Forney at a glance
Forney is in northwestern Kaufman County, about 20 miles east of downtown Dallas on US-80. The Texas Legislature named it the “Antique Capital of Texas,” and antique shops still line US-80.
The city has grown rapidly, from 23,455 residents at the 2020 census to an estimated 41,658 in 2025, with many new subdivisions.
Areas to explore
Historic downtown Forney
The original town center with historic buildings and the Spellman Museum of Forney History.
US-80 corridor
Antique shops, retail, and access to Dallas.
Newer master-planned communities
Large subdivisions built as the city has grown since the late 1990s.
Near Forney Community Park
Neighborhoods close to the city’s main park.
Housing market
Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) for the city of Forney: 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.
Much of Forney’s housing is newer construction in master-planned communities, often with HOAs and sometimes with special district taxes (such as MUD or PID assessments). Compare total tax rates carefully between subdivisions.
Parks, recreation & things to do
- In ForneyForney Community Park — A 127-acre park with sports complexes, trails, a splash pad, and a preserved wetland; Phase I opened in 2009.
- In ForneySpellman Museum of Forney History — A local history museum run by the Historic Preservation League.
- In ForneyHamblen Park — A small park behind City Hall, near a historic railroad car.
Dining, shopping & culture
- In ForneyAntique shops on US-80 — The shops that earned Forney its “Antique Capital of Texas” title.
- In ForneyHistoric downtown — Local businesses in the original town center.
- Nearby · MesquiteTown East Mall — Regional shopping a short drive west.
Getting around
- US-80 runs through the city as a limited-access highway, about 20 miles to downtown Dallas.
- I-20 is to the south.
- Forney is not a DART member city; most residents commute by car.
Schools
Forney ISD serves Forney. Confirm campus assignments for each address, especially in new subdivisions where boundaries can change.
School 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 questions
Why is Forney called the Antique Capital of Texas?
The Texas Legislature gave it the title; antique shops line US-80.
How fast is Forney growing?
From 23,455 at the 2020 census to an estimated 41,658 in 2025.
What should buyers check in new subdivisions?
HOA dues and any MUD or PID assessments, which affect total tax bills.
How far is Forney from Dallas?
About 20 miles east of downtown via US-80.
Keep exploring
Planning a move? Start with our home buying guide, home selling guide, or rental guide.
Sources
- City of Forney
- City of Forney: Parks
- Wikipedia: Forney, Texas
- Forney ISD
- Zillow 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.
