- Among the fastest-growing cities in Texas — up ~130% since 2020
- $138K median household income — a rising affluent suburb
- New construction in the mid-$400s vs $600K+ for comparable Frisco homes
- H-E-B & the 43-acre Melissa Town Center landing at US-75 & SH-121
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Landmarks & Attractions
- Melissa Town Center — 43-acre H-E-B-anchored district at US-75/SH-121
- Historic downtown & Melissa Gateway Village redevelopment
- Buc-ee's on US-75
- North Creek — master-planned community
- Ford Sports Village at The Z-Plex
- Coyote Stadium — Melissa ISD football
Economy
Major Employers
- Melissa ISD — the city's largest employer
- Buc-ee's travel center (~200 jobs)
- City of Melissa
- Dutch Bros coffee roasting facility
- Raytheon & Independent Financial (McKinney, ~10 min)
- Legacy West corporate campuses (Plano, ~30 min)
Outdoors
Parks & Trails
- Zadow Park — turf ballfields, pickleball, cricket cages, playground
- Bob Miller Park
- Rotary Park in downtown
- Melissa Hike & Bike Trail
- Ford Sports Village at The Z-Plex
Family Life
Kid-Friendly Favorites
- Youth sports tournaments at The Z-Plex / Ford Sports Village
- Pickleball, sand volleyball & batting cages at Zadow Park
- Melissa Public Library story times & programs
- Community events at the Gateway Village downtown district
- Friday nights at Coyote Stadium — Melissa ISD football
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Commute from Melissa
- ~10 minutes to downtown McKinney via US-75
- ~20 minutes to Allen; ~30 minutes to Legacy West in Plano
- ~45 minutes to DFW International Airport via SH-121
- Straight US-75 run to downtown Dallas (~40–45 min)
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What Your Money Buys in Melissa
The estimated median home value in Melissa is ~$450,000. 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
≈3.3× Melissa's median
San Francisco
CA income tax up to 13.3%
$1.2M median
≈2.7× Melissa's median
Los Angeles
CA income tax up to 13.3%
$1.0M median
≈2.2× Melissa's median
Seattle
WA — no income tax
$850K median
≈1.9× Melissa's median
New York City
NY income tax up to 10.9%
$800K median
≈1.8× Melissa's median
Austin
TX — no income tax
$550K median
≈1.2× Melissa's median
Approximate metro median sale prices, mid-2026. Live Melissa market data from NTREIS MLS above.
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Owning the Median Melissa Home
Texas trades income tax for higher property tax — around 2.0% effective in collin County. Budget with the full picture:
Estimate on the ~$450,000 median — not a quote. Homestead exemptions lower the tax bill for primary residences; HOA dues vary by community.
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Common Questions
Melissa, TX Real Estate FAQ
What is the median home price in Melissa, TX?
The current median sold price in Melissa is $450K (based on homes closed in the last 30 days from NTREIS MLS). The longer-term estimated median is ~$450,000 per U.S. Census Bureau ACS data.
What school district serves Melissa, TX?
Melissa is primarily served by Melissa ISD (GreatSchools 8/10). Always verify your specific address before purchasing.
What ZIP codes are in Melissa, TX?
Melissa includes ZIP codes: 75454.
Is Melissa, TX a good place to buy a home?
Melissa sits at the coveted junction of US-75 and SH-121, one exit north of McKinney — putting Allen, Legacy West, and the entire Collin County job corridor on a straight shot south. One of the fastest-growing cities in Texas, it pairs a $138K median household income and 8/10-rated Melissa ISD with Key highlights: Melissa ISD rates 8/10 — top-tier schools without the Frisco price tag; Among the fastest-growing cities in Texas — up ~130% since 2020; $138K median household income — a rising affluent suburb.
What are the major highways near Melissa, TX?
Melissa has access to US-75 (Central Expressway), SH-121 (Sam Rayburn corridor), SH-5, Collin County Outer Loop (advancing nearby), making it convenient for DFW commuters.
What is there for families and kids in Melissa, TX?
Family favorites in Melissa include Youth sports tournaments at The Z-Plex / Ford Sports Village, Pickleball, sand volleyball & batting cages at Zadow Park, Melissa Public Library story times & programs, Community events at the Gateway Village downtown district. Popular parks and trails: Zadow Park — turf ballfields, pickleball, cricket cages, playground, Bob Miller Park, Rotary Park in downtown.
What is the commute like from Melissa, TX?
~10 minutes to downtown McKinney via US-75; ~20 minutes to Allen; ~30 minutes to Legacy West in Plano; ~45 minutes to DFW International Airport via SH-121; Straight US-75 run to downtown Dallas (~40–45 min).
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