14 Top Reasons to Live in Flower Mound, Texas

• Not too big, not too small! Whether you like the country or living in town, Flower Mound is just the right size. It is 43.4 sq miles and has a population of just under 70,000. This size gives you an urban feel without seeming constricted. You can take advantage of small neighborhoods like River Oaks Estates, or buy a rent to own house in larger community-type neighborhoods like Wellington.
• Fun times at the lake! Flower Mound is located on the beaches of Lake Grapevine; at 8,000 acres wide, this is one of the larger lakes found in Texas. It offers many recreation opportunities such as camping, boating, fishing, hiking and water skiing. Flower Mound is also a quick drive away from Lake Lewisville, which is even bigger than Lake Grapevine.
• You can live next to water! Not only can you have a fun weekend at Lake Grapevine, you can also live next to it. There are some beautiful waterfront home choices on High Road or Prince Lane, for example.
• It provides a quick commute! If you like to travel to Dallas, Flower Mound is a great place to hang your hat. It is only a 35 minute commute from Dallas, and you can ride into the city directly using Highway 121 and Highway 114.
• Nature at its finest! A town for nature lovers. Flower Mound is located in the Cross Timbers Region. This is one of the largest natural hardwood forests in the country. It offers lush forests and blackjack oak trees with massive, shady branches. These trees are nestled into sandy, coarse soil and are 200 to 400 years old. Flower Mound is also home to Murrell Park that has breathtaking views of Lake Grapevine.
• A large choice of home prices to fit any budget! You will find homes listed for prices under $100,000 in areas along Cross Timbers Road to over $1 million in planned neighborhoods like Balla Lago. The average price for a home in this area is around $300,000.
• Plenty of shopping and entertainment options! Flower Mound features a unique place to shop. Parker Square is a shopping area that includes an arts district. You can go to the Flower Mound Performing Arts Theater for a show and then shop at Flowers on the Mound, for example.
• Low crime rates! The crime rate in Flower Mound is much lower than other areas in Texas. For example, you can be sure that real estate that you buy in this town will be safe. The property crime rate here is only 1.2%. Compare that to the Dallas' crime rate of 4.08%. Planned communities, like Chateau Du Lac and Bridlewood, can make you feel even safer, too.
• There are many restaurant choices! Parker Square has Ellie's Cantina for delicious bar food, Square One Sidewalk Cafe for a little outdoor fun and the Yellow Rose Steakhouse for date night.
• There is always something going on! You won't be bored in this town. There are events held by Flower Mound on a regular basis, like Stories Under the Stars, the annual Easter egg hunts, and the Texas Musical Festival.
• Home values are higher in Flower Mound! Flower Mound home values average $274,000 while Texas home values average around $127,700. To take advantage of some good deals, try the neighborhoods around Forest Vista Dr. or Morriss Rd.
• Various lot sizes. Whether you want a home on a small lot or something bigger, there are many choices. For example, homes in the Sanctuary neighborhood are on .35 acres while homes in the neighborhood of Emerald Bay sit on larger lots of two acres.
• Stay fit mentally and physically. Flower Mound's Community Activity Center has a pool for swimming, an outdoor waterpark, classes for learning new skills and more. The town also hosts a free, community-wide health initiative called Get Fit Flower Mound.