# Living in The Grove Frisco, Texas: A Local Guide from Kim

By Kim Elmer, REALTOR®, ABR® · Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors · Last reviewed October 2026
Canonical page: https://www.kimelmerrealty.com/communities/the-grove

> The Grove (Frisco, TX): 735-acre master-planned community in east Frisco opened by Newland in 2018, with Orchard House, resort-style pools and 4.5 miles of trails.

## 1. Quick Answer

The Grove Frisco is a 735-acre master-planned community in east Frisco, Texas, in Collin County. It sits off Custer Road near Main Street. Newland opened it in 2018, and builders are still adding homes north of Main Street. Most homes are single-family houses built since 2018, and there are some townhomes. Residents share the Orchard House amenity center, resort-style pools, a splash pad, parks, and trails. It fits buyers who want a newer home, shared amenities, and an active HOA.

## 2. At-a-Glance Facts

| **Fact** | **Detail** |
| --- | --- |
| Location | East Frisco, off Custer Road between Rolater Road and Main Street, with a newer section north of Main |
| County | Collin |
| ZIP code | 75035 |
| Founded/developed | Land purchased in 2016; grand opening June 2018 (Newland) |
| Population | Not published for The Grove. [City of Frisco estimate](https://www.friscotexas.gov/1454/Population): 249,246 |
| Home types | Single-family homes on 40-, 55-, 74-, and 95-foot lots; townhomes |
| Median price | Contact Kim for current market figures |
| HOA | Yes, managed onsite by [Cohere](https://coherelife.com/communities/the-grove-frisco-tx/) |
| School district | [Frisco ISD](https://www.friscoisd.org/attendance-zones) |
| Nearest airport | [McKinney National Airport (DTX)](https://www.mckinneytexas.org/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/7018), with commercial service scheduled to start Nov. 11, 2026. DFW International and Dallas Love Field are each about 25 miles from Frisco |
| Nearest hospital | Several in Frisco and McKinney (see Healthcare) |
| Known for | Orchard House amenity center, resort-style pools, trails and pocket parks, pecan trees |

## 3. History

Newland and its joint venture partner, North America Sekisui House (NASH), bought 729 acres in Frisco for a future master-planned community and closed on the purchase on June 15, 2016 ([Newland](https://www.newlandco.com/blog?tag=Frisco)). Newland held the grand opening on June 23, 2018, for a 735-acre community off Custer Road between Main Street and Rolater Road ([Community Impact](https://communityimpact.com/dallas-fort-worth/frisco/guides/2018/07/18/close-up-the-grove-by-newland-communities/)).

Orchard House opened as the community's first amenity center. Newland lists a 2019 Best Community Amenity award from the Dallas Business Journal ([Newland](https://www.newlandco.com/communities/the-grove-frisco/)).

Growth north of Main Street came next. The Planning & Zoning Commission first reviewed plans for this section in 2017 and denied them for having too much density. Frisco City Council later approved about 328 acres at the northwest corner of Custer Road and Main Street for single-family homes, up to 425 apartments, and retail ([Community Impact](https://communityimpact.com/frisco/development/frisco-city-council-oks-328-acre-development-at-custer-road-and-main-street/)). That approval came in 2022, and the community is about a mile from the "Four Corners," where Frisco, Plano, McKinney, and Allen meet ([Community Impact](https://communityimpact.com/dallas-fort-worth/frisco/development/2025/07/01/the-grove-frisco-debuts-new-homes-with-brookfield-residential)).

Ownership of the developer has also changed. Newland is now part of Brookfield Residential ([Brookfield Residential](https://www.brookfieldresidentialland.com/newland)). Brookfield Residential chose The Grove Frisco as its first homebuilding location in the Dallas market, with model homes opening in early 2025 ([Brookfield Residential](https://dfw.brookfieldresidential.com/news/meet-brookfield)).

Retail is next. Frisco's Planning and Zoning Commission approved 7.5 acres of new retail on the southwest corner of Custer Road and Main Street as part of The Grove Frisco ([Community Impact](https://communityimpact.com/frisco/development/the-grove-frisco-to-add-retail-restaurants-at-custer-road-and-main-street/)).

