Little Elm, Texas

A closer look at life in Little Elm.

Explore the lake, compare homes, and understand the costs and commutes that shape a move.

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A practical guide from North Realty Group
brokered by Compass

Sun setting over the branching shoreline of Lewisville Lake, photographed from an airplane
Lewisville Lake at sunset · Archival aerial, 2015Photo: Famartin / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Cropped for display

The short answer

A lake town. A place to make your own.

Little Elm is a Denton County town on Lewisville Lake in the Dallas–Fort Worth area. The address you choose matters: your commute, school assignment, taxes, and access to the lake can vary.

Start with the place. Then look closely at the details.

62,684Estimated residentsJanuary 1, 2026 · NCTCOGPopulation estimate
About $395KMedian sale priceThree months ending September 2026 · All home typesRedfin market report
172Homes soldSeptember 2026 · RedfinRedfin market report

Market figures describe reported sales, not the value or availability of a particular home.

A street near Main Street in Little Elm, with the town water tower, trees, buildings, and passing cars
Near Main Street, Little Elm · Archival photograph, 2021Photo: BBQNerd / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Cropped for display

A town is more than a list of amenities. Come see how the places connect.

Living here

The lake, the town,
and the daily details.

01

Life by the lake

Lewisville Lake is part of Little Elm’s setting. Explore public lake access, Little Elm Park, and nearby trails as you compare locations.

Explore official visitor information
02

The Lakefront

Places to eat, recreation, and local events come together at The Lakefront. Check current opening information and the calendar when planning a visit.

Visit the Lakefront guide
03

The daily drive

Compare the routes you would use at the times you would actually travel. Two homes in the same city search can lead to very different daily routines.

Before you choose a home

Four details.
A more informed move.

The right questions are specific to an address, a budget, and your everyday routine.

01

Your actual commute

Compare the neighborhood, departure time, route, and toll roads for your routine.

02

The complete cost

Look at taxing entities, HOA dues, insurance estimates, and any special-district taxes or remaining PID assessment.

03

School assignment

Verify the district and campuses for the exact property. A mailing address or search label is not enough.

04

What is included

Separate a builder’s base plan price from an available home, homesite premiums, upgrades, and conditional incentives.

Homes

See what is available.
Then compare the details.

Browse current listings, then bring us the homes or neighborhoods you want to compare.

New construction

Find your starting point.

Selected communities in the Little Elm area. Compare official builder information, available inventory, and the details that affect your decision.

5 communities

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Choose up to 3 communities to compare. No contact information needed.

Spiritas Ranch

Mattamy Homes · First Texas Homes · Pacesetter Homes

A master-planned community with several builders and different single-family home designs.

Valencia on the Lake

First Texas · Beazer · Mattamy

A lakeside community with several builders. Remaining options vary; some builders are selling their final homes.

Lake Pointe at Paloma Creek

Beazer

New single-family homes by Beazer in the Lake Pointe community.

Providence Commons

HistoryMaker Homes

HistoryMaker lists Providence Commons in Providence Village. Check its official page for current new-construction and quick move-in availability.

Check municipal boundaries, school assignment, and taxing entities for the exact property. Prices and availability change.

Sources checked October 24, 2026 to October 29, 2026

Compare at your own pace

Your community shortlist

Put the builder choices, community summaries, and official sources alongside one another.

Use “Add to compare” above to choose up to 3 communities. Your comparison will appear here.

You can compare and open the official sources without giving us your information.

Around town

A few local updates.

Source-checked October 24, 2026

Open

Target near Little Elm

The store at 26550 E. University Drive opened July 26, 2026. Its official mailing address is Aubrey.

Retailer announcement
Open

Kroger Little Elm Marketplace

The store is operating at 26587 E. University Drive.

Store information
Completed segment

US 380 improvements

Denton County marked completion in June 2026 of the segment from Loop 288 to west of County Road 26. Other work can still affect your route.

County announcement

Personal help with your move

Your Little Elm Move Plan

Tell us what you know about your move. We’ll help you narrow the options, identify the costs and questions to check, and decide what to do next.

Delivered by email. A call is your choice.

  • A useful starting point for your budget and timing.
  • Homes or communities to investigate when enough preferences are supplied.
  • Ownership costs to check, with address-specific details when available.
  • Commute considerations and a clear next step.
North Realty GroupIllustrative example

See how a plan comes together.

A useful email connects your priorities with options to explore, costs to check, and a next step.

Read the example before sharing any information.

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Start with what you know.

Let’s make it personal.

Name and email are all you need to begin. The other details help us make the plan more useful.

Add details for my plan Optional
An exact workplace address is not needed.

Share what you know. We can help you work through the rest.

We will use your details to respond by email. A call is optional. No newsletter subscription is added automatically.

The Weekender

A few things worth doing.

A little time outside. Something happening by the lake. A reason to get to know the town.

November 5, 2026

The Weekender: Little Elm, November 7–8

This weekend brings trail miles by the lake, a family author visit, a town-wide tasting night, and several free events a short drive away. Event details can change, so confirm with the organizer before heading out.

