# Carrollton, Texas

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- Published: 2026-10-09T08:38:34-05:00
- Author: Hernan Romero

HomeCommunitiesCarrollton Dallas, Denton, and Collin counties · North of Dallas Carrollton, Texas A three-county suburb northwest of Dallas with a historic downtown square, a well-known Korean dining district on Old Denton Road, nature preserves, and DART, Silver Line, and A-train service. Read the Carrollton local guideTalk with an agent Photo: Michael Barera, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons On this pageCarrollton at a glanceAreas to exploreHousing marketParks & things to doDining, shopping & cultureGetting aroundSchoolsFAQLocal guide & nearbySources Carrollton at a glanceCarrollton spans parts of Dallas, Denton, and Collin counties northwest of Dallas. Its historic downtown square hosts a farmers market and sits next to a busy rail hub, and the Old Denton Road corridor has become known as a Korean dining and shopping district.With DART’s Green Line, the Silver Line, and a connection to DCTA’s A-train, Carrollton has more rail options than most North Texas suburbs. CountiesDallas, Denton, and CollinRegionNorth of DallasMajor roadsI-35E, President George Bush Turnpike, SH 121, Dallas North Tollway nearbyRailDART Green Line (Downtown Carrollton, Trinity Mills), Silver Line (Downtown Carrollton), DCTA A-train from Trinity MillsSchool districtsCarrollton-Farmers Branch ISD, Lewisville ISD, and Dallas ISD (by address) Areas to exploreHistoric Downtown CarrolltonThe original town square with local shops, restaurants, a farmers market, and the Downtown Carrollton rail station.Old Denton Road corridorAn area known for Korean restaurants, bakeries, and markets, often called Koreatown Carrollton.Around Trinity Mills StationHomes and apartments near the transfer point between DART’s Green Line and the DCTA A-train.Near Josey Ranch LakeNeighborhoods around the lake park, library, and recreation facilities.North CarrolltonAreas in the Denton and Collin County parts of the city, often served by Lewisville ISD. Housing market Market data: August 2026Page reviewed: October 2026Typical home value · August 2026$400,642Down 1.8% from August 2025 ($408,140)Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) for the city of Carrollton: a model estimate of the typical home value for single-family homes and condos in the middle third of values, smoothed and seasonally adjusted. It is not a median sale price or list price. Source: Zillow Research data.Carrollton offers a wide range: established single-family neighborhoods, newer homes in the northern part of the city, townhomes, and apartments near the rail stations and downtown. Because the city spans three counties and three school districts, property taxes and school assignments can change from one neighborhood to the next. Confirm both for every address. Parks, recreation & things to doIn CarrolltonHistoric Downtown Carrollton — The town square, with local shops and restaurants and a seasonal farmers market.In CarrolltonElm Fork Nature Preserve — About 40 acres of never-clear-cut woodland given to the city in 1986, with the Elm Fork Nature Center at McInnish Sports Complex. Trails are free and open dawn to dusk.In CarrolltonJosey Ranch Lake Park — A lake park with walking paths near the library and city recreation facilities.In CarrolltonIndian Creek Golf Club — A public golf facility in the city. Dining, shopping & cultureCarrollton’s dining is a big part of its reputation.In CarrolltonOld Denton Road Korean district — Korean restaurants, bakeries, cafes, and grocery stores along and near Old Denton Road.In CarrolltonDowntown Carrollton square — Local restaurants around the historic square and rail station.Nearby · AddisonAddison’s Belt Line Road — A dense restaurant corridor a short drive southeast. Getting aroundI-35E runs through the western side of the city, and the President George Bush Turnpike and SH 121 cross it.DART’s Green Line stops at Downtown Carrollton and Trinity Mills. At Trinity Mills, riders can transfer to DCTA’s A-train toward Lewisville and Denton.The Silver Line, opened in October 2025, stops at Downtown Carrollton and connects east to Addison, Richardson, and Plano and west to DFW Airport. SchoolsCarrollton is served by Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD, Lewisville ISD, and Dallas ISD, depending on the address. Confirm the district and campus assignments for each property.Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISDLewisville ISDDallas ISDSchool assignments depend on the exact property address and can change. Confirm the district and assigned campuses with the district before you make an offer or sign a lease. Frequently asked questionsWhat rail lines serve Carrollton?DART’s Green Line (Downtown Carrollton and Trinity Mills), the Silver Line (Downtown Carrollton), and DCTA’s A-train, which starts at Trinity Mills.Which school district serves Carrollton?Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD, Lewisville ISD, or Dallas ISD, depending on the address. Always confirm.Is Carrollton in Dallas County?Parts of it. The city spans Dallas, Denton, and Collin counties.What is Koreatown Carrollton?A cluster of Korean restaurants, bakeries, and markets along and near Old Denton Road. Keep exploring Local guideLiving in Carrollton, Texas: Downtown, Koreatown, and Rail ConnectionsA three-county city with a historic square, a Korean dining district, and three rail lines. Nearby communityFarmers BranchA central inner-ring suburb with 28 parks and a 27-acre historical park. Nearby communityAddisonA compact town known for restaurants, big outdoor events, and a new Silver Line station. Nearby communityCoppellA residential suburb next to DFW Airport with Old Town and large parks. Nearby communityLewisvilleOld Town, Lewisville Lake, a 2,600-acre nature area, and A-train rail. DirectoryAll 30 DFW communitiesCompare areas by region across Dallas–Fort Worth. Planning a move? Start with our home buying guide, home selling guide, or rental guide. SourcesCity of CarrolltonCity of Carrollton: Elm Fork Nature PreserveDART: Silver LineCity of Carrollton: Natural AreasDCTA: A-trainWikipedia: Carrollton, TexasCarrollton-Farmers Branch ISDLewisville ISDZillow Research: Zillow Home Value Index (city-level, all homes, mid-tier, smoothed and seasonally adjusted), August 2026 Information is provided for general guidance and was reviewed in October 2026. Attractions, businesses, transit service, and school boundaries change; confirm details with the official sources linked above. Clever Realtors is a virtual brokerage serving Dallas–Fort Worth. 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