Living In Highland Village: Highland Village: Lakeside Living with Everyday Luxury

• Proximity to Major Cities: About 30 minutes north of Dallas and 35 minutes from Fort Worth.
  
  

• Air Travel: Roughly 20–25 minutes to DFW International Airport.
  
  

• Highways & Commute: Easy access to I-35E, FM 2499, and FM 407, making commutes to Dallas, Las Colinas, and Denton straightforward.
  
  

• Nearby Cities: Flower Mound, Lewisville, Corinth, and Double Oak.
  
  

Highland Village offers that rare combo: close to everything, but insulated from chaos.

Housing in Highland Village leans established, upscale, and spacious.

• Home Styles: Primarily single-family homes with brick and stone exteriors, mature trees, and larger lots than many newer suburbs.
  
  

• Neighborhood Feel: Quiet streets, strong HOA pride, and well-maintained homes throughout the city.
  
  

• Popular Areas: Castlewood, Highland Shores, and Briarhill — each known for scenic views, trails, and family-friendly layouts.
  
  

💰 Average Home Price: Typically $525,000–$750,000, depending on size, updates, and proximity to the lake.

• School District: Lewisville ISD, consistently ranked among the top districts in North Texas.
  
  

• Schools Serving the Area:
  
  

  • Highland Village Elementary
    
    

  • Briarhill Middle School
    
    

  • Marcus High School (one of LISD’s most sought-after campuses)
    
    

• Higher Education: UNT and TWU are just 15–20 minutes north in Denton.
  
  

Families often cite schools as the reason they land in Highland Village — and stay.

Highland Village is built around quality of life.

• Parks & Trails: Over 20 miles of trails, neighborhood parks, and greenbelts connecting much of the city.
  
  

• Lake Life: Close proximity to Lake Lewisville for boating, fishing, paddleboarding, and sunset walks.
  
  

• Shopping & Dining:
  
  

  • The Shops at Highland Village offer dining, boutique shopping, and events.
    
    

  • Easy access to Flower Mound and Grapevine for expanded options.
    
    

• Community Events: Concerts, seasonal festivals, and family events keep the city connected and active.
  
  

This is a city where weekends are planned around parks, patios, and time outside.

• Strong residential stability with limited overdevelopment
  
  

• Easy access to job centers in Dallas, Las Colinas, Plano, and Denton
  
  

• Home values remain steady due to location, schools, and lifestyle appeal
  
  

Highland Village prioritizes thoughtful growth, which protects property values long-term.

• Families prioritizing schools and safety
  
  

• Professionals commuting south but craving calm at home
  
  

• Empty nesters downsizing without giving up lifestyle
  
  

• Buyers who want mature neighborhoods over brand-new builds
  
  

Pros

• Excellent Lewisville ISD schools
  
  

• Strong sense of community
  
  

• Lake access and outdoor lifestyle

• Convenient yet quiet location
  
  

Considerations

• Fewer new construction options
  
  

• Higher price point than some nearby towns
  
  

• Limited nightlife (by design — most residents prefer it that way)