Melissa, Texas Real Estate
The Milstead Team helps buyers, sellers, and land owners in Melissa, Texas, one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Based next door in McKinney, our family has sold North Texas real estate for four generations. We know Melissa’s established neighborhoods, its new-construction communities, and the land around it, including property in Melissa’s ETJ.
Why People Are Moving to Melissa
Melissa has grown quickly while keeping its small-town feel. In U.S. Census Bureau estimates for mid-2024 to mid-2025, Melissa ranked among the five fastest-growing U.S. cities with 20,000+ residents. Buyers choose Melissa for:
Melissa ISD, one of the biggest draws for families moving to the area
A central location where US-75 and SH-121 meet, with quick access to McKinney, Allen, Frisco, and Dallas
Everyday conveniences close by, including shopping, dining, and the area’s newer retail
A mix of housing, from established neighborhoods to brand-new construction
Land and development opportunities in and around Melissa’s ETJ
Homes and Land in Melissa
Established neighborhoods: Melissa’s established communities offer mature trees, community amenities, and homes ready to move into, often at a better value than new construction. To name a couple, North Creek is ranked as one of the top master-planned communities in Melissa for overall livability, with the resort-style pool, fitness center, and the convenience of having an on-site elementary school being big wins. Liberty is a neighborhood that is reviewed as one of the preferred communities as well;dability people brag about the safety, cleanliness, and affordability of the neighborhood, all while keeping it’s “front porch philosophy”.
New construction: Builders continue to add new communities across Melissa. We help buyers compare builders, lots, incentives, and upgrades, and we represent you, not the builder.
Land and development property: Land near Melissa, especially in the ETJ, attracts buyers looking for acreage, homesites, or long-term investment. These properties come with questions about utilities, zoning, ag exemptions, and future annexation, and we help you work through each one.
Buying and Selling in Melissa
Whether you’re buying your first home, moving for Melissa ISD, or selling a home you’ve outgrown, we guide you through every step, from pricing and marketing to negotiation and closing.
Why Work With The Milstead Team in Melissa
Four generations in North Texas real estate, with deep roots in Collin County
Experience with homes and land in Melissa, including established neighborhoods and ETJ acreage
Proven results: Holly Milstead has helped more than 2,000 families and has been named a D Magazine Top Real Estate Agent for 13 consecutive years
Local knowledge plus modern marketing, from Holly’s decades of experience to Morgan’s digital-first approach
Melissa Real Estate FAQ
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Melissa combines a small-town feel with fast growth, a well-regarded school district, and easy access to US-75 and SH-121. It’s popular with families, first-time buyers, and people relocating to North Texas.
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Melissa’s ZIP code is 75454.
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Most of Melissa is served by Melissa ISD. Properties near the city’s edges may fall in neighboring districts, so always confirm the school district for a specific address.
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Yes. Land around Melissa, including property in the city’s ETJ, is available for homesites, acreage, and development. Buyers should review utilities, zoning, ag exemptions, and potential annexation before purchasing.
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Yes. Melissa ranked among the five fastest-growing U.S. cities with 20,000 or more residents in U.S. Census Bureau estimates for mid-2024 to mid-2025.
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Yes. The Milstead Team is based in neighboring McKinney and regularly helps buyers, sellers, and landowners in Melissa.
Ready to Buy or Sell in Melissa?
📞 (214) 544-7653 · ✉️ info@themilsteadteam.com