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Whether you’re a lifelong resident or new to the area, there’s always something new to discover about your neighborhood. With that in mind, we created a Fast Facts sheet for cities and neighborhoods all over the DFW area. Our DFW Area fast facts have detailed real estate insights, things to do, places to shop and some of our favorite restaurants in each area.
Melissa, Texas, is a small, fast-growing city located just north of McKinney, offering a peaceful, rural atmosphere with easy access to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Known for its friendly community and strong family values, Melissa offers excellent schools, a variety of parks, and a growing number of local amenities. The city’s charming small-town vibe combined with its proximity to larger cities makes it an ideal place for those looking for a quieter lifestyle without sacrificing convenience.
POPULATION
23K
AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
$138K
MEDIAN AGE
37
HOUSING
88% OWN
12% RENT
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
$430K
AREA ACTIVITIES & FEATURES
• NATURAL SPRINGS PARK
• BARN HILL VINEYARDS
• LOLA’S LOCAL MARKET | FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS
• PRESTON TRAIL FARMS
• TOP FUN RANCH
• CATHY’S CRITTERS PETTING ZOO
• Z-PLEX TEXAS SPORTS VILLAGE
• SLAYTER CREEK PARK
• YMCA COLLIN COUNTY ADVENTURE CAMP
FAVORITE LOCAL DINING & DRINK SPOTS
• SPURLOCK’S MALT SHOP • NONI’S BRUNCH HOUSE
• THE RED FEATHER • TIA’S MEXICAN GRILL • LAU BA THAI
• HIMALAYAN HUB • MOUNTAIN MIKE’S PIZZA
• CANTINA LIME COCINA Y COPAS • HOPE COFFEE
• KALAMAKI GREEK EATERY • FAN CHINESE
• CROW’S COUNTRY CAFE • THE NEST | FOOD TRUCKS
• SUGAR BABES DONUT SHOP & DELI • K BITE • SUSHI GO
• BUCEE’S • GUADALAJARA COCINA • DOSHI SUSHI
• SUNVIEW CAFE • MARIA’S MEXICAN • ROMA’S ITALIAN
• 3 NATIONS BREWING • EVERYTHING ICE CREAM
FAVORITE LOCAL SHOPPING
• KAY MARIE BOUTIQUE
• DAN’S FRESH & LOACL PRODUCE
• HANGER ROUND RESALE
• MERCANTILE ON MAIN
• ANTIQUE COMPANY MALL
AVERAGE DRIVE TIMES
• DOWNTOWN DALLAS | 55 MINUTES
• DALLAS LOVE FIELD AIRPORT | 60 MINUTES
• DFW INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT | 40 MINUTES
• AT&T STADIUM & GLOBE LIFE FIELD | 54 MINUTES
• DOWNTOWN FORT WORTH | 1 HOUR 5 MINUTES
