Living in Little Elm

📍 Location & Accessibility

• Proximity to Major Cities: Roughly 35 miles north of Dallas and 33 miles northeast of Fort Worth.
  
  

• Air Travel: About 25 minutes to DFW International Airport or 35 minutes to Dallas Love Field.
  
  

• Highways & Commute: Convenient access to U.S. Highway 380, FM 423, and the Dallas North Tollway, connecting residents to Frisco, Denton, and The Colony.
  
  

• Nearby Cities: Frisco, The Colony, Prosper, and Aubrey — all within a 15–20 minute drive.
  
  

🏡 Housing & Neighborhoods

Little Elm offers a mix of new master-planned communities and established neighborhoods near the lake.

• Paloma Creek: One of the area’s largest communities, featuring multiple pools, parks, and miles of trails.
  
  

• Frisco Hills: Popular with families for its newer homes, strong schools, and community pool.
  
  

• Sunset Pointe: Lakeside living with amenities and easy access to Eldorado Parkway.
  
  

• Union Park: A true master-planned community with trails, resort-style pools, and a strong sense of community.
  
  

🏠 Home Prices: The median sale price in Little Elm hovers around $430,000, offering exceptional value compared to nearby Frisco and Prosper.

🎓 Schools & Education

• School Districts: Most of Little Elm is served by Little Elm ISD, with portions in Denton ISD and Frisco ISD.
  
  

• Highlights: Little Elm High School, Prestwick STEM Academy, and Cesar Chavez Elementary are standout campuses.
  
  

• Higher Education: Close to UNT and Texas Woman’s University in Denton, and Collin College in nearby Frisco.
  
  

🌳 Lifestyle & Amenities

• Outdoor Living: With over 66 miles of shoreline, lake activities are central — fishing, kayaking, boating, and lakeside picnics.
  
  

• Parks & Recreation: Little Elm Park, Cottonwood Creek Marina, and McCord Park are local favorites.
  
  

• Dining & Entertainment: The Lakefront District is growing fast with waterfront dining, events, and summer concerts.
  
  

• Events: Annual favorites include July Jubilee, Pumpkin Hollow, and Lakefront Concert Series.
  
  

💼 Economy & Growth

• Growth Hub: One of Denton County’s fastest-growing communities, with strong new construction and retail development.
  
  

• Employment Access: Convenient to major job centers in Frisco, The Colony, and Plano, with many residents commuting via Highway 380 or the Tollway.
  
  

• Development: New mixed-use and commercial projects are shaping Little Elm into a self-sustaining lakeside town.
  
  

👨‍👩‍👧 Who Lives Here?

• Families seeking affordable homes in top-rated districts
  
  

• Professionals who want a lake lifestyle near Frisco
  
  

• First-time buyers looking for new builds with amenities
  
  

• Retirees enjoying peaceful, active living by the water
  
  

✅ Pros & Considerations

Pros

• Lakeside recreation and beautiful scenery
  
  

• Affordable housing and strong growth potential
  
  

• Great community vibe and family-friendly amenities
  
  

• Close to Frisco’s jobs, dining, and shopping
  
  

Considerations

• Rapid growth can mean ongoing construction in newer areas
  
  

• Some neighborhoods have limited highway access during peak hours