# Living in Trophy Club, TX: Realust Score 92

> Source: Realust (realust.com), data as of October 2026. Cite: https://realust.com/city/trophy-club/

URL: https://realust.com/city/trophy-club/
County: Denton
Realust Score: 92/100 (A, Excellent), tied for #8 of 84. Base 87 + price-tier bonus 5.
Category scores: Prosperity 100, Schools 79, Safety 95, Lifestyle 89, Market 73, Affordability 86, Commute 67, Growth 69
Median home price: $693K
Population: 13,733
Market momentum: Growing (home prices -0.8% over 1 year, +22.3% over 5 years)

Trophy Club is an upscale, amenity-rich master-planned suburb that suits families and professionals who want strong schools, golf- and lake-oriented recreation, and a well-maintained community in exchange for higher home prices, HOA rules, and above-average taxes and fees. Trophy Club blends newer single-family neighborhoods, golf-course estates, and maintenance-managed housing with parkland, trails, pools and a private/public golf culture; residents enjoy convenient retail and medical access and relatively short drives to Fort Worth with longer, variable commutes to Dallas. The town is car-dependent with modest walkability near amenity centers; expect HOA and possible MUD assessments, layered school-district boundaries, and selective resale demand tied to amenity access and school assignments. Before buying, confirm exact school zoning, read CC&Rs for amenity and exterior rules, check floodplain and insurance needs near lakes or creeks, verify utility providers and any bond or tax obligations, and test your commute during peak hours to ensure the location fits daily life and long term resale plans.

Strengths:
- Known as one of the safer, more peaceful suburban communities in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
- For golf enthusiasts and those who enjoy country club living, Trophy Club offers world-class facilities.
- Excellent public school options through NISD attract families.

Trade-offs:
- Home prices and taxes are above average compared to many other DFW suburbs.
- Nightlife and cultural amenities are more limited locally, with many resorting to nearby Southlake, Grapevine, or Dallas for evening entertainment.
- As Trophy Club grows, balancing development with its character and infrastructure needs remains a focus

Data:
- Demographics / Population: Total Population 13,733; People per sq mile 3,405; 5-Year Growth +14.9%
- Demographics / Mobility & Migration: Moved Last Year 6.3%; Same Home 1+ Year 93.7%; From Out of State 1.1%; From Different County 3.2%
- Demographics / Age Distribution: Under 18 24.6%; 25-34 8.8%; 35-44 11.6%; 65+ 11.5%; Median Age 43.1 years
- Demographics / Households: Avg Household Size 2.9; Family Households 84.8%; Homeownership Rate 88.2%; With Kids 42.5%; Married 78.6%; Single Parent 3.0%; Living Alone 13.3%; Seniors Alone 7.9%
- Demographics / Education Level: High School+ 97.0%; Bachelor's+ 67.6%; Graduate Degree 23.6%
- Demographics / Connectivity & Remote Work: Broadband Access 98.0%; Have Computer 98.7%; Work From Home 23.3%
- Real Estate / Home Prices: Per Sq Ft $249; Starter Home $559,000; Median Price $692,927; Premium Home $1,600,000
- Real Estate / Home Price Trends: 1-Year Change -0.8%; 5-Year Change +22.3%
- Real Estate / Market Health: Active Listings 184; Median Days on Market 66; Under Contract 21.4%; Price Reduced 11.3%; Sale-to-List Ratio 98.2%
- Real Estate / Market Insights: Cheaper to Rent $188/mo; Balanced 3.7 mo; Rental Yield 6.3%; Income to Buy 3.4x; vs Region Avg +11%
- Real Estate / Fit Scores: Remote Work Fit 78; Family Fit 58; Investment 96
- Real Estate / Typical Home: Sq Ft 3,420; Beds 4; Baths 3.8; Lot Sq Ft 11,367; Year Built 2003; Garage 2.4-car
- Real Estate / Property Mix: Single Family 77.4%; Townhome 0%; Condo 0%
- Real Estate / Common Features: Pool 30.2%; Garage 92.5%; Single Story 17%; Fireplace 90.6%; Central Air 83%; Waterfront 1.9%
- Real Estate / Costs & Ownership: Est. Monthly Payment $3,838; Median Rent $3,650; Avg HOA Fee $102/mo; Have HOA 60.4%
- Real Estate / Investment Indicators: Rental Vacancy 0%; New Construction 17%; Per Bedroom $215,127
- Lifestyle / Lifestyle Scores: Area Feel Rural; Family Friendly 8.7; Outdoor Activities 4.7; Nightlife 6.7; Health & Fitness 7.3; Diversity 6; Weather 6.7
- Lifestyle / Nearby Amenities (within 5 miles): Restaurants 60+; Parks 60+; Gyms 46; Grocery 7; Coffee 40; Bars 41; Theaters 3; Daycares 60+; Hospitals 30; Pharmacies 23; Dentists 60+; Libraries 3; Dog Parks 60+; Museums 3
- Lifestyle / Getting Around: Walk Score 27; Bike Score 25
- Lifestyle / Seasonal Temperatures (high / low): January 57° / 39°; April 74° / 55°; July 95° / 77°; October 77° / 58°
- Lifestyle / Annual Conditions: Sunny Days/Year 226; Rainy Days/Year 139; Annual Rainfall 47"
- Crime & Safety / Safety Overview: Safety Grade A; Violent crime (per 1,000) 0.29; Property crime (per 1,000) 2.91
- Crime & Safety / Violent Crime (per 100,000): Assault 14.66; Robbery 0; Murder 0; Rape 0
- Crime & Safety / Property Crime (per 100,000): Burglary 29.32; Theft 344.47; Vehicle Theft 21.99
- Job Market / Income: Median Household $201,054; Average Household $248,071; Per Capita $87,133
- Job Market / Employment: Unemployment Rate 2.0%; Job Growth (1 yr) +4.2%; Poverty Rate 2.1%
- Job Market / Income Distribution: $150k+ 63.6%; $100k-$150k 18.1%; $75k-$100k 5.2%; $50k-$75k 5.9%; $25k-$50k 2.8%; Under $25k 4.4%
- Education / School District: Primary district Northwest ISD; District Grade A-; State Ranking Top 27%
- Education / Schools: Elementary 23; Middle 7; High School 5
- Education / Middle Schools: Medlin Middle A (93)
- Education / Academic Info: Student-Teacher Ratio 15.3:1
- Education / College Readiness (Class of 2023): Took SAT/ACT 96%; College Ready 22.3%; TSI Ready 35.9%
- Transportation / Mobility Scores: Walk Score 27; Bike Score 25
- Transportation / Commute: Avg Minutes 25; Drive Alone 63.3%; Carpool 12.1%; Work from Home 23.3%
- Transportation / Distance To: Downtown Dallas 30.7 mi; DFW Airport 12 mi; Love Field 27.4 mi
- Transportation / EV Charging: Public Stations 16; DC Fast Ports 10; Level 2 Ports 47
- Cost of Living / Cost Index (100 = National Average): Overall 100; Housing 113; Utilities 97; Groceries 100; Transportation 102; Healthcare 100
- Cost of Living / Monthly Utilities: Electric $142; Water $52; Gas $44; Internet $72
- Cost of Living / Everyday Costs: Monthly Groceries (Family of 4) $823; Gas Price (per gallon) $2.82
- Cost of Living / Taxes: Sales Tax Rate 8.3%; Property Tax Rate 2.2%

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