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Real Estate & Homes in Frisco - Texas - Frisco, Texas homes and communities FriscoFrisco HistoryFrisco was once a sleepy agricultural town, but it's now among the fastest-growing cities in the country. Located in Collin and Denton counties, this family-oriented community offers excellent schools, a pro-business government and an abundance of recreational opportunities.Although the city had just under 34,000 residents in 2000, it's projected to have 75,825 people by January 2005. Frisco has expanded tremendously in recent years, but the city has done an excellent job of assuring quality of life for its residents. There are dozens of parks and recreational facilities, and the schools are considered among the best in the state. The Frisco Independent School District is accomplished in academics, athletics and fine arts. The district offers the best in a well-rounded education for students in Frisco and some surrounding communities. Like the rest of the town, Frisco’s real estate market is booming. From charming townhouses to scenic lots for custom building, you're sure to find the property you seek. ActivitiesFrisco's 19 parks span more than 550 acres and provide a variety of amenities, including soccer fields; baseball diamonds; playground equipment; and basketball, tennis and volleyball courts. The Warren Sports Complex offers an eight-acre lake stocked with black bass and channel catfish. Golf, fishing and park facilities are available along with baseball, tennis, basketball, volleyball, soccer leagues and swimming.Fitness buffs can work out at the Alumni Fitness Center, located on the Collin County Community College Preston Ridge Campus. The physical education facility offers indoor swimming at its natatorium. Swimming is also available year round in the municipal pool located at Youth Center Park. Hiking and biking trails are located in Preston Lakes Linear Park, Shawnee Trail, Oakbrook Park, Starwood Development Trail and Warren Sports Complex. One of the city's best-known facilities is the Superdrome, a world-class track cycling facility. Since first opening in 1998, the Superdrome has hosted and managed several prestigious cycling competitions, including the Olympic Trials in spring 2000. Frisco recently added a minor league ballpark that features a farm club of the Texas Rangers. The area is also home to the Byron Nelson Golf Classic and MasterCard Colonial golf tournaments. And the Texas Motor Speedway and Lone Star Park offer thrills for racing enthusiasts. The fine arts take center stage at Frisco's Association for the Arts. The annual Holiday Pops concert is among the most successful events in the city. And the Frisco Community Theater is a local troupe that presents drama, comedy, children's theater, and musical productions of original works and popular favorites. Frisco Fast FactsLocation: Frisco is located about 28 miles north of Dallas*Total area: 70.04 square miles *Population: 33,714 *Housing units: 13,683 Average annual rainfall: 41.01 inches Average temperatures: 82ºF in summer, 42ºF in winter *Information provided by 2000 Census Schools There are 17 public schools in Frisco. The local school district is considered one of the best in the state and is rapidly expanding to meet demand. HomesFrisco has a wide variety of real estate options, including single-family detached homes, condominiums and townhouses. Many residences are located on tree-filled lots or are close to wooded areas and golf courses. Houses with such features as fireplaces and swimming pools are available in subdivisions such as Stonebriar Creek, Starwood and Villages of Stonebriar Park.Although the majority of housing options are single-family homes, there are some condos and townhouses available. Because of the explosive growth in Frisco, land and lots for custom building are available, but they are going fast. Where is Frisco?
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