Allen and McKinney sit north of Plano along US 75 in Collin County. Allen has outdoor shopping and a pro hockey arena, and McKinney, the county seat, has a historic downtown square lined with locally owned shops.
Watters Creek in Allen is an open-air shopping and dining village with free outdoor concerts, and Allen Premium Outlets is right nearby. Historic Downtown McKinney is full of galleries, boutiques and antiques around the square, with a performing arts center in the old courthouse. The Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary adds trails, ponds and wildlife close to home.
US 75 and SH 121 (Sam Rayburn Tollway) are the main routes, with US 380 through McKinney. Allen ISD serves most of Allen. McKinney ISD serves most of McKinney, with parts of the city in Frisco, Prosper and Allen ISDs. School boundaries can change and do not always follow city lines, so we always suggest confirming the assigned schools for any specific address with the district.
You will find historic homes on the streets near downtown McKinney, established neighborhoods across both cities, and many newer subdivisions to the north and west. Townhomes and newer homes near shopping districts round out the mix.
Chestnut Square Historic Village in McKinney preserves historic homes and hosts a Saturday farmers market for much of the year. Towne Lake Park has a lake, trails and open space, and in Allen the Allen Americans play pro hockey in the fall and winter.
Check a few things by the home's address, not just the city name: the school district, the property tax rates on the county appraisal district's site, and whether the home is in a MUD, PID or HOA, each of which can add its own taxes, assessments or dues. Look the home up on FEMA's flood maps and get homeowners insurance quotes early. Hail is common in North Texas, so ask how the roof's age and any wind and hail deductible affect your coverage. Homes in McKinney's historic districts may have design guidelines for exterior changes, so check with the city before you plan a project.
Thinking about buying or selling in Allen or McKinney? Our Dallas team is here to help, from our office at 4514 Cole Ave, Suite 600. Call us at 469-224-1141 or send us a note, and we will get back to you soon.
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202,314 people live in Allen & McKinney, where the median age is 36.7 and the average individual income is $53,008. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Allen & McKinney, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Walmart Neighborhood Market, Ala Dallaspuramloo, and Hideaway Pizza.
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| Dining · $$ | 0.31 miles | 30 reviews | 3.2/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.22 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 1.27 miles | 138 reviews | 4.2/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.32 miles | 3 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.3 miles | 2 reviews | 2.5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.39 miles | 41 reviews | 4.6/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.31 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.4 miles | 8 reviews | 4/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.33 miles | 8 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.44 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.49 miles | 75 reviews | 3.6/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.68 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.81 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.81 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.82 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.92 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.95 miles | 68 reviews | 4/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.06 miles | 32 reviews | 3.8/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.1 miles | 101 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.17 miles | 18 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.17 miles | 13 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.26 miles | 2 reviews | 2.5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.29 miles | 54 reviews | 3.5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.37 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Allen & McKinney has 70,787 households, with an average household size of 2.83. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Allen & McKinney do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 202,314 people call Allen & McKinney home. The population density is 3,021 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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