Growing city with new-construction homes and quality schools
Founded in 1844 by Colonel James E. Patton and initially named “Possum Trot,” the city of Red Oak was named because of the Red Oak Creek and the abundance of Oak Trees lining it. Later in the 19th century, the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad made its way to Red Oak, making it a more attractive community, and it connected it to Dallas and Waco. Today, the city continues to grow due to the outward expansion of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Red Oak has a population of over 14,000, a 32 percent increase since 2010. New construction homes, a quality school system and proximity to Interstate 35 have helped the city’s growth and attracted new homebuyers to the area.
“Mainly, they are commuters,” says Kristi Hiller, a Realtor with Century 21 Judge Fite Company. “Most of them commute into Dallas and surrounding areas. Red Oak is known for aerospace.” The aerospace industry is two of Red Oak’s three largest employers: the Red Oak Independent School District, Qarbon Aerospace and Bombardier U.S. Aerospace.
Red Oak, TX offers residents a quiet oasis near the city.
Bombardier U.S. Aerospace is among the largest employers in Red Oak, TX.
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New construction properties in The Oaks
“Their housing market in the last few years has had tremendous growth,” Hiller says. “There are quite a few new developments popping up there.” Homes in Red Oak range from ranch-style properties built in the late 20th century to new-construction properties in new developments like The Oaks. This community’s amenities include trails, a dog park, a community center, a pool and a playground. The Oaks is the largest new residential development in Red Oak. The median home price in Red Oak is $390,000, lower than the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area median price of $399,000, according to the Texas Real Estate Research Center.
Red Oak, TX is abound with older, ranch-style homes.
The Oaks is a newly built community of larger, modern homes in Red Oak, TX.
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Hiking and biking at the Oaks Trail Park
Red Oak has eight parks, including the Oaks Trail Park, which has a biking trail, walking trails and six workout stations. Disc golfers can get a round in at the Cherry Creek Nature Preserve. Pickup basketball can be played on the Hargrove Park and Watkins Park courts. Just north of Red Oak in Lancaster is the Bear Creek Nature Park, which has an equestrian trail, fishing pier/pond, and hiking trails.
Watkins Park is centrally located in Red Oak, TX, with clean, accessible facilites.
Bear Creek Nature Park welcomes visitors with lush landscaping in Red Oak, TX.
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Dual credit opportunities through RED Oak ISD
Students here attend the Red Oak Independent School District, which earns a B-plus grade from Niche. The district serves over 6,000 students across seven campuses. It has partnerships with Texas State Technical College North Texas (TSTC), the University of Texas at Arlington and Navarro College to allow high school students to earn an associate’s degree through a dual credit curriculum.
Red Oak Middle School is the only public middle school in Red Oak, TX.
Red Oak High School in Red Oak, TX is rated a "B+" by Niche.
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Family fun at B&B Theatres
Big box stores and chain restaurants can be found along Ovilla Road. B&B Theatres Red Oak 12 is an entertainment center off Harmony Way that offers bowling, arcade games, pickleball, movies and lawn games. More big box stores and chain restaurants are located along U.S. Route 77, 11 miles south in Waxahachie.
B&B Theatres is a recent addition to Red Oak, TX.
B-Roll Bowling offers Red Oak, TX locals a fun and safe place to spend an evening or afternoon.
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City of Red Oak events
Red Oak White and Blue is a Fourth of July celebration put on by the City of Red Oak and includes games, rides and live entertainment, all leading up to a fireworks show. The Christmas in Red Oak event features a parade, hot chocolate and holiday crafts. Santa is there and takes pictures with the children.
Red Oak residents celebrate the 4th of July and are patriotic year-round,
Dates and times for events, like Red Oak's Christmas, can be found on the Red Oak, TX website.
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Interstate 35 leads to Dallas
Interstate 35 runs through Red Oak and leads to Dallas, about 20 miles north. Texas State Highway connects with U.S. Route 77 on the south side of Red Oak. The Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is about 35 miles away, while Fort Worth is about 42 miles. Crescent Regional Hospital is the closest hospital, about 6 miles north in Lancaster.
Red Oak crime and weather
According to the Red Oak Police Department, crimes against property increased in 2023, while crimes against persons and crimes against society both decreased.
Red Oak is prone to tornadoes and wildfires and experiences extreme heat in the summer and mild winters.
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On average, homes in Red Oak, TX sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Red Oak, TX over the last 12 months is $389,900, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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