Allen, TX is located between the cities of McKinney and Plano north of Dallas and is another North Texas city that is experiencing fast growth. The city can be easily accessed with Hwy 75 running through the middle and Hwy 121 bordering along the top. Allen is known for nationally recognized schools, environmentally conscience neighborhoods, outdoor parks, wholesome community atmosphere, and much more.
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If you’re considering homes for sale in Allen, Texas, keep family and safety in mind. For the second year in a row, Allen has been ranked among the 10 safest cities in the US! This ranking is based on a City Crime Rankings study published by CQ Press and is for cities with a population over 75,000. The report also lists Allen as the safest city in Texas. Allen was also ranked in 2009 by Forbes.com as one of America’s 25 Best Places to Move.
Three public school districts serve Allen residents:
Fifteen Allen ISD campuses were rated as Exemplary and four earned a Recognized rating under the accountability standards set by the Texas Education Agency in 2009. Allen is also home to a Collin County Community College campus.
Attractions:
- Allen Event Center – 188,000 sq ft facility with 8,100 seats, 26 suites, and two full size ice rinks! Will host concerts, trade shows, sporting events, and more!
- Allen Premium Outlets – 100 outlet stores including Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Calvin Klein, Coach, Kenneth Cole, and Neiman Marcus
- Parks & Trails
- Watters Creek – a unique, resort-style mixed-use area with numerous retail locations, living areas, and a variety of dining locations among lavish landscaping, cascading waterfalls, and a running creek.
- The Village at Allen – Allen’s newest collection of restaurants, shops, and services as well as home to the Allen Event Center, parks, bike trails, and Canine Commons dog park!
Cultural:
- Arts of Collin County – 124 acre arts park where visitors can “enjoy the diversity and vitality of the arts.” Located within the City of Allen, currently a project being developed as a public-private collaboration between the Cities of Allen, Frisco, and Plano, Texas. Be sure to check out the virtual tour…
- Allen Arts Alliance
Sports:
- Allen Americans hockey team
- Chase Oaks Golf Club – near the edge of Allen and Plano
Have a specific question about Allen?
Demographic Data for Allen, TX: North Central Texas Council of Governments
Local property tax info for the City of Allen can be found here: http://www.cityofallen.org/departments/finance/tax_information/
Crime statistics for Allen, TX can be found on the city web site: http://www.cityofallen.org/departments/police/crimestats/
Need help with a down payment or closing costs? Find out more about the down payment assistance programs offered by the City of Allen.
Click here to see homes in Allen, TX for sale (Allen MLS listings)
Fun fact: the first train robbery in Texas took place in Allen!
For city & community resources, shopping info, groups, & more, check out Allen Online. Need more information? As local REALTORS©, we are here to help you with your Allen home search!
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