Allen · Buying a Home
Buying a home in Allen
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Buying a home in Allen
Buying a home in Allen trades distance for convenience. Allen sits right on US 75 next to Plano, so the drive to Dallas is shorter than from the towns further north. Parks, entertainment, restaurants and Allen Premium Outlets are all close by.
Sixty years of homes
Allen's homes were built from the 1960s to today, so two listings can be very different purchases. An older home may need updates and a close look at its systems; a newer one won't. With little land left, most new construction now is townhomes. I'll help you weigh the house against the location, and we'll plan the inspection accordingly. See how I help you buy.
What you're trading
You give up newer single-family construction and pay a higher price for the location. If new matters more than the commute, compare McKinney just north.
Next step
Get in touch or call (469) 693-3839. More on Allen neighborhoods, or go back home.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old are homes in Allen?
They range from the 1960s to today.
Is there new construction in Allen?
Mostly townhomes, since little land is left.
What school district is Allen in?
Allen ISD.
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What buying a home looks like in Allen
Homes from the 1960s to today on US 75 next to Plano, with Allen Premium Outlets and a big football tradition.
- The homes
- Built from the 1960s to today. With little land left and prices up, most new construction now is townhomes.
- Getting around
- Right on US 75 and next to Plano, so the commute to Dallas is shorter than from further north.
- Nearby
- Lots of amenities: parks, entertainment and restaurants, plus Allen Premium Outlets. Allen is known for its high school football program and its very large stadium.
- The trade-off
- Buyers give up newer single-family construction and pay a higher price point.
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