McKinney, Texas
Ridgecrest homes: newer than most, finished and settled
Mostly two-story brick homes built 2004 to 2011, with offices, game rooms and media rooms, near US 380.
Living in Ridgecrest
Ridgecrest homes sit in a sweet spot a lot of buyers are looking for: newer than the 1980s and 1990s neighborhoods, but finished, settled and past the construction phase. The community was built from 2004 to 2011, and every lot has been built on for years.
You notice two things when you drive in. First, the ground isn't flat. Ridgecrest has some real roll to it. Second, every home has a front-entry garage. People pull into the driveway instead of an alley, and that means you see your neighbors coming and going and actually get to know them.
It's on the McKinney side close to US 380, with restaurants and entertainment nearby.
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How I help buyers and sellers in Ridgecrest
The buyer I see most in Ridgecrest is a move-up buyer. They want more room, but they don't want a construction zone out the back window or a neighborhood that won't be finished for years. Ridgecrest answers that. Most of these buyers are also selling a first home, so I build one plan for both moves. Read more about trading up into Ridgecrest.
For sellers, the floor plans are the selling point. Offices, game rooms and media rooms are exactly what today's buyers ask for, and I make sure the photography, the drone photos and the listing video show them off. I start building buyer interest before the home goes live. Here's how I sell a Ridgecrest home.
Ridgecrest homes and builders
Ridgecrest consists of traditional North Texas brick homes, mostly two-story. Builders include Highland and Drees. Most homes have:
- a home office
- a game room
- a media room
- a front-entry garage
That combination is why Ridgecrest homes work so well for buyers who need space for a home office and room for everyone to spread out on the weekend.
The trade-off is the same one every resale neighborhood carries against new construction. You give up builder incentives, and these homes aren't as energy efficient as a brand-new build. If those matter more to you, Painted Tree is the new-construction option close by. If you'd rather go older with bigger trees and a wider price range, look at Stonebridge Ranch.
Selling? Start with what your Ridgecrest home is worth today.
Ridgecrest schools
Ridgecrest is zoned to McKinney ISD:
- McClure Elementary
- Cockrill Middle School
- McKinney North High School
Zoning can change over time, so I confirm it for the specific address before you write an offer.
Pool, dog park and the holiday calendar
Ridgecrest has the amenities you'd want in a neighborhood this size:
- a community pool
- a playground
- greenbelts
- a dog park
- a large green space for games and social events
The social committee is active, and the holidays are when it shows. It's the kind of neighborhood where people know each other's names.
Talk to me about Ridgecrest homes
If Ridgecrest homes are on your list, or you own one and you're wondering what it would sell for, let's talk. I'll tell you what I'm seeing and what I'd do. Get in touch or call me at (469) 693-3839. You can also start at my home page.
Frequently Asked Questions
When were Ridgecrest homes built?
Between 2004 and 2011. The neighborhood is finished and established, so there's no new construction going on around you.
Who built the homes in Ridgecrest?
Builders include Highland and Drees. Most homes are two-story brick with an office, a game room and a media room.
What schools is Ridgecrest zoned to?
Ridgecrest is zoned to McKinney ISD: McClure Elementary, Cockrill Middle School and McKinney North High School. Zoning can change, so I check it for the specific address.
Does Ridgecrest have a pool?
Yes. There's a community pool, a playground, greenbelts, a dog park and a large green space for games and social events.
Ridgecrest
Ridgecrest at a glance
- The homes
- Traditional North Texas style, mostly two-story brick, built 2004 to 2011 by builders including Highland and Drees. Most homes have an office, a game room and a media room. The land has some roll to it rather than being flat, and the homes all have front-entry garages.
- Why people choose it
- Usually move-up buyers who want a home that is newer but not brand new, in a neighborhood that is already established. Amenities include a community pool, playground, greenbelts, a dog park and a large green space for games and social events. The social committee is active, with lots going on around the holidays.
- Schools
- McKinney ISD: McClure Elementary, Cockrill Middle School and McKinney North High School.
- Getting around
- Close to Highway 380 for easy access.
- Nearby
- Many restaurants and entertainment options close by.
- The trade-off
- Buying in Ridgecrest means giving up new construction and builder incentives, and the homes are not as energy efficient as new builds.
The method
How I do it in Ridgecrest
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