McKinney officially has the best real estate market in the country, according to WalletHub’s 2025 Best Real-Estate Markets report. The recognition highlights McKinney’s rapid growth, new housing options and strong job market — all factors making it an increasingly attractive place to put down roots.
What Sets McKinney Apart
One standout feature: new homes. Nearly 38% of McKinney’s housing stock has been built since 2010, meaning buyers are finding newer properties that often require less maintenance. The city also continues to grow, ranking third nationally in building permits per capita.
Affordability plays a role, too. While McKinney isn’t the cheapest city on the list, it sits comfortably in the middle. The city ranks 74th overall for affordability out of the 300 markets studied, with competitive costs for maintenance, utilities and energy.
Real estate alone doesn’t tell the whole story. McKinney also boasts one of the nation’s strongest job markets, with nearly 21% annual job growth, placing it 11th nationwide. That combination of new housing and economic opportunity helps explain why the city scored 72.33, enough to land it in first place.
North Texas Cities Dominate The List
McKinney isn’t the only local winner. Frisco came in sixth overall, with a strong showing in its economic environment, ranking second in that category. Allen rounded out the top ten with a score of 66.35. Richardson and Denton also made the list, further cementing North Texas as a hotspot for real estate and job growth.
The Top 10 Real Estate Markets Of 2025
- McKinney, TX
- Cary, NC
- Irvine, CA
- Durham, NC
- Richardson, TX
- Frisco, TX
- Gilbert, AZ
- Nashville, TN
- Denton, TX
- Allen, TX
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