Homes in Denton ISD: Prices, Cities, Schools & Taxes (2026)
By Brent Reiter, REALTOR® · Last updated November 4, 2026
Denton ISD covers the city of Denton and a wide swath of Denton County east and south of it: parts of Little Elm, Aubrey, Corinth and Oak Point, plus Lantana, Savannah, Cross Roads and Providence Village. Below is what 3,237 single-family homes in Denton ISD sold for over the past year, by city and high school zone, with the 2026 tax numbers.
Several of these towns are split with other districts. Little Elm, for example, is shared with Little Elm and Frisco ISDs, so confirm the district for the exact address before you make an offer.
At a Glance
- Median sale price
- $399,000 (3,237 sales, past 12 months)
- Middle half of sales
- $327,000 to $510,000
- Sold under $300,000
- About 1 in 6 (520 homes)
- Median days on market
- 57
- Sale price vs. final asking price
- 98.4% (median)
- New construction
- 688 homes built in 2025 or 2026 (21% of sales)
- High schools
- Braswell, Denton, Guyer and Ryan
- District tax rate (2026)
- $1.1528 per $100
My analysis of NTREIS MLS single-family sales in Denton ISD closed Nov. 4, 2025 to Nov. 4, 2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Which Cities Are in Denton ISD?
| City or community | Sales (12 mo.) | Median price | Median size | Typical year built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denton | 1,509 | $375,000 | 2,040 sq ft | 2006 |
| Little Elm | 515 | $384,990 | 2,290 sq ft | 2021 |
| Aubrey | 424 | $411,250 | 2,460 sq ft | 2020 |
| Lantana | 173 | $625,000 | 3,380 sq ft | 2007 |
| Corinth | 169 | $449,944 | 2,600 sq ft | 1999 |
| Oak Point | 108 | $520,925 | 2,870 sq ft | 2025 |
| Savannah | 70 | $335,000 | 2,180 sq ft | 2006 |
| Cross Roads | 62 | $311,000 | 1,950 sq ft | 2007 |
| Argyle (address) | 59 | $595,000 | 3,100 sq ft | 2014 |
| Providence Village | 49 | $280,000 | 1,940 sq ft | 2003 |
| Shady Shores | 38 | $611,000 | 2,720 sq ft | 2001 |
| Prosper (address) | 30 | $362,450 | 2,420 sq ft | 2012 |
- Denton: almost half of all sales, with a $375,000 median. See the Denton guide.
- New construction is spread across east Denton, Little Elm, Aubrey and Oak Point.
- Lantana and Savannah are unincorporated master-planned communities with their own water district taxes instead of a city tax.
What Homes Cost in Denton ISD
The median Denton ISD home sold for $399,000 over the past 12 months, and the middle half sold for $327,000 to $510,000.
| Price range | Sales (12 mo.) | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Under $250,000 | 158 | 5% |
| $250,000 to $299,999 | 362 | 11% |
| $300,000 to $399,999 | 1,125 | 35% |
| $400,000 to $499,999 | 733 | 23% |
| $500,000 to $599,999 | 389 | 12% |
| $600,000 to $799,999 | 298 | 9% |
| $800,000 to $999,999 | 83 | 3% |
| $1 million and up | 89 | 3% |
| Built | Sales | Median price | Median size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Before 1960 | 74 | $244,950 | 1,260 sq ft |
| 1960s and 1970s | 197 | $314,900 | 1,700 sq ft |
| 1980s and 1990s | 356 | $383,250 | 2,170 sq ft |
| 2000s | 793 | $365,000 | 2,170 sq ft |
| 2010s | 689 | $400,000 | 2,300 sq ft |
| 2020 to 2024 | 440 | $417,750 | 2,290 sq ft |
| 2025 and 2026 (new) | 688 | $432,000 | 2,460 sq ft |
- New construction: 688 homes built in 2025 or 2026 sold, with a median of $432,000. The biggest communities by sales were Spiritas Ranch (median about $380,000), Sandbrock Ranch ($525,000), Kings Way, Eagle Creek and Stella Hills.
- Under $300,000: 520 homes, about 1 in 6 sales, mostly in Denton, Little Elm and Aubrey.
- HOAs: about 4 in 5 homes sold had a mandatory HOA. Pools: about 1 in 10.
Denton ISD High School Zones
Here's what homes sold for in each high school attendance zone over the past year:
| High school zone | Sales (12 mo.) | Median price | Median size | Typical year built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Braswell High School | 1,176 | $394,495 | 2,350 sq ft | 2020 |
| Denton High School | 793 | $379,000 | 2,030 sq ft | 2005 |
| Guyer High School | 741 | $475,000 | 2,620 sq ft | 2006 |
| Ryan High School | 500 | $364,310 | 2,060 sq ft | 2007 |
The Braswell zone is mostly newer homes; the typical home sold there was built in 2020. Check the exact address with Denton ISD's school boundary lookup. For campus ratings, use txschools.gov.
Denton ISD Property Tax Rate (2026)
Denton ISD's 2026 rate is $1.1528 per $100 of taxable value. These combined rates add the city and Denton County ($0.183394):
| Address | City rate | Combined rate per $100 |
|---|---|---|
| Denton | $0.548485 | about $1.88 |
| Little Elm | $0.549899 | about $1.89 |
| Lantana or Savannah (no city tax) | none | about $1.34 |
Example: a $375,000 home in Denton owes about $7,070 a year before exemptions. The $140,000 school homestead exemption alone takes about $1,610 off that. In Lantana, Savannah and many new communities, ask for the water district or PID rate before you compare. My Texas property tax guide explains exemptions and protests.
How Fast Homes Sell in Denton ISD
- Median time on market: 57 days.
- About 1 in 10 homes sold within a week, and about half took 60 days or more.
- Median sale price was 98.4% of the final asking price and 95.1% of the original asking price.
What I Tell Buyers Looking in Denton ISD
- Confirm the district by address, especially in Little Elm, Aubrey, Corinth and Oak Point.
- Ask about special districts. Many new communities add a MUD, water district or PID tax.
- Use builder competition. With hundreds of new homes for sale, incentives are common. See current builder incentives.
- On new construction, bring your agent on the first visit. See Do I need an agent for new construction?
Fair housing note: this page reports facts about attendance zones, prices and tax rates. It doesn't rank schools or neighborhoods. For school performance, use the state's ratings on txschools.gov and visit the campuses yourself.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What cities are in Denton ISD?
The city of Denton and parts of Little Elm, Aubrey, Corinth, Oak Point, Cross Roads, Providence Village, Shady Shores, Argyle and Prosper mailing areas, plus Lantana and Savannah.
What is the Denton ISD tax rate?
For 2026, Denton ISD's rate is $1.1528 per $100 of taxable value. With the city of Denton and Denton County, the combined rate is about $1.88 per $100 before exemptions.
What high schools are in Denton ISD?
Braswell, Denton, Guyer and Ryan. Over the past year, medians ranged from about $364,000 in the Ryan zone to $475,000 in the Guyer zone.
How much do homes cost in Denton ISD?
The median single-family home in Denton ISD sold for $399,000 over the 12 months ending Nov. 4, 2026, across 3,237 sales. The middle half sold for $327,000 to $510,000.
How do I know if a house is in Denton ISD?
Check the exact address with the district's school boundary lookup or the county appraisal district's property record, which lists the school district. Don't rely on the city name or ZIP code.