## 4. Home Types

**Build era.** Nearly every home in The Grove was built in 2018 or later, and the community has both single-family homes and townhomes. There are no older resale homes here. Every home is new construction or a resale of a home that is only a few years old.

**Lot widths.** Builders here have offered homes on several lot widths:

- 40-foot and 55-foot lots. Brookfield Residential builds traditional single-family homes on these lots in the newest section north of Main Street ([Brookfield Residential](https://www.brookfieldresidential.com/new-homes/texas/dallas-fort-worth-area/frisco/the-grove/40-traditional)).
- 74-foot and 95-foot lots. Highland Homes offers its plans on these larger lots ([Highland Homes](https://highlandhomes.com/dfw/frisco/the-grove-frisco)).
- Townhomes. The city approved zoning for patio homes, townhomes, multifamily, and retail within The Grove Frisco ([Community Impact](https://communityimpact.com/frisco/news/the-grove-frisco-townhomes-multifamily-retail-approved-by-planning-and-zoning-commission/)).

**Home sizes.**

- Chesmar lists plans from 2,440 to 4,240 square feet ([Chesmar](https://www.chesmar.com/c/42860000)).
- Highland's larger plans reach 5,388 square feet with five bedrooms and four-car garages ([Highland Homes](https://highlandhomes.com/dfw/frisco/the-grove-frisco)).

**Builders.** Builders who have built here include Highland Homes, Chesmar Homes, Brookfield Residential, Shaddock Homes, American Legend, and Trophy Signature Homes. Shaddock's 40-foot lot section is listed as sold out. The builder lineup changes as sections sell out.

**Active builder model homes:**

| **Name** | **Address** | **Phone** | **Website** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Highland Homes (74- and 95-foot lots) | 16264 Dalea Drive, Frisco, TX 75035 | 972-801-2311 | [highlandhomes.com](https://highlandhomes.com/dfw/frisco/the-grove-frisco) |
| Chesmar Homes | 9404 Basket Grass Lane, Frisco, TX 75035 | 682-688-9233 | [chesmar.com](https://www.chesmar.com/c/42860000) |
| Brookfield Residential | See builder website | See builder website | [dfw.brookfieldresidential.com](https://dfw.brookfieldresidential.com/home-hub) |

**Prices.** Ask me for current pricing in The Grove. I report market figures from monthly MLS data, labeled with the month and year.

## 5. HOA and Taxes

**HOA.** The Grove Frisco has a master HOA. [Cohere](https://coherelife.com/communities/the-grove-frisco-tx/) provides HOA management and resident engagement for the community, from an office at 15480 Crape Myrtle Rd., Frisco, TX 75035. The office email is [thegrovefrisco@coherelife.com](mailto:thegrovefrisco@coherelife.com) and the phone is 469-294-6180.

HOA membership gives residents access to shared amenities:

- Orchard House
- The pools and splash pad
- The fitness center
- Neighborhood parks and trails

Like most master-planned communities, The Grove has deed restrictions covering exterior changes, landscaping, and similar items. Review the governing documents before you buy.

**HOA fees and rules change. Please confirm current fees and rules directly with the HOA.**

**Property taxes.** Homes in The Grove are taxed by several entities:

- Collin County
- City of Frisco
- Frisco ISD
- Any applicable special district

The [Collin Central Appraisal District](https://collincad.org) at 250 Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney, Texas 75069 (469-742-9200) handles property values and records. You can look up any property's appraisal record at [collincad.org](https://collincad.org). If you buy a home as your primary residence, file for the homestead exemption through Collin CAD.

## 6. Lifestyle

### Amenities Inside The Grove

**Orchard House.** The Orchard House amenity center has a bakery and café, a fitness center, an open lawn and pavilion for events, and a "water oasis" with two resort-style pools and a children's splash pad ([Highland Homes](https://highlandhomes.com/dfw/frisco/the-grove-frisco)).

**Trails and open space.** Newland planned 90 acres of open space and 4.5 miles of trails ([Newland](https://www.newlandco.com/communities/the-grove-frisco/)).

