Where Executives Are Buying Homes in Dallas: 2025 BreakdownBy Nitin Gupta, REALTOR® — Dallas Luxury, New Construction & Executive Relocation Specialist: By Dallas Luxury Real Estate Agent

Nitin Gupta, CRS, REALTOR
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Dallas continues to outperform major U.S. cities as one of the top relocation destinations for executives from finance, technology, consulting, healthcare, aviation, and Fortune 500 leadership teams.This 2025 guide breaks down the specific neighborhoods corporate executives are choosing — and why these areas fit their lifestyle, schools, commutes, and privacy needs.If you're an executive relocating to Dallas, this breakdown will help you identify the right community with clarity.

Why Executives Are Relocating to Dallas in 2025

Executives moving from Seattle, San Francisco, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington D.C. consistently list these reasons:

No state income tax
Corporate headquarters concentration
High-end private + public schools
Access to DFW Airport
Stable luxury home appreciation
Top-tier master-planned communities
Large, newer luxury homes
Strong healthcare infrastructure
Low business friction
Access to luxury amenities (golf, country clubs, private-school corridors)

Dallas offers a rare combination of lifestyle, financial advantage, and executive-level convenience.

Where Executives Are Buying in 2025 — Ranked by Demand

Below are the neighborhoods and suburbs dominating executive relocation patterns this year.

1. Southlake (Top Choice for Corporate Executives)

Executives love Southlake for:

Carroll ISD — elite academics
Luxury estate homes
Privacy + low density
Proximity to DFW Airport (10–15 minutes)
Easy access to Fort Worth and Dallas corporate districts
Upscale shopping + dining at Southlake Town Square

Common buyer profile:Executives at American Airlines, Deloitte, Fidelity, Charles Schwab, and Fortune 500 CEOs relocating from coastal states.

2. Frisco — Fields, Newman Village, Stonebriar (Fastest-Growing Executive Hub)

Why executives choose Frisco:

Corporate relocation zone: Toyota HQ, PGA, Liberty Mutual, T-Mobile
Frisco ISD excellence
New luxury construction
Walkable mixed-use communities
Access to high-end amenities (PGA HQ, The Star)

Fields (Frisco) is the #1 request among tech and finance executives in 2025.

3. Highland Park — For Executives Wanting Urban, Walkable Luxury

Why executives love HP:

Highland Park ISD
Proximity to downtown Dallas, Uptown, Love Field
Historic + modern luxury estates
High resale stability
Elite private schools nearby

Common buyer profile:Investment bankers, private equity partners, attorneys, and C-suite leaders who want prestige + proximity.

4. University Park — Walkability + Luxury Community Culture

Executives choose UP for:

HPISD
Strong sense of community
Walkable lifestyle
Mature tree-lined streets
Consistent luxury appreciation

Ideal for:Families wanting an elegant, structured environment close to Dallas’ urban core.

5. Preston Hollow — For Executives Requiring Privacy & Estate Living

Why it attracts high-level executives:

Estate-sized lots
Gated enclaves
Custom homes
Mature luxury market
Access to top private schools
10–15 minutes to Love Field Airport

Common buyer profile:Celebrities, pro athletes, Fortune 100 VPs, international executives.

6. Prosper — For Executives Seeking New Luxury Homes + Space

Prosper is booming among executives who want:

Prosper ISD
New construction luxury
Larger lots
Upscale master-planned communities
Easy access to Frisco corporate corridor

Popular communities: Star Trail, Windsong Ranch, Christie Farms luxury sections.

7. Plano — Best for Corporate HQ Proximity

Plano remains a top relocation destination for executives at:

Toyota
JPMorgan
PepsiCo
Capital One
Frito-Lay
NTT Data
FedEx Office

Why they choose Plano:

Plano ISD
Short commute to headquarters
Established luxury neighborhoods
High resale confidence

8. Coppell — Best for Executives Who Travel Frequently

Coppell is ideal for:

Minutes to DFW Airport
Elite Coppell ISD
Beautiful upscale communities
Easy freeway access

This is a favorite for executives who fly weekly or manage global divisions.

9. Westlake — Ultra-Luxury for Elite Executives

Westlake is home to some of the most exclusive luxury in Texas.

Executives choose Westlake for:

Award-winning Westlake Academy
Gated, custom luxury estates
Access to country clubs
Ultra-quiet, prestigious environment

Common buyer profile:CEOs, high-net-worth families, athletes, founders, and international executives.

10. McKinney — Best for Executives Who Want Community + Nature

Executives choose McKinney for:

Master-planned communities like Trinity Falls and Painted Tree
Parks, lakes, greenery
Value + luxury
Strong schools

A popular choice for healthcare, tech, and engineering leadership.

Executive Relocation Neighborhood Comparison Table (2025)

Rank	Neighborhood	Executive Profile	Key Benefits
1	Southlake	Corporate execs, airline/finance leadership	Schools, airport, estates
2	Frisco (Fields + luxury)	Tech & Fortune 500 execs	New luxury, amenities, schools
3	Highland Park	Investment banking, PE, legal execs	Walkability, prestige
4	University Park	Senior leadership with families	Community + HPISD
5	Preston Hollow	CEOs, celebrities	Privacy + custom estates
6	Prosper	Tech, engineering, medical execs	New builds + value
7	Plano	HQ-based professionals	Commute + established luxury
8	Coppell	Frequent flyers	Airport + schools
9	Westlake	UHNW executives	Exclusive luxury
10	McKinney	Engineering/healthcare execs	Nature + community