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Wylie, TX Real Estate in 2026: 7 Things to Know Before You Buy or Sell
By Jeanie Marten, Broker/Owner, Jeanie Marten Real Estate · Last updated October 1, 2026
Wylie is a city of about 63,800 people, about 24 miles northeast of downtown Dallas on State Highway 78. It reaches into three counties, Collin, Dallas and Rockwall, and most of the city is served by Wylie ISD, with Garland ISD and Rockwall ISD serving the Dallas County and Rockwall County portions. Before you buy or set a list price in Wylie, confirm the county and school district for the exact address.
Wylie is the largest of the four cities I cover most closely, and it has more moving parts than most buyers expect. Three counties, several school districts, a historic downtown and a long list of newer master-planned neighborhoods.
My office is on Hwy 78 in Sachse, a few minutes from downtown Wylie, and I've been selling homes here for almost 30 years.
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1. Which county is Wylie in?
Three of them. Wylie started out entirely in Collin County and has since grown into Dallas and Rockwall counties.
- Collin County: Most of Wylie, valued by the Collin Central Appraisal District.
- Dallas County: The southwest edge near Sachse, valued by the Dallas Central Appraisal District.
- Rockwall County: The southeast edge, valued by the Rockwall Central Appraisal District.
- Why it matters: The county sets your appraisal district, part of your tax rate and where you file a protest.
2. Which school district serves Wylie?
Most Wylie addresses are in Wylie ISD, which also serves families in Sachse, Murphy, Lucas, Lavon and St. Paul. Wylie ISD covers 41 square miles and runs 23 campuses, including two 6A high schools.
- Wylie ISD: Most of the Collin County side of Wylie
- Garland ISD: Dallas County portions
- Rockwall ISD: Rockwall County portions
- Community, Plano and Princeton ISDs: Small areas on the Collin County side
Some neighborhoods are split. Builders in Dominion of Pleasant Valley, for example, list both Wylie ISD and Garland ISD campuses depending on the section. Always confirm the attendance zone with the district by exact address.
3. Which Wylie neighborhoods should I know?
These are Wylie neighborhoods where I've sold homes again and again:
Woodbridge
- Master-planned community that crosses the Sachse and Wylie line
- First phase completed in 1999
- Golf course, pools, trails and parks
Dominion of Pleasant Valley
- 292-acre master-planned community off Hwy 78
- About 97 acres of parks, trails and open space
- Amenity center with pool, next to Muddy Creek Preserve
Kreymer Estates
- Collin County neighborhood in Wylie ISD
- Built in phases, with later phases from the mid-2010s
- A steady resale market I know well
Braddock Place
- Collin County neighborhood in Wylie ISD
- Built in phases, with Phase II homes from the 2010s
- Resale homes close to Hwy 78
Read more: How Wylie Fits in Your Home Search and Murphy or Wylie: Matching Each Suburb to Your Lifestyle.
4. How has Wylie grown?
Wylie grew from 15,132 residents in 2000 to 57,526 in the 2020 Census and an estimated 63,842 in 2025, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Here's how it got there:
- 1887: Wylie was established along the railroad.
- 1953: Lavon Dam was completed north of town, creating Lake Lavon.
- 1999: The first phase of Woodbridge was completed.
- 2000 to 2010: Wylie's population nearly tripled, to 41,427.
- 2011: The PGBT Eastern Extension opened across Lake Ray Hubbard, shortening the drive west.
- Today: The historic downtown on Ballard Avenue hosts the free Bluegrass on Ballard festival every spring.
More local color: The Wednesday Ritual Downtown Wylie Never Put on Its Events Page.
5. How does Wylie compare with Sachse, Murphy and Lavon?
City | Population (2025 est.) | Population (2020 Census) | County | School districts | Median owner-occupied home value (Census, 2020-2024) |
|---|
Sachse | 32,834 | 27,103 | Dallas, Collin | Garland ISD, Wylie ISD | $406,200 |
Wylie | 63,842 | 57,526 | Collin, Dallas, Rockwall | Mostly Wylie ISD, plus Garland ISD, Rockwall ISD and small areas of others | $387,000 |
Murphy | 20,985 | 21,013 | Collin | Plano ISD, Wylie ISD | $555,500 |
Lavon | 11,888 | 4,469 | Collin | Community ISD, Wylie ISD | $394,300 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts. Census home values are owner-reported survey figures, not a list price or a pricing opinion.
