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New Homes in Celina, TX
If you’re searching for new homes in Celina, TX, you’re in the right place. Celina is one of the fastest-growing cities in North Texas – top-rated Celina ISD schools, a charming historic downtown, and easy access to the Dallas North Tollway make it one of the most sought-after addresses in Collin County. UnionMain Homes builds two communities in Celina, each offering a semi-custom approach that lets you make the home genuinely yours.
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Living in Celina
Celina keeps the feel of a small Texas town while the metroplex grows up around it. Life here centers on the historic downtown square, Friday-night football, and neighbors who know each other by name, which makes new homes in Celina, TX a natural fit for families who want room to breathe without giving up big-city access. The result is established small-town character paired with brand-new streets, schools, and amenities.
Getting Around
Celina straddles Collin and Denton counties at the northern edge of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. Preston Road (Highway 289) and the extending Dallas North Tollway run south into the Frisco and Plano job centers — Legacy West, The Star, and Stonebriar among them — in about 30 to 40 minutes. Downtown Dallas and DFW International Airport both sit under an hour away by tollway. The commute suits professionals across the northern suburbs who want a calmer drive than the cities closer in.
Schools in Celina
Celina ISD is a genuine point of local pride and a major reason families move here. The district posts above-average academic results and earns strong ratings on Niche, GreatSchools, and SchoolDigger, with smaller class sizes and new campuses opening to keep pace with growth. It is also home to one of the most storied programs in Texas football history — the Celina Bobcats have won dozens of UIL state titles and once held one of the longest winning streaks in the state — so Friday nights are a true community event.
Things to Do in Celina
The historic downtown square anchors life in Celina, lined with local shops and restaurants and hosting more than 25 events a year. Spring brings Cajun Fest, home to what organizers call the biggest crawfish boil in North Texas, and the Celina Balloon Festival at Old Celina Park draws tens of thousands for tethered rides and an evening balloon glow. Christmas on the Square and the summer Splash and Blast round out the calendar, while Old Celina Park adds ball fields, trails, and open green space. For bigger shopping trips, Frisco and Prosper sit a short drive south.
New Homes in Celina
Celina has grown from a few thousand residents into one of the nation's fastest-expanding cities, yet your dollar still stretches further here than in the built-out suburbs closer to Dallas. Buyers get master-planned neighborhoods, new schools, and that increasingly rare small-town identity so close to a major metro. A brand-new UnionMain home in Celina is a chance to plant roots in a community clearly on the rise while it still feels like a place where everyone knows the square.
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COMMON QUESTIONSHome Buyers Ask
Why are people moving to Celina, Texas?
Celina offers a small-town atmosphere with convenient access to the employment, shopping, dining and entertainment destinations of North Texas. Buyers are also drawn to the area’s highly regarded schools, expanding infrastructure and growing selection of thoughtfully planned communities.
Are new construction homes available in Celina, TX?
Yes. UnionMain Homes offers new construction opportunities in Celina, including homes in Cambridge Crossing and Legacy Hills. Availability may include Quick Move-In homes as well as opportunities to select a floor plan and personalize a new home.
How far is Celina from Frisco and Dallas?
Celina is located north of Frisco and provides access to major North Texas employment centers through the Dallas North Tollway and surrounding roadways. Drive times vary based on the home’s location, traffic and ongoing roadway construction.
What types of new homes are available in Celina?
New homes in Celina may include one- and two-story designs, open-concept living areas, flexible spaces, spacious kitchens, primary suites and a variety of garage and homesite options. Available features vary by community and floor plan.
Does Celina have shopping and restaurants nearby?
Celina offers local shopping, restaurants, community events and a historic downtown area. Residents can also reach the extensive retail and entertainment options available in Prosper, Frisco and McKinney.
How can I tour a UnionMain home in Celina?
Buyers can contact UnionMain Homes to schedule a tour of available homes and model homes in Celina. Tour availability, sales-center hours and self-guided tour options may vary by community.