  1. One Ale of a Trail

    Saturday, November 7, 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. · Beard Park and the Little Elm Lakefront Trail

    Choose a 3-, 5-, or 9-mile route for a fall trail run with lake views and a relaxed post-race atmosphere. Registration is required, so check availability and race-day instructions before you go.

    Details from the organizer
  2. Meet author Nancy Churnin

    Saturday, November 7, 1:00–2:00 p.m. · Council Chambers at Little Elm Town Hall

    Local children’s author Nancy Churnin visits for a family program featuring Manjhi Moves a Mountain, a true-story-inspired book about perseverance and kindness. Free tickets will be available at the library front desk 30 minutes before the event begins.

    Details from the organizer
  3. The Wobble: Barrels & Bottles

    Saturday, November 7, 5:00–10:00 p.m. · Starts at The Lawn at The Lakefront, 125 Main Street, Little Elm

    The Little Elm Chamber’s traveling tasting event moves guests between five local stops for whiskey, wine, specialty cocktails, appetizers, and transportation. The $85 ticket also includes a souvenir tasting glass and event swag bag.

    Details from the organizer
  4. Bison & Blossoms

    Saturday, November 7, 9:00–11:00 a.m. · Frisco Commons Park, Frisco

    Frisco’s free Arbor Day celebration includes a sapling giveaway, live-animal demonstrations, educational activities, a guided tree tour, and a seed stomp that helps plant native wildflowers and grasses. The event is scheduled to take place rain or shine.

    Details from the organizer
  5. Breakthrough T1D Walk Dallas

    Saturday, November 7, 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. · Stage & Lawn at Grandscape, 5752 Grandscape Boulevard, The Colony

    Families, friends, and teams gather for a morning of music, activities, community, and fundraising in support of type 1 diabetes research, advocacy, and support. Registration or a donation is encouraged.

    Details from the organizer
  6. Chalk the Park

    Saturday, November 7, public event begins at 3:00 p.m. · Kaleidoscope Park, Frisco

    Professional artists, students, local artists, and community members transform the park into a temporary open-air chalk gallery. Visitors can meet artists, take photos, enjoy hands-on activities, and vote in the People’s Choice competition.

    Details from the organizer
  7. Dallas Game Day

    Sunday, November 8, 12:00–2:00 p.m. · Corona Stage & Lawn at Grandscape, The Colony

    Catch the game free on Grandscape’s giant outdoor screen. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, grab something to eat nearby, and settle in for an easy Sunday afternoon.

    Details from the organizer

Start with the official calendar.

See current dates, locations, and registration details directly from the local organizers.

Explore Lakefront events

Past The Weekender editions

Common questions

Little Elm,
answered.

A useful place to begin.
Ask us about the details of your move.

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Is Little Elm on Lewisville Lake?

Yes. Little Elm is on Lewisville Lake in Denton County. Public access, nearby trails, and the distance from a particular home to the water vary, so compare actual locations.

What should I budget for a home?

Start with current listings and a complete cost comparison. The market snapshot describes reported sales across a defined period. It does not establish the price of a particular home. For new construction, check whether a quoted price is a base plan or an available home.

What are property taxes like?

The amount depends on the property’s taxing jurisdictions, taxable values, and applicable exemptions. Some properties also have special-district taxes or PID assessments. Check the exact address and any remaining assessment before comparing ownership costs.

Which school districts serve Little Elm?

Little Elm ISD, Frisco ISD, and Denton ISD serve different parts of Little Elm. Verify the district and campuses directly for a specific property. Nearby communities can have different assignments.

Do I need a call to receive a Move Plan?

No. We can work through email. You can request a call if a conversation would be useful. Any scheduling option is separate from receiving the plan.

Can I browse without giving you my information?

Yes. The guide, source links, community information, and events are available to read. You choose whether to request personal help or subscribe to the Weekender. The separate property-search site may have its own registration settings.

Illustrative example

A sample Move Plan

A worked example of the format, using general planning questions. Your own plan would reflect the details you choose to share.

01

Your priorities

Budget and timing
Still to confirm. Start with a comfortable range and when a move might make sense.
Home interests
Decide whether to explore existing homes, new construction, or both.
Daily routine
List the places you travel to regularly and the details that matter in your next home.
02

Options to compare

Begin with homes or communities you want to investigate. For each option, record what matches your priorities and which questions remain open.

A useful first step when preferences are still open: compare the questions you would ask about an existing home with those you would ask a builder. Check current availability directly before choosing properties.

03

Costs and practical checks

  • Your actual commute

    Compare the neighborhood, departure time, route, and toll roads for your routine.

  • The complete cost

    Look at taxing entities, HOA dues, insurance estimates, and any special-district taxes or remaining PID assessment.

  • School assignment

    Verify the district and campuses for the exact property. A mailing address or search label is not enough.

  • What is included

    Separate a builder’s base plan price from an available home, homesite premiums, upgrades, and conditional incentives.

04

Your next steps

  1. Choose a few options to investigate using your stated priorities.
  2. Collect the property details and source information needed for a useful comparison.
  3. Share the question that would most help you decide what to do next.

These are example planning steps. A call is optional; the conversation can stay in email.