Moving to Colleyville, TX: Best Neighborhoods, Homes & Schools
By Brent Reiter, REALTOR® · Last updated November 10, 2026
Colleyville is a tree-canopied, low-density community in northeast Tarrant County known for large lots and quiet, established residential streets, all within easy reach of DFW Airport and both downtowns. I was born and raised in Fort Worth and work with buyers across DFW. Here's what to know before you make the move.
Where Colleyville Fits in the DFW Picture
Colleyville sits in northeast Tarrant County, tucked between Southlake, Grapevine, and Keller. Typical drive times outside rush hour:
- About 10 minutes to DFW International Airport
- About 20 minutes to downtown Fort Worth
- About 30 minutes to downtown Dallas
- Bordered by Southlake and Grapevine, giving buyers easy access to additional shopping and dining without leaving the immediate area
DFW Airport Access
Minutes from the airport, making it a top choice for frequent travelers who want a quiet, established residential setting.
Space & Privacy
A low-density community known for large lots, mature trees, and a quiet, established feel.
Colleyville at a Glance
| Median sale price, past 12 months | $1,040,000 (310 sales) |
| Median sale price, past 90 days | $925,000 (65 sales) |
| Middle half of sales | $810,000 to $1,425,000 |
| Homes sold for $1 million or more | 168 of 310 (54%) |
| Median days on market | 15 over the past 12 months; 26 over the past 90 days |
| Typical home sold | About 3,820 sq ft |
| School districts | Mostly Grapevine-Colleyville ISD; some western addresses may be Keller ISD |
Best Neighborhoods in Colleyville
Colleyville is mostly smaller subdivisions and custom homes on large lots, so few neighborhoods sell often enough for a reliable median. These five had at least nine sales each in the past year.
| Neighborhood | Best for | Median sale price | Sales (12 mo.) | Typical size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windview | Lowest median on this list | $705,000 | 9 | 3,520 sq ft |
| Tara Plantation | Colleyville under $750,000 | $735,000 | 10 | 3,180 sq ft |
| Ross Downs Estates | Mid-range Colleyville | $855,000 | 9 | 3,330 sq ft |
| Woodland Hills | Most sales in Colleyville | $860,000 | 13 | 3,610 sq ft |
| Reserve at Colleyville | Upper end of this list | $1,300,000 | 9 | 4,590 sq ft |
Windview and Tara Plantation — The most accessible Colleyville neighborhoods on this list, with medians of $705,000 and $735,000 for homes over 3,000 sq ft. Most sales in both ran between about $685,000 and $850,000.
Ross Downs Estates — A median of $855,000 for about 3,330 sq ft, with most sales between $819,000 and $1 million.
Woodland Hills — The busiest subdivision in Colleyville, with 13 sales at a median of $860,000. Sales ran from about $715,000 to $1.04 million for the middle half, so condition and lot size drive the price.
Reserve at Colleyville — Larger homes, about 4,590 sq ft, with most sales between $1.28 million and $1.48 million.
Also Worth a Look — Much of Colleyville's market is custom homes in small subdivisions that sell a few times a year. For those, I'd price home by home rather than trust a neighborhood median.
Schools
Colleyville is served by more than one school district, primarily Grapevine-Colleyville ISD (GCISD), which serves much of Colleyville, with Colleyville Heritage High School the primary high school for most of the city. Keller ISD serves portions of Colleyville, particularly toward the western side of the city, and Birdville ISD also serves a small portion of Colleyville. School district boundaries do not necessarily follow city limits, so a Colleyville address doesn't automatically mean GCISD.
A few things to know:
- Confirm school zoning by address. District lines can shift within the same city here, and GCISD, Keller ISD and Birdville ISD zoning varies by street.
- Districts adjust attendance boundaries, so check the current map.
- Check current campus ratings at txschools.gov, the state's accountability site.
What to Expect Cost-Wise
The median single-family sale price in Colleyville was $1,040,000 over the 12 months ending Oct. 31, 2026, across 310 sales, and more than half sold for $1 million or more. Homes sold quickly in early summer, with a median of 8 days on market for June closings, but took 47 days for September closings.
- Property taxes are a significant ongoing cost at this price range — get a detailed estimate early in your search, since it materially affects your monthly payment.
- HOA dues apply in some neighborhoods, so factor them into the monthly cost alongside taxes.