**Neighborhood parks.** Named parks and spaces include Adventure Park and Playground, Butterfly Park, Explorer Park, Gartner Bark Park, Grove Field, Hammock Park, and Orchard Park ([Brookfield Residential](https://www.brookfieldresidential.com/new-homes/texas/dallas-fort-worth-area/frisco/the-grove/40-traditional)).

**Mainstay amenity center.** Mainstay is planned to include an adventure playground, a yoga lawn, four pickleball courts, a horseshoe-shaped pool with a pool house, and poolside grills ([Brookfield Residential](https://dfw.brookfieldresidential.com/news/mainstay)). It is the community's third resort-style pool and was set to open north of Main Street in 2026 ([Chesmar](https://www.chesmar.com/c/42860000)).

**Future city park.** The City of Frisco named a 7.6-acre undeveloped park site inside The Grove near Custer Road and Main Street "Buffalo Ridge Park," after its high elevation and the buffalo that once migrated through Frisco ([City of Frisco](https://www.friscotexas.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1209)).

### Clubs and Activities

Residents describe Cohere-run programming that includes book clubs, Culture Night, and resident-led hackathons ([Cohere](https://coherelife.com/communities/the-grove-frisco-tx/)). The community also started a charitable initiative called Grove Gives ([Newland](https://www.newlandco.com/blog?tag=Frisco)).

### Golf

Fields Ranch at Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa has two public 18-hole championship courses: Fields Ranch East, designed by Gil Hanse, and Fields Ranch West, designed by Beau Welling. Public tee times are booked 7 days in advance ([Omni](https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/pga-frisco/golf/fields-ranch-east)). Upcoming championships there include the 2027 and 2034 PGA Championship ([PGA Frisco](https://pgafrisco.com/faq/)).

| **Name** | **Address** | **Phone** | **Website** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Fields Ranch at Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa | 4341 PGA Parkway, Frisco, TX 75033 | See website | [pgafrisco.com](https://pgafrisco.com/faq/) |

### City Recreation and Community Facilities

| **Name** | **Address** | **Phone** | **Website** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Frisco Athletic Center | 5828 Nancy Jane Lane, Frisco, TX 75035 | 972-292-6600 | [friscotexas.gov](https://www.friscotexas.gov/1474/Hours) |
| The Grove at Frisco Commons (city active-adult center) | 8300 McKinney Road, Frisco, TX 75034 | 972-292-6550 | [friscotexas.gov/Seniors](https://www.friscotexas.gov/Seniors) |
| Frisco Public Library | 8000 Dallas Parkway, Frisco, TX 75034 | 972-292-5669 | [Library listing](https://librarytechnology.org/library/10161) |

The Grove at Frisco Commons is the City of Frisco's active-adult center. It is not part of The Grove Frisco community. The two names are easy to confuse.

Frisco broke ground on April 27, 2026, on Grand Park, a planned 1,000-plus-acre park west of the Dallas North Tollway. Its first phase includes an amphitheater, a pond, and walking trails ([Community Impact](https://communityimpact.com/frisco/government/a-generational-gift-frisco-begins-construction-on-1011-acre-grand-park/)).

### Dining, Shopping, and Entertainment

| **Name** | **Address** | **Phone** | **Website** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Stonebriar Centre | 2601 Preston Road, Frisco, TX 75034 | 972-668-4900 | [shopstonebriar.com](https://www.shopstonebriar.com) |
| The Star in Frisco (Dallas Cowboys World Headquarters) | One Cowboys Way, Frisco, TX 75034 | 972-497-4060 (tours) | [thestarinfrisco.com](https://www.thestarinfrisco.com/tours/) |

[Universal Kids Resort](https://www.universalkidsresort.com) opened in Frisco on July 1, 2026 ([Community Impact](https://communityimpact.com/dallas-fort-worth/frisco/business/2026/05/28/universal-kids-resort-sets-july-1-opening-date/)). Closer to home, new retail is approved at the Custer Road and Main Street corners (see History).

