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Wylie, TX

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Wylie is prettier than a Texas rose.

Attractive Family-Oriented Historic Great Downtown Community Events Dallas Area

One of the prettiest cities in Texas is Wylie. Bordering two large lakes -- Lavon Lake and Lake Ray Hubbard -- and featuring a picture-perfect, Old-West-style downtown, this city starts great and gets even better. Wylie is directly east of Plano and the University of Texas at Dallas, and it is just 20 miles northeast of Downtown Dallas. The city is very focused on building community, offering year-round festivals and events in the historic downtown. These events include Pedal Car Races, Taste of Wylie, the Wylie Championship Rodeo, Bluegrass on Ballard, and the Wylie Arts Festival.

Recently named one of the Best Places to Live in America by Money Magazine, Wylie blends historic architecture, activities such as boating and fishing, and gorgeous neighborhoods. The city's fascinating history dates back to the early 1870s, when the frontier town was called Nickelville. The railroad arrived in 1886, but the tracks were laid about a half mile from town, so the residents moved and renamed their new settlement Wylie after railroad agent and Civil War veteran Lt. Colonel William D. Wylie. The town grew quickly, and today it is home to roughly 42,000 residents.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Wylie, TX is $1,375 for one bedroom, $1,618 for two bedrooms, and $1,796 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Wylie has decreased by -0.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,375/month
788 Sq Ft
House
$2,396/month
2,028 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,058/month
1,454 Sq Ft
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Transportation

40

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

38

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Wally Watkins Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

904 Students

10
out of 10

Tibbals Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

613 Students

10
out of 10

T F Birmingham Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

543 Students

10
out of 10

R F Hartman Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

541 Students

10
out of 10

Rita Smith Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

521 Students

10
out of 10

Frank Mcmillan Junior High School

Public

Grades 7-8

926 Students

10
out of 10

Grady Burnett J High School

Public

Grades 7-8

1,025 Students

9
out of 10

Raymond B Cooper J High School

Public

Grades 7-8

1,008 Students

9
out of 10

Achieve Academy

Public

Grades 4-12

127 Students

4
out of 10
Rating Unavailable

Wylie High School

Public

Grades 9-12

3,044 Students

8
out of 10

Wylie East High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,532 Students

7
out of 10

Achieve Academy

Public

Grades 4-12

127 Students

4
out of 10
Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Muddy Creek Preserve
  • Blackland Prairie Raptor Center
  • Breckinridge Park
  • Creek Hollow Park
  • Celebration Park

Airports

  • Dallas Love Field
  • Dallas-Fort Worth International

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