Melissa vs. Anna: A Tale of Two Emerging Luxury Suburbs: Which North Collin County Community Is Right for You?

Melissa and Anna are two of the fastest-growing suburbs in Collin County, each offering new construction homes, highly rated schools, and a small-town feel just north of McKinney. For luxury buyers seeking space, affordability, and long-term value, both towns provide attractive options—but with distinct differences. Here’s how they compare.

📍 Location & Accessibility

Feature	Melissa, TX	Anna, TX
Distance to McKinney	~10 minutes	~15 minutes
Distance to DFW Airport	~45–50 minutes	~50–55 minutes
Commute to Downtown Dallas	~45–50 minutes via US-75	~50–55 minutes via US-75
Major Highways	US-75, SH-121	US-75, SH-5

🏡 Luxury Real Estate Snapshot – May 2025

Metric	Melissa, TX	Anna, TX
Median Luxury Home Price	$625,000	$550,000
Average Price per Sq Ft	$250	$230
Typical Lot Sizes	0.25–1 acre	0.2–1.5+ acres
Days on Market (Avg)	58 days	62 days
Top Communities	Liberty, Meadow Run, Legacy Ranch	Anna Town Square, Pecan Grove, Throckmorton Creek

🏫 School Districts & Education

Feature	Melissa ISD	Anna ISD
District Reputation	Highly rated, strong test scores	Solid performance with recent improvements
School Size	Smaller, more community-driven	Growing district with new facilities
Private School Access	Nearby in McKinney or Sherman	Limited nearby, but expanding options

🌟 Lifestyle & Buyer Preferences

Why Luxury Buyers Choose Melissa:

• Newer master-planned communities with family-friendly amenities

• Quiet streets, community parks, and a true small-town feel

• Higher-end new builds with custom upgrade packages

• Proximity to McKinney’s shopping, dining, and entertainment

Why Luxury Buyers Choose Anna:

• Larger lot options, often with mature trees or greenbelt views

• Slightly lower entry price for new construction

• A mix of semi-rural homes and neighborhood developments

• Rapid infrastructure growth, offering long-term upside potential

💡 Expert Insight

“Melissa is perfect for families who want upscale new builds with a close-knit feel, excellent schools, and easy McKinney access. Anna appeals to those who want more space, land, and value per square foot—especially buyers looking to get in early before prices rise further.”— Nitin Gupta, CRS, GRI, REALTOR®

🧭 Which Should You Choose?

Choose Melissa if you:

• Want top-rated schools and newer master-planned developments

• Prefer a polished, neighborhood-oriented environment

• Need quick access to McKinney and US-75

Choose Anna if you:

• Want more land or acreage at a lower price point

• Prefer a slower pace and semi-rural character

• Are investing early in a market with high future upside

Need expert guidance on Melissa vs. Anna?Let Nitin Gupta, CRS, GRI, REALTOR® help you evaluate both areas, explore new construction and custom options, and negotiate the best value in North Collin County.

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