For all the benefits of small-town living with accessibility to the major metro areas of Dallas and Fort Worth, the city of Carrollton, Texas, checks off a lot of boxes for anyone looking to move to North Texas. With only 133,000 people in a metropolitan area of 6.5 million, Carrollton offers its citizens small-city benefits including several five-star elementary, middle and high schools without being isolated from big-city perks. 

Carrollton has been recognized by several national publications as one of the best places to live or relocate, in no small part because of its landscaped, friendly neighborhoods, excellent homes and top-tier medical facilities. The average list price for a home currently hovers around the $400,000 mark, with prices from about $140,000 and going up to nearly $1 million for something with perhaps five bedrooms and nearly 5,000 square feet. The Briggs Freeman Sothebys International Realty agents know Carrollton well  so read on for a breakdown of the citys highlights, then browse through currently available homes for purchase. 

Neighborhoods

Several highly desirable neighborhoods can be found within Carrollton, Texas, city limits, and Briggs Freeman Sothebys International Realty regularly has listings in each. Just a few neighborhoods of note: Coyote Ridge Park, Castle Hills, Estates of Indian Creek, Hamilton Park.

Restaurants

When hunger strikes, you wont have to go far to satisfy cravings of every imaginable kind. Carrollton has an enormous variety of Asian eateries, with traditional, authentic dishes from China, Korea, Japan, Vietnam and Thailand. Many are located side-by-side in large shopping centers, providing a fun way to take a tour of Asia in one day or over the course of weeks and months without ever hitting the same place twice. Highly rated spots include Grand Wok (Chinese), Tom Yum Kung Thai Cafe, Pho Bistro (Vietnamese), Zzizim Korean Kitchen and Tokyo Terriyaki (Japanese). Meanwhile, El Rumbero Taqueria and Tipicos offer rustic Mexican cuisine; Eggsellent Cafe is a top spot for breakfast; and Cane Rossos is tops for Neapolitan pizza, while Babes Chicken Dinner House serves up southern favorites (and spontaneous Hokey Pokey moments involving the whole restaurant during your meal).

Shopping

The best shopping will always be in nearby Dallas  about 25 miles away but Carrollton has several neighborhood shopping centers for most everyday needs, from clothing and athletic apparel to groceries, appliances and technology.

Outdoor escapes

Carrollton citizens by and large love getting outside for recreation, and the surrounding landscape delivers plenty of possibilities. Sports complexes, hiking, biking and walking trails, the Elm Fork Nature Preserve, Rosemeade Rainforest Aquatic Complex and several splash parks are among the most popular. Plus, most home lots in Carrollton are large enough for a backyard pool  if one isnt already an amenity at your favorite real estate listing.

Culture and entertainment

Historic Downtown Carrollton is a hub of entertainment for Carrollton citizens, but also as a destination from neighboring towns and even Dallas and Fort Worth. There youll find restaurants, bars and frequent festivals and events throughout the year. The A.W. Perry Homestead Museum is a fantastic place to travel back in time and get a sense of the towns storied history.

Making the move

So, if youre moving to North Texas from another city or state or simply seeking a new neighborhood to call home spend some time online checking out everything Carrollton, Texas, has to offer. Ready to tour homes and neighborhoods in Carrollton? Contact Briggs Freeman Sothebys International today and we can direct you to one of our in-the-know agents. They are the experts by far  when it comes to all things North Texas.

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