### Healthcare

| **Name** | **Address** | **Phone** | **Website** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Centennial | 12505 Lebanon Road, Frisco, TX 75035 | 469-764-8000 | [bswhealth.com](https://cd-prod.bswhealth.com/medical-professionals/referrals/or-scheduler) |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – McKinney | 5252 W. University Drive, McKinney, TX 75071 | 469-764-1000 | [bswhealth.com](https://bswhealth.com/locations/mckinney-hospital/phone-directory) |
| Medical City McKinney | 4500 Medical Center Drive, McKinney, TX 75069 | 972-547-8000 | [medicalcityhealthcare.com](https://www.medicalcityhealthcare.com/locations/medical-city-mckinney-hospital/) |

### Schools

The Grove is in Frisco ISD. School assignments differ by section of the community. Frisco ISD reviews enrollment projections every fall and adjusts campus boundaries when needed. The district offers an address search tool and asks families near a boundary to contact the district to confirm. Check any address at [friscoisd.org/attendance-zones](https://www.friscoisd.org/attendance-zones) before you buy.

### Getting Around

- **Main roads.** Custer Road, Main Street, and Independence Parkway border the community. SH 121 (Sam Rayburn Tollway), the Dallas North Tollway, and US 75 are the main regional routes.
- **Airports.** The McKinney National Airport (DTX) passenger terminal is scheduled to open on Nov. 11, 2026. Avelo Airlines plans nonstop service to Atlanta, Denver, Nashville, and New Orleans starting in mid-December 2026 ([City of McKinney](https://www.mckinneytexas.org/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/7018)). Frisco is about 25 miles from both Dallas Love Field and DFW International Airport ([Frisco, Texas](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frisco,_Texas)).

### Annual Events

- **Frisco Freedom Fest.** Frisco Freedom Fest on July 3 and 4 is the City of Frisco's official Independence Day celebration ([City of Frisco](https://www.friscotexas.gov/221/Special-Events)).
- **Merry Main Street.** This holiday event includes a Santa parade, a holiday gift market, food vendors, a tree lighting, and elementary school choir performances.
- **Official events calendar.** City of Frisco events are listed at [friscotexas.gov/calendar.aspx](https://www.friscotexas.gov/calendar.aspx). Resident events for The Grove are announced through the HOA and [Cohere](https://coherelife.com/communities/the-grove-frisco-tx/).

### Who Thrives Here

**This community tends to suit people who:**

- Want a newer home without a full custom build.
- Plan to use the pools, fitness center, trails, and pickleball courts regularly.
- Like organized neighborhood events and an active HOA.
- Want quick access to SH 121 and the Frisco, Plano, McKinney, and Allen corridors.

**Honest trade-offs:**

- **Construction.** Home building is still going on north of Main Street, so expect construction traffic and activity for a while.
- **Young landscaping.** Trees and landscaping are newer than in older Frisco neighborhoods.
- **Lot sizes.** Many lots are moderate in size.
- **HOA rules.** Exterior changes require HOA approval.
- **School zoning.** School assignments vary by section and can change when Frisco ISD redraws boundaries.

## 7. Buying Tips

1. **Confirm the section.** The Grove has phases south and north of Main Street, with different builders, lot widths, and amenity centers. Know which phase a home is in before you compare prices.
2. **Ask about special districts.** Before you write an offer, ask whether the home is in a PID or MUD, and check the Collin CAD record and tax bill for any special assessment lines.
3. **Request HOA documents early.** Get the resale certificate, governing documents, and current fee schedule from the HOA during your option period. Read the architectural rules if you plan to add a pool, patio cover, or fence.
4. **Verify school assignment by address.** Use Frisco ISD's attendance zone tool. Do not rely on a listing or a builder flyer.
5. **Inspect new construction in stages.** On a builder home, hire your own inspector for pre-drywall and final walkthroughs, and schedule an 11-month warranty inspection.
6. **Compare resale to builder incentives.** Builders here have advertised financing incentives. Weigh a nearly new resale home, where the trees and window coverings are already in, against a new build with an incentive.
7. **File your homestead exemption.** After closing, file with Collin CAD.

