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Aubrey vs. Little Elm: A Tale of Two Fast-Growing North Texas Suburbs: Which Community Offers the Best Value and Lifestyle for Luxury Buyers?

  • Writer: Nitin Gupta, CRS, REALTOR
    Nitin Gupta, CRS, REALTOR
  • 12 minutes ago
  • 3 min read





Aubrey and Little Elm are two booming suburbs located just north of Dallas, offering scenic beauty, master-planned communities, and an appealing blend of affordability and upscale living. For luxury buyers looking to escape the congestion of larger suburbs like Frisco and Plano, both towns provide strong value, but with different character and long-term potential. Here's a side-by-side comparison.



📍 Location & Accessibility

Feature

Aubrey, TX

Little Elm, TX

Distance to Frisco

~15–20 minutes

~10 minutes

Distance to DFW Airport

~45 minutes

~40–45 minutes

Commute to Downtown Dallas

~50–60 minutes

~45–50 minutes

Major Highways

US-377, FM-428, US-380

Eldorado Pkwy, Dallas North Tollway, FM-423



🏡 Luxury Real Estate Snapshot – May 2025

Metric

Aubrey, TX

Little Elm, TX

Median Luxury Home Price

$600,000

$650,000

Average Price per Sq Ft

$250

$275

Typical Lot Sizes

0.3–2+ acres

0.2–1.5 acres

Days on Market (Avg)

57 days

55 days

Popular Communities

Sandbrock Ranch, Silverado, ArrowBrooke

Union Park, Valencia on the Lake, Paloma Creek



🏫 School Districts & Education

Feature

Aubrey ISD / Denton ISD (varies by area)

Little Elm ISD / Frisco ISD (in some areas)

Public School Reputation

High-performing, tight-knit schools

Improving with new campuses and programs

Private School Access

Limited nearby, more options in Denton/Frisco

Access to private academies in Frisco/McKinney



🌟 Lifestyle & Buyer Preferences

Why Luxury Buyers Choose Aubrey:

  • Quiet, semi-rural setting with large lots and scenic views

  • Master-planned communities offering nature trails, dog parks, and resort-style pools

  • Lower cost of entry for luxury square footage

  • Proximity to equestrian facilities and lake recreation

Why Luxury Buyers Choose Little Elm:

  • Close proximity to Lake Lewisville, ideal for boating and lakefront living

  • Higher walkability and city-style conveniences

  • Faster access to Frisco and The Colony's commercial hubs

  • Established neighborhoods with newer luxury enclaves


💡 Expert Insight

“Aubrey gives luxury buyers land, space, and peace—with plenty of upside potential as the area develops. Little Elm delivers lake living and faster access to the heart of Frisco's booming retail and business scene.”— Nitin Gupta, CRS, GRI, REALTOR®

🧭 Which Suburb Is Right for You?

Choose Aubrey if you:

  • Want more space and lower price per square foot

  • Prefer a slower pace and scenic landscape

  • Value quiet living with room for growth

Choose Little Elm if you:

  • Want quick access to Frisco amenities and job centers

  • Prefer lake proximity and a mix of suburban and urban feel

  • Appreciate established neighborhoods with new development potential


Need help choosing between Aubrey and Little Elm?Let Nitin Gupta, CRS, GRI, REALTOR® provide expert guidance, private tours, and a personalized strategy to find your perfect luxury home.


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About us: Aubrey New Construction Expert Real Estate Agent


As a Top Real Estate Professional in Aubrey & Dallas area, I understand the challenges that arise when buying a new construction home. There are over 50 builders in the Dallas area. I work with most of the new home builders in Dallas and understand how various builders operate. I am familiar with the options they offer, current incentives and I frequently visit the upcoming communities they are building. I guide my clients through all steps of the new home construction process and aggressively protect their interests in the transaction.


As a holder of top real estate industry certifications and designations like CRS, ABR & GRI, I can offer my clients experience as a Buyer's Agent in Aubrey and REALTOR®, top Industry Customer Service, in-depth, up-to-the-minute and comprehensive market knowledge; honesty, integrity, dedication, and professionalism in my business.


Whether you are a first time buyer in Aubrey looking to buy a home in Dallas or Aubrey or whether you are relocating to Aubrey from California or moving your entire family from areas like San Francisco, Fremont, Palo Alto, Los Angeles, San Diego in California due to job transfer with your company, I can help you find a new construction home in Aubrey. Our relocation team eases the transition - whether you are moving across town or across the globe. We will work with you to find an area that best suits your professional, family and lifestyle needs. We have all the tools you need to help your home search. Whether it is video previews of homes, extended work hours, digital signatures for documents or more, we can make this process as comfortable as possible no matter where you are located.



What is most important to you in your new construction home in Aubrey? Send us an email at info@NitinGuptaDFW.com or give us a call at (469) 269-6541 to schedule a no obligation consultation. We’ll give you honest advice about Aubrey community that you can use to help make your home buying decision.








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