About 40 miles north of Dallas, Paloma Creek South, as its name suggests, is the southern portion of the master-planned community called Paloma Creek, separated by U.S. Route 380 from its northern portion. The area is located within the town of Little Elm alongside other newly built residential communities, though the Paloma Creek development predates most of the surrounding neighborhoods. “The Paloma area is an older community with newer sections being added,” says Leslie Reeves, a Realtor at Ebby Halliday with about 25 years of experience in the North Dallas area. Most homes in the community were built between 2006 and 2024, and residents have exclusive access to the pools and community recreation amenities. The area also benefits from proximity to Lake Lewisville, which attracts nature lovers, boaters and anglers year-round. Paloma Creek South hugs the upper end of the eastern fork of the lake, and people who live in the community benefit immensely from that proximity. “Little Elm has a large entertainment center on the lake and a public park with swimming access,” Reeves says. “Residents enjoy the small-town feel and easy access to the cities of Frisco, Dallas and Denton.”
Paloma Creek South balances suburban living by Lake Lewisville with proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
Paloma Creek South residents can have fun with friends and family on Lake Lewisville.
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Recreation within Paloma Creek South and alongside Lake Lewisville
Paloma Creek South offers recreation facilities within the community and a few miles south along Lake Lewisville. Walking trails lead to the community’s three amenity centers, each of which has a pool and clubhouse. The Creekside Trail stretches behind homes, connecting green spaces to one another. The Lakeview Trail winds through the woods to Lakeview Amenity Center, where neighbors can barbecue on the community grills. Residents can also tend to the community garden, play on the playground and take dogs to the dog park.
Locals can access Lake Lewisville at Little Elm Park, about 9 miles south. This recreational area has a boat ramp, beach and athletic facilities. The Lakefront at Little Elm is an event space along the lake, which screens outdoor movies and hosts a range of family-friendly events. The dog-friendly Johnny Broyles Nature Trail hugs the shoreline, offering a quiet place for birdwatching, jogging and watching the sunset over the water. When planning outings by the water, locals should be aware that the area can experience thunderstorms and summer temperatures that can reach into the triple digits. There is also an increased risk of tornadoes in the spring.
When it’s too hot or rainy outside, families can consider the Lakefront area’s indoor recreation options. The Cove at the Lakefront is an indoor water park open year-round featuring a lazy river, waterslides and wave simulator. It has a designated “Toddler Time” on Monday and Thursday mornings for young children to play at the water park. The water park is located next to The Rec at the Lakefront, a two-story indoor recreation center with group exercise rooms and kids’ programming.
The Cove at the Lakefront is an indoor water park open year-round featuring a lazy river, waterslides and wave simulator near Paloma Creek South.
The Rec at the Lakefront, is a two-story indoor recreation center with group exercise rooms and kids’ programming near Paloma Creek South.
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The single-family homes of Paloma Creek South
Uniform cul-de-sacs of single-family homes are unobstructed by tall trees and lined with sidewalks. Spacious modern transitional and New Traditional homes with gabled roofs and arched entryways sit on compact lots. Prices range from about $300,000 to $670,000, depending on size. Homes are part of the Paloma Creek Homeowners Association; annual dues are $550.
Paloma Creek South has single-story and two-story homes with manicured lawns.
Spacious modern transitional homes have gabled roofs and arched entryways in Paloma Creek South.
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Denton Independent School District schools within biking distance
Paloma Creek South is served by the Denton Independent School District, rated A-minus on Niche. Catherine Bell Elementary School, rated B-minus, is located in the community, within walking or biking distance of some homes. Navo Middle School is also rated B-minus. Bordering Paloma Creek South, Ray Braswell High is rated B and offers a wide range of extracurriculars, like Asian Student Union, Future Farmers of America and Air Force JROTC.
Navo Middle School in Aubrey focuses on academic excellence and community involvement in Paloma Creek South.
Fostering excellence through academics, arts, and athletics at Braswell High in Paloma Creek South.
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Clubs and events in Paloma Creek South
Residents of the Paloma Creek community can join clubs catering to a variety of interests, from bingo to bunco. Other groups are devoted to volunteering, pickleball and kids’ playdates, making it easy to meet neighbors and foster relationships. Community events include garage sales, holiday parties, and food trucks on Thursday evenings.
Paloma Creek South is near Little Elm, where residents can attend many events, from concerts to circuses.
After enjoying time on the beach, Paloma Creek South residents can hit up Little Elm Park Playground to continue the fun.
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Retailers and restaurants along University Drive
Along University Drive, locals can get a bite to eat at Velvet Taco, which offers vegan and vegetarian options, and a latte at Boundaries Coffee, a regional drive-through chain. Nearby grocery options include Costco Wholesale. On Saturdays, shoppers can buy local at the Little Elm Farmers Market, where vendors offer produce, meat, cookies and more. For more comprehensive shopping, the city of Denton is about 15 miles due west of the neighborhood. There, shoppers will find a Walmart Supercenter and Target, along with Albertson’s, Aldi and a variety of retail and dining options from which to choose.
Costco is a short drive for Paloma Creek South residents who enjoy shopping in bulk.
Sam's Clubs in Denton is only a short drive from Paloma Creek South.
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Driving south to downtown Dallas
Other than walking and biking within the community, Paloma Creek South is a car-dependent area. Baylor Scott & White Emergency Hospital on University Drive is about 2 miles away. Downtown Dallas is about 40 miles south down the Dallas North Tollway, and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport via Interstate 35 is about 30 miles south.
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