Denton County
Living in Aubrey, Texas
Small-town Denton County with the metroplex's fastest new-home growth.
Population
~10,000 (city) · 40,000+ in the 76227 area
Median home
$425K
Median income
$110K
Property tax
~2.1% effective (MUD/PID common)
Primary ISD
Denton ISD & Aubrey ISD (varies)
Commute
50–65 min to downtown Dallas
Aubrey is where relocation buyers land when they want Prosper-style new construction without the Prosper price tag. It's still a small town at heart, but the US-380 growth wave has reached it in full force.
Aubrey sits in northern Denton County, just west of Prosper and north of Little Elm. Master-planned communities like Silverado, Sandbrock Ranch, and Winn Ridge have brought thousands of new homes to what was recently ranch land.
The city has kept a genuine small-town center — a historic downtown strip, rodeo roots, and horse property that still borders new subdivisions.
For relocation buyers, Aubrey is the value play on the northern edge: newer homes, bigger lots, and a lower entry price than Prosper, Frisco, or Celina.
Neighborhoods & communities
Silverado
Large master-planned community, amenity center, family heavy.
Sandbrock Ranch
Ranch-inspired design, trails, strong builder mix.
Winn Ridge
Entry-level new construction, popular with first-time buyers.
Arrow Brooke
Newer phases, Denton ISD zoning, value pricing.
Old Town Aubrey
Historic lots, larger acreage, true small-town feel.
Schools
- Most of the newer master-planned communities fall in Denton ISD, not Aubrey ISD — verify by address.
- Aubrey ISD is small and community-centered, with Aubrey HS as the single high school.
- Denton ISD's Ray Braswell HS serves a large share of the 76227 growth corridor.
The pros
- Some of the best price-per-square-foot on new construction in North Texas
- Larger lots and acreage options still available
- Quick access to US-380, Prosper, and Frisco employers
- Genuine small-town identity with new amenities arriving
The considerations
- Longest commute of the northern suburbs to downtown Dallas
- School zoning is split and frequently misunderstood
- Retail and dining are still thin — you drive to Prosper or Frisco
- MUD/PID assessments push effective tax rates higher in new sections
Who Aubrey is right for
- Remote and hybrid workers who want more house for the money
- Families comfortable with Denton ISD or Aubrey ISD
- Buyers in the $350K–$600K range wanting new construction
- Horse-property and acreage buyers who still want suburban services
A weekend in Aubrey
Aubrey weekends are the Sandbrock trail system, a stop at Moms Cafe downtown, youth sports, and a 15-minute drive to Prosper or Little Elm for bigger retail. It's quiet, growing, and still affordable.
Frequently asked
Is Aubrey in Aubrey ISD?
Not always. Many of the largest master-planned communities with an Aubrey mailing address are zoned to Denton ISD. Always verify the specific address before writing an offer.
How does Aubrey compare to Prosper?
Aubrey typically delivers 20–30% more square footage for the money, with a longer commute and less retail. Prosper wins on schools and resale; Aubrey wins on value.
Is the commute workable?
To Frisco, Prosper, or Denton — yes, 20–30 minutes. To downtown Dallas, expect an hour. Aubrey works best for hybrid or remote schedules.
Compare with nearby communities
Considering Aubrey?
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