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Allen vs Allen North

Two popular TX suburbs of Dallas, side by side. Here's how they compare on the metrics that matter most to families.

School rating
9/10
9/10
Commute to Dallas
35 min
34 min
Median home price
$497K
$540K
Annual property tax
$9K
$10K
Walk score
35
18
Density
suburban
suburban

Summary: Allen leads in 3 of 6 metrics. It edges out on median home price, annual property tax, walk score. The best choice depends on your family's priorities.

Character & vibe

Allen

Allen ISD is one of the top districts in Texas. The Allen Eagle Stadium (largest high school stadium in the world) symbolizes how seriously this community takes its schools. Very family-oriented.

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Allen North

Northern Allen with Allen ISD — home of Eagle Stadium, the most expensive high school stadium in the US when built. Allen consistently ranks top-10 in Texas school performance. Growing new construction north toward Fairview. The Allen Premium Outlets anchor retail.

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Who should pick which?

Pick Allen if you...

  • ·Need to keep your home budget in check
  • ·Value walkability and a pedestrian-friendly downtown
  • ·Want lower annual property taxes

Pick Allen North if you...

  • ·Want the shortest commute to Dallas
  • ·Drawn to the top-schools character

Still deciding?

Burbia scores both Allen and Allen North — and every other town in the Dallas–Fort Worth Area — based on your specific commute, budget, and priorities. Not a generic list.

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