- No state income tax, which matters if you're coming from a high-income-tax state.
Colleyville Property Tax Calculator
2026 rates. Pick the address, enter a price, and the estimate updates as you type.
| Taxing unit | Taxable value | Rate per $100 | Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grapevine-Colleyville ISD | $260,000 | 0.868600 | $2,258 |
| City of Colleyville | $344,000 | 0.352480 | $1,213 |
| Tarrant County | $320,000 | 0.186000 | $595 |
| JPS Health Network | $320,000 | 0.159000 | $509 |
| Tarrant County College | $395,000 | 0.120000 | $474 |
Without a homestead exemption, this home would owe about $6,744, so the exemption saves about $1,695 a year.
Estimate only. It includes the state school homestead exemption ($140,000, plus $60,000 for owners 65+ or disabled) and the city and county homestead exemptions published by the appraisal districts. Any local exemption not shown in the table's taxable values isn't included, so your bill may be a little lower. It doesn't include the over-65 school tax ceiling. Check your appraisal district record for your actual taxing units and exemptions.
See current Colleyville homes for sale →
Getting a Feel for the Community Before You Arrive
- Large, tree-covered lots are the norm rather than the exception, giving the city a different feel than denser suburban developments.
- A quieter, residential character — Colleyville leans residential rather than commercial, though nearby Southlake and Grapevine provide easy access to shopping and dining.
- Established neighborhoods with mature landscaping throughout, giving homes more breathing room than some denser DFW suburbs.
Practical Relocation Steps
- Get pre-approved early, and be prepared for jumbo loan considerations given the price range typical of this market.
- Confirm school zoning for every specific property, especially anything near the western edge of the city bordering Keller.
- Compare against Southlake directly if you haven't already ruled it out — the tradeoffs in price, lot size, and privacy are worth evaluating side by side.
- Budget property taxes and any HOA dues as real monthly costs, not just closing-cost line items.
- Visit in person if at all possible — Colleyville's appeal is largely about the feel of the streets and lots, which doesn't always come through in listing photos.
Who Colleyville Fits
- Buyers who want large lots and privacy over walkable retail energy
- Buyers who travel frequently and want fast airport access with a quiet residential setting
- Buyers comparing Colleyville against Southlake who want larger lots and more privacy
- Buyers seeking an established, low-turnover community rather than a newer, still-developing one
Selling a $700K+ Home in Colleyville?
Over the past 12 months, Colleyville homes at $700,000 or more that never cut their price went under contract in a median of 8 days. Homes that needed a cut sold for about 91% of their original price.
See the full $700K+ numbers for North Tarrant County →Bottom Line
Colleyville delivers space and privacy, established neighborhoods, and proximity to DFW Airport and both downtowns — all without the commercial energy of some neighboring suburbs. For buyers who know they want room to breathe without leaving the metroplex behind, Colleyville is one of North Texas's strongest options.
Relocating to Colleyville or anywhere in the greater DFW area? I help out-of-state and out-of-market buyers from wherever they're starting, including remote showings, school zone research, and introductions to local lenders, inspectors, and movers. Reach out anytime, no pressure.
Brent Reiter
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Frequently Asked Questions About Moving to Colleyville
What county is Colleyville, TX in?
Tarrant County. Colleyville sits in northeast Tarrant County, between Southlake, Grapevine, and Keller.
What school district serves Colleyville?
Most of Colleyville is served by Grapevine-Colleyville ISD (GCISD), with Colleyville Heritage High School the primary high school. Some western addresses near the Keller border fall under Keller ISD. Confirm by address.
How much do homes cost in Colleyville?
The median sale price for single-family homes was about $1,040,000 over the 12 months ending Oct. 31, 2026, across 310 sales.
How long do homes take to sell in Colleyville?
About 15 days at the median over the past 12 months.
How far is Colleyville from DFW Airport?
About 10 minutes to DFW International Airport outside rush hour.
What are the best neighborhoods in Colleyville?
It depends on your budget. Windview and Tara Plantation are the most accessible, around $705,000 to $735,000. Woodland Hills is the busiest neighborhood at about $860,000, and Reserve at Colleyville runs about $1.3 million. Many Colleyville homes are custom builds in small subdivisions, so I price those individually.
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Market figures are my analysis of NTREIS MLS data for single-family homes in the city of Colleyville, sold in the 12 months ending Oct. 31, 2026. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.