
Westlake sits along the Tarrant-Dallas county line, where gated estates and sprawling lots have turned this tiny community into one of the most exclusive addresses in Texas. Home to fewer than 1,500 residents and almost no commercial development, the town attracts executives connected to nearby corporate hubs like Schwab and Deloitte. Westlake Academy consistently ranks among the top public schools in the state, adding to the area's appeal for high-income buyers.
Westlake sits along the Tarrant-Dallas county line, where gated estates and sprawling lots have turned this tiny community into one of the most exclusive addresses in Texas. Home to fewer than 1,500 residents and almost no commerc...
Personal Safety : 54
Property Safety : 54
Community Safety : 29
$4,462,500
Median Home Rent
$1,750

Piney Point Village is one of six independent cities inside Houston's Memorial Villages enclave, ranking among the richest cities in Texas by household income and home value. Large homes, quiet streets, and spacious lots give the community an exclusive residential feel, with little commercial activity inside the city itself. Major medical centers like Houston Methodist and Memorial Hermann are just minutes away, adding to the area's appeal for affluent buyers.
Piney Point Village is one of six independent cities inside Houston's Memorial Villages enclave, ranking among the richest cities in Texas by household income and home value. Large homes, quiet streets, and spacious lots give the ...
Personal Safety : 53
Property Safety : 52
Community Safety : 63
$2,780,000
Median Home Rent
$1,840

University Park sits in the heart of Dallas, next to Highland Park and the campus of Southern Methodist University. Known as one of the wealthiest areas in Texas, the city is popular for its beautiful homes, top-rated schools, and well-maintained neighborhoods. Highland Park ISD serves local residents, adding even more appeal for buyers looking for strong public schools. Homes in University Park are in high demand and often sell quickly.
University Park sits in the heart of Dallas, next to Highland Park and the campus of Southern Methodist University. Known as one of the wealthiest areas in Texas, the city is popular for its beautiful homes, top-rated schools, and...
Personal Safety : 95
Property Safety : 53
Community Safety : 88
$2,450,000
Median Home Rent
$5,000

Hunters Creek Village is the largest community in Houston's Memorial Villages area, known for its wooded streets, spacious homes, and quiet residential atmosphere. Large lots and long-standing neighborhood rules have helped preserve the area's upscale character for decades. The city also operates its own police department, adding to its small-town feel within the Houston metro area. Popular with oil and gas executives due to its proximity to the Energy Corridor, Hunters Creek continues to attract affluent buyers year after year.
Hunters Creek Village is the largest community in Houston's Memorial Villages area, known for its wooded streets, spacious homes, and quiet residential atmosphere. Large lots and long-standing neighborhood rules have helped preser...
Personal Safety : 100
Property Safety : 81
Community Safety : 91
Median Home Price
$3,299,000
Median Home Rent
$2,150

West University Place sits inside Houston's 610 Loop, two miles from Rice University and minutes from the Texas Medical Center. The city runs its own municipal services independently from Houston, and deed restrictions actively protect property standards throughout, a combination that has kept demand for homes here consistently high. As a result, the city remains one of the priciest housing markets in the Houston area.
West University Place sits inside Houston's 610 Loop, two miles from Rice University and minutes from the Texas Medical Center. The city runs its own municipal services independently from Houston, and deed restrictions actively pr...
Personal Safety : 94
Property Safety : 63
Community Safety : 74
$2,266,000
Median Home Rent
$3,500

Highland Park sits entirely surrounded by Dallas with its own city government, police force, and school district. Highland Park ISD consistently ranks among Texas's top five districts statewide. One of the most established wealthy areas in Texas, Highland Park offers easy access to popular dining and shopping districts like Lovers Lane and Knox-Henderson. Strong demand and limited housing inventory continue to keep both home prices and rents among the highest in the state.
Highland Park sits entirely surrounded by Dallas with its own city government, police force, and school district. Highland Park ISD consistently ranks among Texas's top five districts statewide. One of the most established wealthy...
Personal Safety : 93
Property Safety : 35
Community Safety : 63
$2,208,500
Median Home Rent
$5,000