6. What does it cost to own a home in Wylie beyond the mortgage?
- Property taxes: Set by your county, city, school district and any special district, so two Wylie homes can have different rates. File your homestead exemption ($140,000 off school taxes) as soon as you move in.
- HOA dues: Common in Woodbridge, Dominion of Pleasant Valley and the newer neighborhoods. Read the documents before your option period ends.
- Flood zones: Homes near Lake Lavon, Lake Ray Hubbard and their creeks can carry flood zone requirements. Check the flood map for the exact lot.
I covered the flood side here: Flood Zones, Lake Lavon and Lake Ray Hubbard.
7. How do you price and sell a home in Wylie?
Wylie buyers compare every resale to the new construction down the road. Your price has to make sense next to both.
Every listing price I recommend is built from five views: adjusted comparable sales, the MLS tax-roll AVM, an independent AI reasoning pass over the comps, the public Zestimate and current market motion. I recommend a list price and a probable sales price, and you'll see the real math behind both.
- Professional photography and a YouTube video walkthrough, plus a companion Short
- 3D tour or floor plan
- Social and email campaigns built around your home
- Staging and pre-list prep advice, with local vendors I trust
- A weekly seller report, so nothing is a mystery
Keep reading: What Buyers Worry About Before Moving to Wylie.
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Wylie Buyer Checklist
- Which county and school district the exact address falls in
- HOA dues, rules and what the amenities actually include
- Flood zone status, especially near the lakes and creeks
- Whether a PID, MUD or other special assessment applies
- Commute routes to Hwy 78, PGBT and US 75
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Watch: The Wylie Market, Every Month
Every month I break down Wylie closed sales on YouTube: median price, price per square foot, days on market and seller concessions.
Wylie TX Market Report, August 2026
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Why Work With Jeanie Marten Real Estate?
- Licensed in Texas since 1997, broker since 2014, about 1,000 closed transactions
- Sachse resident since 1998, with an office on Hwy 78 that sits between Sachse, Wylie, Murphy and Lavon
- Monthly market reports on YouTube for Sachse, Wylie, Murphy and Lavon
- Sachse Chamber of Commerce Person of the Year and Spirit Award winner
- Multi-year winner, Best Realtor and Best Real Estate Company, The Sachse News
- REALTOR® of the Year, Lake Cities Association of REALTORS®
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Wylie Real Estate FAQ
What county is Wylie, TX in?
Wylie is mostly in Collin County, with portions in Dallas County and Rockwall County. Check the county for the exact address.
Which school district serves Wylie?
Most of Wylie is served by Wylie ISD. Garland ISD serves Dallas County portions, Rockwall ISD serves Rockwall County portions, and small areas fall in Community, Plano and Princeton ISDs. Confirm the attendance zone by exact address.
How far is Wylie from Dallas?
About 24 miles northeast of downtown Dallas by State Highway 78.
How many people live in Wylie?
About 63,800, based on the U.S. Census Bureau's July 2025 estimate, up from 57,526 in the 2020 Census.
Is Wylie or Sachse the better fit?
It depends on what you need. Wylie has more new construction and a historic downtown. Sachse is smaller and split between Garland ISD and Wylie ISD. I sell in both and can walk you through the differences.
How do you price a Wylie home?
I use five inputs: adjusted comparable sales, the MLS tax-roll AVM, an independent AI review of the comps, the public Zestimate and current market motion. Then I recommend a list price and a probable sales price and show you how I got there.
About the Author
Jeanie Marten, Broker/Owner, Jeanie Marten Real Estate. Licensed in Texas since 1997 and a broker since 2014, Jeanie has lived in Sachse since 1998 and has closed about 1,000 residential transactions in Northeast Dallas, including Sachse, Wylie, Murphy, Lavon, Rowlett, Rockwall, Garland, Princeton, Royse City and Fate. She holds the GRI and e-PRO designations. Meet Jeanie · Google reviews
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