Moving to Denton, Texas? Here's everything you need to know.
A no-fluff, locally-written guide to relocating to Denton: cost of living, neighborhoods, schools, taxes, climate, and what most people wish they'd known before the move.
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Denton at a glance
Why people move to Denton
College-town character with big-metro access
Live music scene, real downtown
More affordable than Frisco or Plano
UNT and TWU drive culture
Where to live in Denton
A short guide to the neighborhoods newcomers actually consider.
Robson Ranch
Active adult, gated
Southridge
Established, family-focused
Rayzor Ranch
Newer mixed-use, walkable
Downtown Denton
Historic square, music scene
Major employers
- · University of North Texas
- · Texas Woman's University
- · Peterbilt
- · Denton ISD
Schools
Denton ISD; UNT and TWU anchor higher-ed.
Airports
- · DFW International (30 min)
What most newcomers wish they'd known
I-35 traffic south into DFW
Growing fast, expect construction
Property taxes are high
Who thrives in Denton
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