Bellaire is a small independent city located inside Houston's 610 Loop. It offers a quiet residential feel just minutes from some of the city's biggest job centers. The Texas Medical Center nearby keeps demand high among doctors, researchers, and other healthcare professionals, while Rice Village and Greenway Plaza provide easy access to shopping, dining, and offices. Although still among the most expensive places to live in Texas, it offers a lower price point than many nearby luxury communities.
Bellaire is a small independent city located inside Houston's 610 Loop. It offers a quiet residential feel just minutes from some of the city's biggest job centers. The Texas Medical Center nearby keeps demand high among doctors, ...
Personal Safety : 66
Property Safety : 36
Community Safety : 50
$1,332,500
Median Home Rent
$2,595

Southlake ranks among the most expensive suburbs in Texas, where luxury homes, high-performing schools, and limited inventory continue to drive prices upward. Located between Dallas and Fort Worth, the city attracts affluent buyers looking for large properties and easy access to DFW International Airport. Carroll ISD remains one of the biggest reasons families are willing to pay a premium to live here, while Southlake Town Square adds upscale shopping and dining rarely found in suburban communities.
Southlake ranks among the most expensive suburbs in Texas, where luxury homes, high-performing schools, and limited inventory continue to drive prices upward. Located between Dallas and Fort Worth, the city attracts affluent buyer...
Personal Safety : 94
Property Safety : 86
Community Safety : 78
$1,342,500
Median Home Rent
$6,200

Large estate lots and a rural atmosphere have made Lucas one of the most expensive communities in Collin County. Located northeast of Dallas, the city is known for its luxury homes, equestrian properties, and lower-density development that gives residents far more space and privacy than nearby suburbs. Many homes sit on multi-acre lots, adding to the area's exclusivity and long-term demand among affluent buyers. Families also benefit from access to highly rated districts like Lovejoy ISD and Allen ISD.
Large estate lots and a rural atmosphere have made Lucas one of the most expensive communities in Collin County. Located northeast of Dallas, the city is known for its luxury homes, equestrian properties, and lower-density develop...
Personal Safety : 81
Property Safety : 89
Community Safety : 82
$1,225,000
Median Home Rent
$2,995

Bartonville ranks among the most expensive small towns in North Texas, where sprawling estate homes and multi-acre properties push real estate prices well above surrounding suburbs. Located in Denton County between Flower Mound and Argyle, the town is especially popular with affluent buyers looking for luxury homes, equestrian properties, and more privacy within commuting distance of Dallas-Fort Worth. Limited development and large lot sizes have helped keep housing inventory tight and prices consistently high. Families are also drawn to the area for highly regarded Argyle ISD schools and convenient access to DFW International Airport.
Bartonville ranks among the most expensive small towns in North Texas, where sprawling estate homes and multi-acre properties push real estate prices well above surrounding suburbs. Located in Denton County between Flower Mound an...
Personal Safety : 72
Property Safety : 73
Community Safety : 67
$1,242,500
Median Home Rent
$4,500
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Each city is scored across five weighted categories using daily MLS data and verified government stats. Every metric is benchmarked against both its state average and the national average — dual benchmarking — so a market isn’t judged expensive just for sitting in a high-cost state.
Sale price, price per sq ft & high-value concentration vs. state and national benchmarks.
Median rent, rent-to-income ratio & rental demand vs. state and national medians.
The gap between median household income and the cost of living for the area.
Turnover, scarcity, days on market & buyer competition from Houzeo’s live MLS feed.
Utilities, transportation & everyday goods vs. state and national averages — the tiebreaker.
MLS metrics update daily; government data is added on each agency’s release schedule.
High home prices are only part of the equation in Texas's priciest markets. Groceries, utilities, and insurance all run above the national average. Here is what to expect across five of Texas's most expensive cities.
| City | Median Home Price | Median Rent | Cost of Living | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westlake | $4,462,500 | $1,750 | 1/10 | |
| Piney Point Village | $2,780,000 | $1,840 | 2/10 | |
| University Park | $2,450,000 | $5,000 | 3/10 | |
| Hunters Creek | $3,100,000 | $2,150 | 4/10 | |
| West University Place | $2,266,000 | $3,500 | 5/10 |
Safety is a major priority for many people moving to Texas. These cities rank among the safest in the state based on the latest FBI crime data. They report lower rates of violent and property crime than the Texas average. You can explore the full list in our safest places to live in Texas rankings.
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