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North Frisco, particularly around the Dallas North Tollway construction, is a highly requested area for movers. The city has invested over $21 million in road improvements, leading to significant construction, dust, detours, and longer commute times. However, this disruption signifies major infrastructure investment and positions North Frisco as a serious growth zone with projects like Fields West, Universal Kids Resort, and PGA. Buyers entering now can expect price appreciation once construction completes, making it the most connected and modern area in the future.
West Frisco, especially near the Legacy area, comes with a notable monthly expense: Dallas North Tollway and 121 tolls, which are locked in through 2027. Homes in this area tend to have older styles, less open concepts, and sometimes closer lots. While weekends can be busy due to commercial density, West Frisco offers fast highway access, ideal for commuters to Plano or downtown Dallas. Established luxury neighborhoods like Starwood, with mature trees and direct access to employment hubs and Legacy West, are a significant draw.
East Frisco offers newer homes with more space than the west side, but at the cost of direct highway access and proximity to major attractions like the Star District and Legacy West. Residents will likely use 121, 380, or 75, which can experience significant traffic. This area also features older homes, potentially lower prices, and less HOA involvement, particularly around historic downtown Frisco. It's closer to McKinney's historic downtown, which is highlighted as a cool spot. Newer, closer-in gated communities like Richwoods offer a middle ground for buyers.
South Frisco is characterized by certainty and predictability. It features smaller lots and older home plans but offers well-defined HOA management and established surroundings. While appreciation may be more modest compared to developing areas, South Frisco provides quicker access to Plano and the tollway, making it ideal for commuters. It also boasts mature trees, established and highly-rated schools, solid resale neighborhoods, and minimal construction. The Grove is highlighted as a newer master-planned community in this area with good amenities.
The Fields area, especially around Panther Creek, is currently the most disrupted pocket in Frisco but offers huge appreciation potential. Major construction projects include Fields Parkway, Panther Creek, Dallas North Tollway lanes, Universal Kids Resort (opening this summer), Fields West (first phase in 2027), East Village, and Brookside North. The opening of Universal and Fields West is expected to significantly impact home values. Other developments like Firefly Park and Grand Park are also underway, making now a good time to buy with increased buyer negotiating power.
Starwood offers established, luxurious living with minimal new construction activity, aside from Grand Park being built over the next decade. Though homes are 'older' (2000s, 2010s), the area can sustain multi-million dollar properties, with some potential for tear-downs and new builds. Starwood is known for its massive, mature trees, high-net-worth individuals, and 24/7 guarded and gated security, requiring appointments for entry. For ultimate luxury, The Preserve is mentioned, though it has limited lots.
Living north of Main Street in Frisco means experiencing a thriving construction zone with immense appreciation opportunities due to ongoing projects like Universal, Fields West, Firefly Park, and Grand Park. This area will have brand new construction, amenities, and everything within close proximity. South of Main Street offers more established neighborhoods with older homes, less construction, and less disruption. The speaker recommends considering personal tolerance for construction versus the potential for property value growth when choosing between these two distinct areas.