Keller, TX
About 45 minutes from downtown Dallas in the western fringe of the Eastern Cross Timbers, the town of Keller, TX is becoming one of the most desirable communities in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area. Keller is a tight-knit community that hosts a lot of community events, touts its small business scene, and celebrates a rich history.
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Brief history
The completion of the Texas and Pacific Railway in June 1881 led to the establishment of new villages along the line, including Keller. However, it was not formally incorporated until 1955. Today, it is one of the fastest growing cities in the area and, in 2008, was named one of the “Nation’s Richest Cities” by the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.
Real estate snapshot
Homes in Keller are highly desirable, with a median home sale price that is nearly twice the average Dallas-Fort Worth metro area. Homes also tend to sell faster, with a median of 31 days on the market, which is 10 days fewer than the median for the area.
Demographics
People who live in Keller are more affluent than other Texans, with a median household income that’s 178% higher than the state average.
Quality of schools
Homes in Keller are served by the Keller Independent School District, which also serves portions of the cities of Colleyville, Fort Worth, Haltom City, Hurst, North Richland Hills, Southlake, Watauga, and Westlake.
Fun things to do
- Swim, work out, and have fun at The Keller Pointe.
- Have a picnic at The Parks at Town Center.
- Grab some grub at the Keller Farmers Market.
Popular subdivisions
These subdivisions are popular places for buyers moving into the area.
