Willow Bend North, Plano TX: Homes, Schools, a Shared HOA and Prices
 

Willow Bend North is an established neighborhood in west Plano, Texas, in the 75093 ZIP code, within the broader Willow Bend area built around the Gleneagles golf course. Its homes fall in a notably tight range, roughly 3,400 to 4,100 square feet, which makes it one of the more consistent neighborhoods in an area known for wide variation. It shares a homeowners association with neighboring Willow Bend West, and it is zoned to Plano ISD. Nitin Gupta, CRS, GRI, Broker Associate with Competitive Edge Realty, represents buyers and sellers here and across Plano. Call 469-269-6541 or contact Nitin to start with a conversation.
 

The HOA covers Willow Bend North and West together

Unlike most of the neighborhoods in this area, Willow Bend North does not have its own standalone association: it is administered jointly with Willow Bend West under a combined homeowners association that maintains its own community website. That matters in two practical ways. Budgets, dues decisions and any assessments are set across both neighborhoods rather than for one alone, and the association's documents cover a wider footprint than a buyer might expect. Before making an offer, confirm which section governs the specific property, then request current dues and billing schedule, what the assessment covers, recent budgets and minutes, the architectural guidelines and the reserve position. Read about the Texas HOA resale certificate and what it discloses.
 

A tight size range makes pricing more reliable here

Most neighborhoods in the Willow Bend area span enormous ranges: Willow Bend Country runs from 6,000 to more than 14,000 square feet, Creeks of Willow Bend from 4,300 to over 9,000. Willow Bend North is different, with homes clustered roughly between 3,400 and 4,100 square feet. When homes are that similar in size, comparable sales inside the neighborhood actually compare, and price differences come down to condition, updates, lot and orientation rather than scale. For a buyer, that makes value easier to judge. For a seller, it means condition carries almost all of the pricing weight, because a buyer can see directly what the home next door offers at what price.
 

Schools: Plano ISD

Published sources for the Willow Bend area cite Plano ISD with Centennial Elementary, Renner Middle School, Shepton High School for ninth and tenth grade and Plano West Senior High for eleventh and twelfth. Plano ISD's two-campus high school structure surprises buyers relocating from districts with a single four-year high school, so plan for both. Because several west Plano neighborhoods sit near attendance boundaries and sources occasionally disagree on the elementary campus, confirm the assignment for the exact address with the district before you write an offer. Learn more about Plano ISD schools and compare districts with the DFW school district ratings guide.
 

What homes cost

There is no reliable published price range specific to Willow Bend North, and area-wide figures should be treated carefully: recent Willow Bend medians reported near $1.2 million span more than a dozen subdivisions, including estate neighborhoods with homes three times the size of these. A home here should be priced from recent sales inside Willow Bend North and Willow Bend West, adjusted for condition and lot, not from an area average. For a current read on a specific home, use the home value analysis or contact Nitin.
 

Which Willow Bend is which

More than a dozen Plano subdivisions carry the Willow Bend name at very different price points, and buyers regularly confuse them. Willow Bend Country is an estate neighborhood on half-acre to three-acre lots. Creeks of Willow Bend holds about 170 large homes around two lakes. Enclave at Willow Bend is gated and surrounded by the golf course. Meadows of Willow Bend is 75 custom homes. Willow Bend Estates sits between them on size. Before using any "Willow Bend" sale as a comparable, check the subdivision field. See the Plano subdivision directory.
 

What to check before you buy

Homes in this part of Plano generally date from the late 1980s through the 1990s, so major systems are at or past replacement age. Roof, HVAC, water heaters, windows, plumbing, electrical and foundation performance deserve close attention, along with pool equipment where present and the age and quality of any renovation. Mature trees and established landscaping add drainage, grading and tree health to the list. The seller's disclosure covers only what the seller knows, so the inspection period is where the real information comes from. Learn about the Texas option period.
 

Location and recreation

The neighborhood sits in west Plano near the Gleneagles golf course, minutes from The Shops at Willow Bend, Preston Park Village and Lakeside Market, with Legacy West, The Shops at Legacy and the Legacy employment corridor a short drive north. The Tom Muehlenbeck Center, a city recreation center with indoor and outdoor pools, a gym, courts and an indoor track, is nearby, along with Windhaven Park and Arbor Hills Nature Preserve. Gleneagles Country Club is adjacent to the area, with membership separate from home ownership. The Dallas North Tollway carries commutes and varies considerably by hour, so drive your own route at the times you would travel before committing.
 

Comparing Willow Bend North with nearby neighborhoods

At this size, Willow Bend North competes most directly with Fairways of Gleneagles, Castlemere, Cypress Point and Steeplechase, all established west Plano neighborhoods in the same school feeder. Buyers wanting more square footage look at Creeks of Willow Bend or Lakeside on Preston; buyers wanting land look at the Plano estate and acreage neighborhoods. See the DFW communities directory.
 

Selling a home in Willow Bend North

Because the homes are similar in size, buyers compare yours directly against the last few sales, and condition decides the outcome. Pricing works from sales inside Willow Bend North and Willow Bend West rather than from an area figure, and listings should name the subdivision precisely so buyers searching a specific neighborhood find the home. See the seller marketing plan and seller services, or learn about landlord leasing services if you plan to rent the home out.
 

Willow Bend North FAQs

How big are homes in Willow Bend North?

Roughly 3,400 to 4,100 square feet, a tighter range than most neighborhoods in the Willow Bend area.

Does Willow Bend North have its own HOA?

It is administered jointly with Willow Bend West under a combined homeowners association with its own community website. Confirm which section governs the specific property and request dues, budgets, minutes, architectural guidelines and reserves.

What schools serve Willow Bend North?

Published sources for the area cite Plano ISD with Centennial Elementary, Renner Middle School, Shepton High School for ninth and tenth grade and Plano West Senior High for eleventh and twelfth. Confirm the assignment for the exact address with the district.

What do homes cost in Willow Bend North?

There is no reliable published figure specific to this subdivision, and area-wide Willow Bend medians near $1.2 million span many subdivisions including estate neighborhoods. Price a specific home from recent sales in Willow Bend North and Willow Bend West.

How is Willow Bend North different from the other Willow Bend neighborhoods?

Its homes are more uniform in size, roughly 3,400 to 4,100 square feet, where neighbors like Willow Bend Country and Creeks of Willow Bend span far wider ranges and higher price points.

Is Gleneagles Country Club membership included?

No. The club is separate from home ownership anywhere in the Willow Bend area. Confirm membership categories, costs and any waitlist directly with the club.
 

Work With Nitin Gupta in Plano

Nitin Gupta is a Broker Associate with Competitive Edge Realty with 480+ closed DFW transactions, 13 professional designations including CRS and GRI, and D Magazine Best REALTOR® recognition in 2020, 2023 and 2024. He serves clients in English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu and Gujarati. Read client reviews, watch home tours on his YouTube channel, or call 469-269-6541.