Kelly Pearson has been the #1 listing and selling agent in Allen's StarCreek for nine consecutive years, with 130+ StarCreek homes sold and 772+ closings since 2010. Kelly Pearson Realty Group helps buyers and sellers in Painted Tree with new construction and resale homes. This guide covers Painted Tree's three districts, its eight builders, current prices, HOA dues and McKinney ISD schools, so you can compare new construction and resale homes with real numbers.
Painted Tree is one of the most distinctive and fastest-growing master-planned communities in North Texas-a 1,100-acre nature-first development in McKinney, Texas built around the conviction that the best communities keep residents connected to the outdoors. Located 30 miles north of Dallas just west of US-75 near Highway 380, Painted Tree has quickly earned recognition among the nation's top-selling master-planned communities by delivering something genuinely different: a neighborhood that feels less like a subdivision and more like a state park with great houses in it.
The community is organized into three distinct districts-the Lakeside District, the Woodland District, and the Village District-each shaped by the natural character of the land beneath it. The Lakeside District wraps around a 20-acre fish-stocked lake and centers on water-facing amenities and views. The Woodland District puts residents in the heart of the community's 200 acres of preserved forest and prairie, with direct access to single-track mountain bike trails and wooded pathways. The Village District offers townhome and attached living options in a more connected, walkable setting. Together, the three districts form a coherent community where every home is within reach of trails, parks, and gathering spaces.
Painted Tree is actively developed with new construction available from a curated lineup of award-winning builders. Homes range from the mid $300,000s for townhomes to $1 million and above for larger single-family residences on premium lots. The community is zoned entirely to McKinney Independent School District, which earned an overall A rating from Niche.com. Painted Tree's national recognition, paired with McKinney's reputation as one of the best cities in America, makes this one of the most compelling new community addresses in the DFW metroplex.
Buying new construction in a community that is still building out is different from buying a resale. You are choosing a builder, a lot, a floor plan and a list of upgrades, and each choice changes what the home is worth later. Kelly Pearson has closed 772+ transactions since 2010, and her team works with buyers and sellers across McKinney's master-planned communities.
As your buyer's agent in Painted Tree, Kelly represents you through the builder's sales process. Builders often cover the buyer's agent fee, but confirm how the builder handles agent compensation before you sign anything. Kelly can help you with:
Painted Tree attracts buyers who prioritize lifestyle, nature, and community character as much as square footage and finishes. Families with young children are drawn to the combination of McKinney ISD's A-rated schools, the on-site Montessori option, and the sheer variety of outdoor programming that keeps kids active and engaged. Active adults and outdoor enthusiasts choose Painted Tree specifically for the trail network - 25 miles of greenways, nature paths, and mountain bike tracks that put serious outdoor recreation within steps of the front door.
The community also draws remote workers and professionals who want a residential setting with genuine natural character - not just a few ornamental trees between houses, but 200 acres of preserved open space woven through the fabric of daily life. The three-district structure gives buyers meaningful choices about how they want to live: lakeside, woodside, or in a more connected village setting. That flexibility makes Painted Tree unusually well-suited to a wide range of buyers within a single master plan.
The community's event culture reinforces its identity. A dedicated community park ranger organizes resident-only events throughout the year. The Outpost - a National Park-inspired outdoor gathering venue - hosts concerts, food truck gatherings, and seasonal celebrations that give Painted Tree a social energy that most new communities take years to develop. This is a neighborhood where residents show up for each other, not just for the amenities.
Painted Tree's amenity program is built around one organizing principle: get people outside. Every feature in the community - from the trail network to the gathering hubs to the 20-acre lake - is designed to make outdoor living the default mode, not the exception. The result is an amenity package unlike anything else currently being built in North Texas.
Painted Tree is zoned entirely to McKinney Independent School District - one of Collin County's most respected public school systems, earning an overall A rating from Niche.com. McKinney ISD serves a diverse and rapidly growing student population across more than 50 campuses, with a consistent emphasis on academic rigor, fine arts, athletics, and preparing students for college and career success.
The district offers one of the state's most distinguished arts programs, reflecting McKinney's broader identity as a culturally rich city with deep roots in creativity and community. For families drawn to the intersection of academic excellence and arts programming, McKinney ISD is a compelling choice.
An on-site Montessori school within Painted Tree adds a private early-childhood education option directly within the community - a rare convenience that eliminates long commutes for young families in their children's earliest years. The community's proximity to Collin County Community College and the new University of North Texas Frisco campus further enhances the educational ecosystem available to Painted Tree residents of all ages.
Specific school assignments within Painted Tree vary by address and district boundary. Buyers should confirm their school assignment with Kelly Pearson Realty Group prior to contract.
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Painted Tree is located in McKinney, Texas 75071, positioned just north of Highway 380 (University Drive) and west of US-75 (Central Expressway) - one of the most accessible corridors in north Collin County. The community sits approximately 30 miles north of downtown Dallas, with quick access to both the US-75 employment corridor and the SH-121/Dallas North Tollway axis that connects residents to Frisco, Allen, Plano, and DFW International Airport.
