Prosper, TX Neighborhoods
Not long ago Prosper was farmland at the north end of the Dallas North Tollway. Today it's one of the fastest-growing towns in North Texas — close enough to Plano, Frisco, and McKinney to work anywhere in the metroplex, far enough out to still feel like its own place. Highway 380 runs through it, the tollway drops you downtown, and DFW airport is a straight shot southwest.
Most families I work with move here for one reason: Prosper ISD. It's the thing buyers ask about before square footage, before lot size, before anything else — which campus is this house zoned to? That single question shapes more of this market than any other factor, and it's worth getting right before you fall in love with a floor plan.
Growth this fast means the town changes every year. New master-planned communities open, builders rotate in and out, amenities get built after the first phase sells. Which neighborhood fits you comes down to things that don't show up in listing photos — lot size, HOA rules, how far you really are from the tollway, whether you want a resort pool or an acre with no neighbors behind you. The communities below are the ones I know best. Each page covers builders, price ranges, amenities, and school zoning.
I moved to Prosper in 2022 and my brokerage is based here. I'm not covering these neighborhoods from an office in Dallas — I live in this town, and my business sponsors Shoes That Fit for Prosper ISD students.
Communities in Prosper, Texas
Windsong Ranch
Windsong Ranch is the community people have heard of before they move here — its five-acre Crystal Lagoon gives residents a beach without leaving Prosper. Beyond the lagoon there are resort pools, sports courts, miles of trails, a disc golf course, and a full-time lifestyle director running events. Options range from townhomes to custom estate homes in the Lakeside, Summit, and Peninsula sections.
Star Trail
Star Trail is one of Prosper's premier master-planned communities, with gated sections, oversized homesites, and a roster of high-end builders. Amenities include resort-style pools, tennis courts, a clubhouse, and walking trails. It draws executive buyers and move-up families who want tollway access without giving up architectural presence.
Whitley Place
Whitley Place is one of the most established luxury communities in Prosper — custom homes on large estate lots, mature landscaping, and water features throughout. It's the choice for buyers who'd rather have grown trees and space than a brand-new build.
Frontier Estates
Frontier Estates sits minutes from the Dallas North Tollway and Highway 380, with oversized lots and custom homes from builders including Drees, Highland, Meritage, and Windsor. Community amenities include basketball and tennis courts and gathering areas. Students are zoned to Boyer Elementary, Reynolds Middle, and Prosper High School.
Amberwood Farms
Prosper's only gated equestrian community, Amberwood Farms holds roughly 40 custom homes on one-acre homesites. Builders include John Ramer, Bella Custom Homes, and Toll Brothers. Many homes back to greenbelts or wooded areas, giving residents a level of seclusion that is hard to find in newer developments.
Christie Farms
Just 56 custom estate homes on one-acre lots, built by Dave R. Williams, Castlemark, and J Anthony. The scale is the appeal — no more homes will ever be added. Large homesites leave room for pools, sport courts, and detached garages.
Gentle Creek Estates
Custom and semi-custom homes wrapped around the semi-private, 18-hole Gentle Creek Golf Club. Rolling hills, mature trees, and half-acre to full-acre lots give the community a country-club feel. Builders include Paul Taylor, Shaddock, Drees, and Dave R. Williams.
Preston Meadow
A smaller, more intimate community east of Preston Road and north of Highway 380, built by Bloomfield and Sandlin Homes. Walking trails, green spaces, and open fields support an active family lifestyle. The reduced scale means quieter streets, less traffic, and a more neighborly feel.
Artesia
An established master-planned community and one of the most accessible price points in Prosper. Artesia centers on a resort-style pool complex with cabanas and a children's splash zone, plus a fitness center, clubhouse, and trails throughout. Homes come from Highland, Lennar, Megatel, and American Legend.
Deer Run
A well-established community near Preston Road and Frontier Parkway, with homes by Drees and Paul Taylor. The neighborhood is planned around a resort-style pool, extensive walking and biking trails, and greenbelts that preserve the natural setting. Easy Tollway access makes commutes to Frisco and Plano straightforward.
Lakes at Legacy
A master-planned community built around a picturesque lake system, with hiking and biking trails, parks, playgrounds, and a resort-style pool. Homes come from Grand Homes and Shaddock Homes in a range of one- and two-story plans. Legacy West and The Star in Frisco are both a short drive away.
Lakes of La Cima
An established master-planned community with expansive greenbelts, tree-lined streets, and picturesque water features. Residents have access to multiple swimming pools, clubhouses, playgrounds, and miles of trails. Homes by Bloomfield and Gallery Custom Homes sit on oversized lots, many backing to greenbelts or lakes.
Lakes of Prosper
A family-friendly master-planned community just west of the Dallas North Tollway. A scenic lake anchors the neighborhood, surrounded by walking and biking trails, a resort-style pool, playgrounds, and open green space. Homes offer three to five bedrooms with open plans and extended outdoor living.
Quail Lake
A gated luxury community off Coit Road with homes by Paul Taylor, Old Stonecreek, and Drees Custom Homes. Half-acre to one-acre homesites, walking trails, greenbelts, and a tranquil community lake define the setting. Gated access adds privacy that few Prosper neighborhoods offer.
Saddle Creek
A family-friendly community near Preston Road just north of Highway 380, with homes by Megatel, Oak Creek Custom, and Jeff Pfeifer Custom Homes. Many sit on oversized lots with three-car garages and generous outdoor living space. Greenbelt views, walking and biking trails, and neighborhood parks round out the amenities.
Montclair
An exclusive gated community of custom and semi-custom estates on half-acre or larger homesites. Builders include Our Country Homes and Crescent Estates, with homes featuring wine cellars, spa-like primary suites, and resort-style pools. Landscaped green spaces, private walking trails, and gated entry maintain a boutique feel.
Whispering Farms
Custom and semi-custom estates on half-acre to full-acre lots in Prosper's rolling countryside. Equestrian paths, walking trails, and open green spaces pay homage to the town's rural roots. Gentle Creek Golf Club sits just minutes away, and Dave Williams is among the builders here.
Willow Ridge
A high-end, well-established community off Coit Road, known for generous lot sizes and mature landscaping that give it a timeless, estate-like feel. Homes by Grand, Huntington, and Darling back to greenbelts, creeks, or scenic ponds. Residents enjoy a private community pool, neighborhood parks, a covered pavilion, and miles of trails.