## 8. Selling Tips

1. **Price against new construction.** Buyers compare your home to builder inventory a few streets away, including incentives. Set your price with current MLS data.
2. **Lead with amenity access.** Put Orchard House, the pools, trails, and the nearest park in your listing photos and description.
3. **Document upgrades.** List builder options and post-closing improvements, such as flooring, outdoor living, an EV charger, or epoxy garage floors. Buyers here compare features plan by plan.
4. **Transfer warranties.** Gather any remaining builder structural warranty paperwork and roof or HVAC documents for buyers.
5. **Order HOA documents early.** Request the resale certificate as soon as you list, so the paperwork does not slow down closing.
6. **State school zoning accurately.** Tell buyers to verify the assignment with Frisco ISD instead of promising specific campuses.
7. **Time your listing with data.** I use monthly MLS data to pick a list date based on current inventory and days on market in The Grove.

## 9. FAQs

**How much do homes cost in The Grove Frisco?**

Prices vary by builder, lot width, and section. I track current figures from monthly MLS data. Contact me for the latest numbers in The Grove.

**Does The Grove Frisco have HOA fees?**

Yes. The Grove Frisco has a master HOA managed onsite by Cohere, and dues help pay for amenities like Orchard House and the pools. HOA fees and rules change, so confirm current fees and rules directly with the HOA.

**Where is The Grove Frisco located?**

The Grove Frisco is in east Frisco, in Collin County, ZIP code 75035. It sits off Custer Road between Rolater Road and Main Street, with a newer section north of Main. It is about a mile from the Four Corners, where Frisco, Plano, McKinney, and Allen meet.

**What school district serves The Grove Frisco?**

The Grove Frisco is in Frisco ISD. Assigned campuses vary by section and can change when the district adjusts boundaries. Check any address with [Frisco ISD's attendance zone tool](https://www.friscoisd.org/attendance-zones).

**What amenities does The Grove Frisco have?**

The Grove Frisco has the Orchard House amenity center with a café and bakery, a fitness center, an event lawn and pavilion, two resort-style pools, and a splash pad. It also has miles of trails and named neighborhood parks, including a dog park. A third amenity center, Mainstay, was planned to open north of Main Street in 2026.

**What types of homes are in The Grove Frisco?**

The Grove Frisco has single-family homes on lot widths from 40 to 95 feet, plus townhomes. Nearly all homes were built in 2018 or later. Builders include Highland Homes, Chesmar Homes, and Brookfield Residential.

**Are new homes still being built in The Grove Frisco?**

Yes. Builders are still building in the section north of Main Street. Brookfield Residential opened its first homes there in 2025.

**When was The Grove Frisco built?**

Newland and North America Sekisui House bought the land in 2016 and held the grand opening in June 2018. The section north of Main Street was approved by Frisco City Council in 2022.

**How far is The Grove Frisco from the airport?**

Frisco is about 25 miles from both DFW International Airport and Dallas Love Field. McKinney National Airport is scheduled to start commercial passenger service on Nov. 11, 2026.

**Is there golf near The Grove Frisco?**

Yes. Fields Ranch at Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa has two public 18-hole championship courses. Fields Ranch East will host the 2027 PGA Championship.

**What is there to do near The Grove Frisco?**

Inside the community, residents use the pools, trails, parks, and organized events. Nearby options include Stonebriar Centre, The Star in Frisco, Universal Kids Resort, and the Frisco Athletic Center.

**Is The Grove Frisco the same as The Grove at Frisco Commons?**

No. The Grove Frisco is a residential master-planned community. The Grove at Frisco Commons is the City of Frisco's active-adult center on McKinney Road.

**What are the pros and cons of living in The Grove Frisco?**

The pros are newer homes, shared pools and an amenity center, trails, organized events, and access to major highways. The trade-offs are ongoing construction north of Main, younger landscaping, moderate lot sizes, HOA rules, and school zones that can change.

**Who manages the HOA in The Grove Frisco?**

Cohere manages the HOA. Its onsite office is at 15480 Crape Myrtle Rd., Frisco, TX 75035, phone 469-294-6180.

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Fees, rules and market figures change; cite this guide with its last-reviewed date (October 2026). Not legal, tax or financial advice.
Contact: Kim Elmer, Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors, 7705 San Jacinto, Ste 200, Plano, TX 75024, (940) 391-1463, kselmer4@gmail.com. TREC License #0652414.