Painted Tree's three-district structure gives the community a depth of residential variety that most single master plans cannot match. Each district has its own identity, its own curated builder lineup, and its own relationship to the natural landscape. That structure also means buyers can choose the living experience that fits their lifestyle - lakeside serenity, woodland immersion, or walkable village energy.
The Lakeside District wraps around Painted Tree's 20-acre fish-stocked lake, positioning homes for water views and direct access to lakeside trails and gathering spaces. This is the community's premium setting. Builders active in the Lakeside District include Southgate Homes (50- and 60-foot series), Centre Living Homes, Coventry Homes, Normandy Homes, and Highland Homes. Single-family homes range from approximately 2,400 to 4,400 square feet, with pricing from the mid $500,000s to over $1 million on premium lakeside lots.
The Woodland District sits in the heart of Painted Tree's preserved forest and prairie, giving residents direct trail access and a landscape-immersed setting. Homes here border the community's single-track mountain bike paths and wooded greenways. Builders include Normandy Homes, CB JENI Homes (townhomes), Drees Custom Homes, and Trophy Signature Homes. Pricing in the Woodland District ranges from the mid $300,000s for townhomes to the upper $700,000s and beyond for larger single-family residences.
The Village District offers townhome and attached-living options in a more connected, walkable layout - ideal for buyers seeking a lower-maintenance lifestyle within the full Painted Tree amenity ecosystem. CB JENI Homes is the primary builder in the Village District, offering two- and three-bedroom townhomes with access to the community's full trail network, pools, and gathering spaces. Townhome pricing starts in the mid $300,000s.
Across all three districts, Painted Tree homes feature modern architectural styles with open-concept floor plans, energy-efficient construction, and flexible spaces designed for how families actually live today. The community's national ranking reflects consistent sales velocity and strong demand from buyers who have seen what Painted Tree offers and recognized something genuinely different from the typical North Texas master plan.
Painted Tree is located in McKinney, TX 75071 in Collin County, just north of Highway 380 and west of US-75. The community is approximately 30 miles north of downtown Dallas, with quick access to major employment corridors in Frisco, Plano, and the broader DFW metroplex.
Painted Tree is zoned to McKinney Independent School District, which earned an overall A rating from Niche.com. The community also has an on-site Montessori school for early-childhood education. School assignments vary by address within the community - buyers should confirm with Kelly Pearson Realty Group prior to contract.
Kelly Pearson Realty Group helps buyers and sellers in Painted Tree, including new construction purchases through the builder's sales process. Kelly Pearson has closed 772+ transactions since 2010 and has been the #1 listing and selling agent in Allen's StarCreek for nine consecutive years. Call or text 469-631-5893.
Painted Tree is planned for approximately 3,400 homes at full build-out across its three districts. The community is currently in active development, with multiple builders selling new construction homes. The community entered its final phase of development in late 2025.
Painted Tree is organized into three distinct districts: the Lakeside District (centered on the 20-acre lake, with single-family homes on 50- and 60-foot lots), the Woodland District (bordered by preserved forest and mountain bike trails, with single-family homes and townhomes), and the Village District (townhome and attached-living options in a walkable layout). Each district has its own builder lineup and price range.
Painted Tree home prices range from the mid $300,000s for townhomes in the Village and Woodland Districts to $1 million and above for larger single-family homes on premium lakeside lots. Most single-family new construction is priced from the mid $500,000s to the upper $700,000s depending on builder, floor plan, lot position, and upgrades.
Active builders in Painted Tree include Southgate Homes, Normandy Homes, Coventry Homes, Trophy Signature Homes, Highland Homes, Drees Custom Homes, Centre Living Homes, and CB JENI Homes (townhomes). Each builder is assigned to specific districts and lot series within the community.
Yes. Painted Tree has been recognized among the top-selling master-planned communities in the United States in multiple 2025 industry rankings, including recognition by RCLCO, one of the leading real estate analytics firms in the country. Its combination of nature-first design, strong builder lineup, McKinney ISD schools, and competitive pricing has driven consistent sales velocity since opening.
Painted Tree HOA dues are about $270 per quarter, according to Homes.com. The dues support the community's pools, trails, parks and common areas.
The median sale price in Painted Tree was $610,000 over the last 12 months, according to Homes.com (September 2026). Townhomes start in the mid $300,000s, and larger homes on premium lakeside lots can pass $1 million.
Painted Tree homes had a median of 74 days on market over the last 12 months, according to Homes.com (September 2026). Resale homes compete with builder inventory in the same community, which is one reason homes here take longer to sell than in older, built-out neighborhoods.
Painted Tree has recorded 574 sales and is planned for about 3,400 homes, according to Homes.com. It is zoned to McKinney ISD and sits about 3 miles north of downtown McKinney, west of US 75. Because builders are still selling new homes, resale values depend heavily on lot, district and upgrades.
Painted Tree covers about 1,100 acres with 200 acres of open space, while Trinity Falls is about 2,000 acres with 450 acres of open space. Painted Tree's median sale price was $610,000 over the last 12 months (Homes.com). Trinity Falls sits in the McKinney ETJ with MUD taxes, so compare the full tax rate on any two homes. See the Trinity Falls guide.
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