Voted "Best Place to Live in America." Historic downtown charm meets rapid suburban growth.
McKinney was named the "Best Place to Live in America" by Money magazine, and the reasons are easy to see. A beautifully preserved historic downtown square with locally owned restaurants and boutiques sits at the heart of a city that has grown from a quiet farming community into one of DFW's most desirable suburbs. The population has surged past 200,000 as families and young professionals discover what longtime residents already know: McKinney offers small-town character with big-city access.
McKinney ISD is one of the top-rated school districts in Collin County, making the city a magnet for families with children. The Craig Ranch community has brought mixed-use development, a TPC golf course, and corporate employers to the area. At an average one-bedroom rent of $1,350 per month, McKinney delivers a lower price point than neighboring Frisco or Plano while offering comparable amenities and school quality.
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