Homes in Melissa ISD: Prices, Cities, Schools & Taxes (2026)
By Brent Reiter, REALTOR® · Last updated November 4, 2026
Melissa ISD covers the city of Melissa and a slice of far north McKinney along U.S. 75 in Collin County. Below is what 460 single-family homes in Melissa ISD sold for over the past year, with the 2026 tax numbers.
North McKinney is split among Melissa, McKinney and Prosper ISDs, so confirm the district for the exact address before you make an offer.
At a Glance
- Median sale price
- $449,940 (460 sales, past 12 months)
- Middle half of sales
- $385,000 to $540,000
- Sold under $300,000
- About 1 in 20 (22 homes)
- Median days on market
- 57
- Sale price vs. final asking price
- 98.4% (median)
- New construction
- 123 homes built in 2025 or 2026 (27% of sales)
- High school
- Melissa High School
- District tax rate (2026)
- $1.2008 per $100
My analysis of NTREIS MLS single-family sales in Melissa ISD closed Nov. 4, 2025 to Nov. 4, 2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Which Cities Are in Melissa ISD?
| City | Sales (12 mo.) | Median price | Median size | Typical year built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa | 404 | $440,000 | 2,480 sq ft | 2020 |
| McKinney | 54 | $535,000 | 2,740 sq ft | 2022 |
- Melissa: almost 9 in 10 sales, mostly homes built since 2010, with a $440,000 median.
- North McKinney: newer, larger homes, with a $535,000 median.
What Homes Cost in Melissa ISD
The median Melissa ISD home sold for $449,940 over the past 12 months, and the middle half sold for $385,000 to $540,000.
| Price range | Sales (12 mo.) | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Under $250,000 | 1 | under 1% |
| $250,000 to $299,999 | 21 | 5% |
| $300,000 to $399,999 | 116 | 25% |
| $400,000 to $499,999 | 172 | 37% |
| $500,000 to $599,999 | 77 | 17% |
| $600,000 to $799,999 | 53 | 12% |
| $800,000 to $999,999 | 11 | 2% |
| $1 million and up | 9 | 2% |
| Built | Sales | Median price | Median size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s and 1990s | 15 | $692,000 | 2,840 sq ft |
| 2000s | 50 | $367,000 | 2,190 sq ft |
| 2010s | 143 | $440,000 | 2,520 sq ft |
| 2020 to 2024 | 127 | $442,500 | 2,480 sq ft |
| 2025 and 2026 (new) | 123 | $485,000 | 2,650 sq ft |
- New construction: 123 homes built in 2025 or 2026 sold, with a $485,000 median, in communities like Meadow Park ($415,000), Brookfield, Meadow Run, Liberty and Willow Wood.
- HOAs: almost every home sold had a mandatory HOA. Pools: fewer than 1 in 10.
Melissa ISD Schools
Melissa ISD has one high school, Melissa High School, so every home in the district is zoned to it. Here's what homes sold for by middle school zone:
| Middle school zone | Sales (12 mo.) | Median price | Median size | Typical year built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Middle School | 371 | $449,999 | 2,520 sq ft | 2021 |
| East Cardinal Middle School | 80 | $435,450 | 2,420 sq ft | 2018 |
Melissa ISD is growing fast, so check the exact address with the district. For campus ratings, use txschools.gov.
Melissa ISD Property Tax Rate (2026)
Melissa ISD's 2026 rate is $1.2008 per $100 of taxable value. These combined rates add the city, Collin County ($0.151414) and Collin College ($0.08122):
| Address | City rate | Combined rate per $100 |
|---|---|---|
| Melissa | $0.454116 | about $1.89 |
| McKinney | $0.412284 | about $1.85 |
Example: a $450,000 home in Melissa owes about $8,490 a year before exemptions. The $140,000 school homestead exemption alone takes about $1,680 off that. Some new communities add a PID or MUD tax, so ask for the full rate. My Texas property tax guide explains exemptions and protests.
How Fast Homes Sell in Melissa 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 94.9% of the original asking price.
- Room to negotiate: homes sold for a median of about 95% of their original asking price.
What I Tell Buyers Looking in Melissa ISD
- Confirm the district by address, especially in north McKinney.
- Ask about PIDs and MUDs in new communities.
- Negotiate. Fewer than 1 in 10 homes sold within a week.
- 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.
Thinking about buying or selling in Fort Worth? I was born and raised here, and I help buyers and sellers across DFW from my office in the Mid-Cities. Call or text anytime, no pressure.
Brent Reiter, REALTOR®
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Frequently Asked Questions
What cities are in Melissa ISD?
The city of Melissa and a slice of far north McKinney.
What is the Melissa ISD tax rate?
For 2026, Melissa ISD's rate is $1.2008 per $100 of taxable value. With the city of Melissa, Collin County and Collin College, the combined rate is about $1.89 per $100 before exemptions and any PID or MUD tax.
How much do homes cost in Melissa ISD?
The median single-family home in Melissa ISD sold for $449,940 over the 12 months ending Nov. 4, 2026, across 460 sales. The middle half sold for $385,000 to $540,000.
How do I know if a house is in Melissa 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.