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Highland Village and Argyle TX: Denton County's Premium Family Suburbs (2026 Guide) | Argyle Buyers Agent

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Highland Village and Argyle TX: Denton County's Premium Family Suburbs (2026 Guide)

Updated March 2026 | By Nitin Gupta, CRS, GRI, ALHS, CLHMS, PSA | Broker Associate, Competitive Edge Realty | 480+ Transactions | $250M+ Career Volume

Highland Village and Argyle occupy a sweet spot in DFW's suburban landscape — premium Denton County communities with strong schools (LISD Hebron/Marcus feeder for Highland Village, Argyle ISD for Argyle), established character, and pricing that sits between Flower Mound's value and Southlake's luxury. For families who want the intimacy of a small community (Highland Village ~16,000, Argyle ~5,000) with genuine suburban quality, these two adjacent cities deliver what larger suburbs cannot: neighbors who know your name.


Highland Village (Population ~16,000)

Highland Village is one of DFW's most community-oriented suburbs — a small, affluent city on the eastern shore of Lewisville Lake with tree-lined streets, low crime, active civic programming, and LISD schools (Marcus HS feeder — one of the strongest campuses in the district).


Neighborhoods

Highland Shores — Luxury lakeside community. $700K–$1.2M+. LISD (Marcus HS). Lewisville Lake access. The most premium Highland Village address.

The Highlands — Established luxury. $550K–$800K. LISD. Large lots, mature landscaping, community pool.

Highland Village Estates / Oak Hill — Established family neighborhoods. $450K–$650K. LISD. Central HV location, walkable to The Shops at Highland Village.

Sellmeyer / Lake Breeze — Value entry. $400K–$550K. LISD. Older homes (1990s–2000s) with updates. The most accessible entry into Highland Village.


What Makes Highland Village Special

The Shops at Highland Village — An upscale open-air retail center with restaurants, shops, and community gathering spaces that serves as the social heart of the community. Not as large as Southlake Town Square but more intimate and genuinely walkable from many HV neighborhoods.

Lewisville Lake access — Highland Village's eastern border is Lewisville Lake (29,000 acres). Copperas Branch Park, Pilot Knoll Park, and multiple lakeside trails provide direct water recreation access that Collin County suburbs do not have.

Marcus High School (LISD) — Highland Village feeds to Marcus HS — one of LISD's premier campuses with strong academics, nationally competitive athletics (multiple state championships across multiple sports), and an engaged parent community. Marcus HS is the school quality reason families choose Highland Village.


Argyle (Population ~5,000)

Argyle is DFW's answer to "small-town Texas with excellent schools" — a tiny community between Denton, Flower Mound, and Southlake that has preserved its rural character while building one of the most sought-after school districts in the region. Argyle ISD (rated A by Niche, approximately 4,500 students) is a boutique district that delivers intimate, community-connected education at pricing well below Southlake's Carroll ISD.

Communities

Harvest by Hillwood — Master-planned community by Hillwood. $400K–$700K+. Argyle ISD (some sections) / NWISD (some sections) — verify. Farm-inspired amenities, community events, trails. Argyle's newest major development.

Canyon Falls — Large master-planned. $500K–$800K+. NWISD — not Argyle ISD in most sections. Verify ISD carefully. Resort amenities, newer construction.

Established Argyle — Acreage properties on 1–5+ acres. $500K–$1M+. Argyle ISD. Genuine rural-estate living with horses, hobby farms, and space — within 20 minutes of DFW Airport.

The Highlands at Trophy Club — Premium community bordering Argyle. $500K–$800K. NWISD.

What Makes Argyle Special

Argyle ISD — At ~4,500 students across just a few campuses, Argyle ISD is one of the smallest top-performing districts in DFW. Argyle High School (~1,200 students) delivers the intimate, everyone-knows-everyone experience that 60,000-student Frisco ISD cannot offer. Academic quality is strong (A-rated), athletics are competitive (state-level football, baseball, softball), and the parent community is deeply involved.

Acreage availability — Argyle is one of the few DFW communities where 1–5+ acre estate properties with top-rated schools are available under $1M. For families who want land, horses, and small-town schools, Argyle competes with Aledo and Lucas/Fairview at comparable or better pricing.

