Glenn Heights, TX Community Guide: DART, Schools & Homes

Glenn Heights at a glance

Glenn Heights spans about 7 square miles in Dallas and Ellis counties. Incorporated in 1969, it has grown quickly, from 257 residents in 1970 to 15,819 at the 2020 census.

It has been a DART member since the agency began in 1983 and is the only DART member city in the southern half of Dallas County.

CountiesDallas and Ellis

RegionSouth of Dallas

Population15,819 (2020 census)

SizeAbout 7 square miles

TransitDART member city; Glenn Heights Park & Ride

School districtsDeSoto ISD (Dallas County part); Red Oak ISD (Ellis County part)

Areas to explore

Dallas County side

Neighborhoods served by DeSoto ISD.

Ellis County side

Neighborhoods served by Red Oak ISD.

Near the Park & Ride

Areas close to DART’s commuter bus center.

Housing market

Market data: August 2026Page reviewed: October 2026

Typical home value · August 2026$327,294Down 2.7% from August 2025 ($336,284)

Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) for the city of Glenn Heights: 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.

Glenn Heights is mostly single-family homes, many in newer subdivisions. The county line sets the school district and tax rates, so confirm which side a home is on.

Parks, recreation & things to do

Glenn Heights is small, and most larger attractions are in neighboring cities.

In Glenn HeightsCity parks — See the city’s website for local parks and events.
Nearby · DeSotoDeSoto Aquatic and Recreation Center — A new aquatic and recreation center just north.
Nearby · Cedar HillCedar Hill State Park — Trails and Joe Pool Lake to the west.

Dining, shopping & culture

Nearby · DeSotoDeSoto and Lancaster — Restaurants and shopping a short drive north.
Nearby · Cedar HillHillside Village — An outdoor lifestyle center to the northwest.

Getting around

I-35E runs through the area toward downtown Dallas.
Glenn Heights is a DART member city; the Glenn Heights Park & Ride serves commuters.
Love Field and DFW Airport are reachable by highway.

Schools

DeSoto ISD serves the Dallas County part of Glenn Heights, and Red Oak ISD serves the Ellis County part. Confirm for each address.

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

Is Glenn Heights in DART?

Yes. It has been a DART member since 1983, with a park-and-ride center.

Which school districts serve Glenn Heights?

DeSoto ISD in the Dallas County part and Red Oak ISD in the Ellis County part.

How fast has Glenn Heights grown?

From 257 residents in 1970 to 15,819 in 2020.

What counties is Glenn Heights in?

Dallas and Ellis.

Keep exploring

Local guideLiving in Glenn Heights, Texas: A Small City with a DART ConnectionNewer homes, two counties, and transit access south of Dallas. Nearby communityDeSotoA Best Southwest city with a civic Town Center and a new aquatic and recreation center. Nearby communityLancasterA historic town square, a regional airport with an air museum, and 600+ acres of parks. Nearby communityCedar HillHill Country–style terrain, a 1,826-acre state park, and Joe Pool Lake. DirectoryAll 30 DFW communitiesCompare areas by region across Dallas–Fort Worth.

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Sources

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.