Proximity to everything — Despite its rural character, Argyle is 20 minutes from DFW Airport, 15 minutes from Southlake Town Square, 20 minutes from Denton's university district (UNT, TWU), and 30 minutes from the Frisco/Plano Legacy corridor. Small-town living without actual isolation.


Highland Village vs. Argyle

Factor

Highland Village

Argyle

Population

~16,000

~5,000

Median price

$500K–$700K

$500K–$800K

Primary ISD

LISD (Marcus HS feeder, A)

Argyle ISD (A, boutique)

Character

Established suburban, lakeside

Rural-estate, small-town

Lake access

Lewisville Lake (direct)

None direct

Acreage

Rare (established lots)

Available (1–5+ acres)

Walkable retail

The Shops at Highland Village

None (drives to HV or Southlake)

New construction

Very limited

Harvest, Canyon Falls

DFW Airport

~22 min

~20 min

Horses/livestock

No (suburban lots)

Yes (acreage properties)

Choose Highland Village if: You want lakeside established suburban living, Marcus HS (LISD), walkable shopping at The Shops, and a tight-knit community identity.

Choose Argyle if: You want acreage, rural-estate character, a boutique school district (Argyle ISD), and the possibility of horses or hobby farming within 20 minutes of DFW Airport.


ISD Zoning Warning: Argyle Area

The Argyle area has one of the most complex school district boundaries in DFW. Properties in and around Argyle may be zoned to Argyle ISD, Northwest ISD, or Denton ISD depending on exact location. Even within master-planned communities (Harvest, Canyon Falls), different sections may feed to different districts. Verify the specific ISD for every property before making an offer — do not assume.


Why Highland Village and Argyle Buyers Choose Nitin Gupta

480+ transactions across DFW including Denton County communities. Campus-level school verification expertise across LISD, Argyle ISD, and NWISD boundaries. D Magazine Best REALTOR® 2020, 2023, 2024.


Frequently Asked Questions

Is Highland Village a good place to live? Excellent for families. Marcus HS (LISD) is one of the strongest campuses in the district. Lewisville Lake access, The Shops at Highland Village, low crime, and strong community identity make HV one of DFW's most livable small cities. Median $500K–$700K.

What school district is Argyle in? Argyle ISD serves most of the town proper (~4,500 students, A-rated). However, surrounding developments may be NWISD or Denton ISD. Harvest by Hillwood and Canyon Falls have mixed ISD zoning. Verification is critical for every address.

Can I find acreage with good schools near DFW Airport? Yes — Argyle offers 1–5+ acre properties with Argyle ISD (A) within 20 minutes of DFW Airport. This combination of acreage, school quality, and airport access is nearly unique in DFW. Lucas/Fairview (Lovejoy ISD, 25 min to airport) and Aledo (Aledo ISD, 30 min to airport) are the only comparable options.

How does Marcus HS compare to Hebron HS? Both are premier LISD campuses rated A. Marcus HS (Highland Village) is slightly larger with a stronger athletics tradition. Hebron HS (Flower Mound) has slightly higher academic metrics in some rankings. Both are excellent — the choice is lifestyle (lakeside HV vs suburban FM) rather than school quality.


Call us at 469-269-6541 for more information about Argyle real estate!


FIND A LUXURY HOME IN ARGYLE, TEXAS WITH NITIN GUPTA, BROKER ASSOCIATE, REALTOR®.


When purchasing a luxury home in Argyle, Texas, it’s essential to consider factors such as location, architectural style, security, and amenities to ensure the home meets both lifestyle and investment needs. By selecting a property in a prestigious neighborhood with numerous amenities and security measures, buyers can ensure they’re making a valuable and rewarding investment in the vibrant Argyle market.


For those looking to invest in luxury homes in Argyle, Texas, Nitin Gupta is an expert real estate professional ready to assist. Known for his extensive experience, market insights, and numerous awards, he is committed to finding his clients the best properties in the area.


Contact Nitin Gupta at 469-269-6541 or send a message today to explore exclusive listings and secure your ideal luxury residence in one of Argyle’s elite communities.




 
 
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