$439,433Average Value$242Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Richardson’s slice of verdant heaven
Likely home to more ducks, herons and geese than people, locals say residing in Duck Creek feels more like living on a nature preserve than in a neighborhood. “It’s peaceful here. When you step outside, you hear all the birds,” says resident Shae Addington, a listing specialist with Keller Williams Urban Dallas. “The wildlife is amazing. It’s one square mile of heaven.” Located just north of Dallas, the Richardson neighborhood boasts a verdant surrounding and proximity to Downtown amenities while maintaining a rural-suburban feel.
Duck Creek boasts a verdant surrounding and proximity to Downtown while keeping a rural feel.
Richardson Huffhines Duck Creek Pond Ducks
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Ranch styles offer a rustic suburban setting
The wealth of ranch homes peppered within the neighborhood offer at least 2,000 square feet of living space. “Homes have more traditional styles, and there aren’t many two-story houses,” says Realtor Kim Cunningham of Ebby Halliday, adding that most of the neighborhood’s ranch homes were built in the 70s and 80s. Framed by mature oaks and elms that are common to the area, residences typically rest on quarter-acre lots, providing ample space without being too far from neighbors. “It’s a close-knit community. Everyone knows everyone,” Addington says. Prices for real estate start at $200,000 for a smaller starter ranch and reach up to $550,000, depending on size and amenities like pools. “I would say at least half of the homes have pools, and a quarter have been updated. They’re the ones that get the higher prices,” Addington adds. “When homes are priced correctly, they sell quickly.” According to the CAP Index, the neighborhood has a crime score of 4 out of a possible 10, which is comparable to the U.S. national average.
Duck Creek has some outstanding single story homes with big yards for the family to play in.
Imagine going home to a stunning brick exterior home in Duck Creek.
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Highly rated education and STEM academics
Students here attend schools within the Richardson Independent School District, ranked the fifth-best school district in Dallas County. Kids are split between B-plus-rated Dartmouth Elementary School and A-minus-rated Yale Elementary. Dartmouth Elementary and Apollo Junior High School are both centrally located within the neighborhood, allowing kids to walk to class. As a STEM-focused school, Apollo Junior High provides education through project-based learning and differentiated instruction. Students advance to Berkner High School, which also has a highly-rated STEM Academy magnet program. Apollo and Berkner both earn a B-plus overall score from Niche.
Apollo Jr. High is one of two intermediate schools that feed Berkner High School in Richardson.
Berkner High School within its Berkner Park neighborhood is a STEM High School.
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Duck Creek’s namesake park and trails
At the neighborhood’s namesake, Duck Creek Linear Park, residents may take a stroll along the creekside to feed ducks or relax on a bench with a book from the park’s free little library. Duck Creek Trail runs through the park and leads to the 54-acre Huffhines Park, which offers a traditional playground with a rock-climbing wall, 10 tennis courts, and two lakes. An on-site recreation center features a sauna and fitness center. Addington says the paved trails are busy daily with folks biking, skateboarding, and rollerblading. “You have the proximity to the city while still feeling like you're living in nature. It’s so different from all the other suburbs,” she says.
At the neighborhood’s namesake, Duck Creek Linear Park, locals stroll along the creek.
Duck Creek locals head to Huffhines Park pond to feed the ducks.
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Convenient stores and restaurants south of Duck Creek
From Aldi grocery store to CVS pharmacy, residents have access to nationally known chains as well as locally owned shopping and dining options at the crossroads of South Plano Road and East Belt Line Road. Locals stop into New York Pizza & Pints for king-sized slices of thin-crust pizzas and local draft beers or head to Tex-Mex favorite Dos Charros, a family-owned establishment that has been a Duck Creek mainstay for more than 25 years. A wider variety of restaurants, plus coffee shops and breweries, can be found less than 5 miles away. “Duck Creek isn’t far from the west side of 75, which has an urban vibe with lots of restaurants,” Realtor Cunningham says.
Duck creek locals spend time getting garden essentials at the nearby Lowe's.
Frankie's Place is the ideal place Duck Creek locals go for fajitas.
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Richardson’s calendar of events
Locals head to the heart of Richardson for community happenings, from regular weekend performances to annual events. The city hosts seasonal festivities such as a Christmas parade and Family 4th Celebration. Two of the city’s largest annual events are the Wildflower Arts and Music Festival, a three-day fest that hosts national and regional artists on 6 stages, and the Cottonwood Art Festival, which showcases local vendors and artisans during the first weekend of May and October.
Richardson Cottonwood Park Cottonwood Art Festival Cafe
Richardson Cottonwood Park Cottonwood Art Festival 2
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Hitting the road
“Duck Creek’s location is a draw for residents,” Cunningham says. “Proximity to three major highways allows residents to be close but not too close to the city.” The neighborhood is minutes away from U.S. Route 75, the 635 Freeway and State Highway 190.
With close proximity to 75, Duck Creek locals can get to Dallas or McKinney in no time.
Duck Creek is nestled in along major roads like Belt Line and Plano Road.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Cottonwood Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Huffhines Park
Baseball/Softball
Football
Picnic Area
Duck Creek Linear Park
Bike Trails
Lake
Picnic Area
Mark Twain Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Yale Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Glenville Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Pool
Bisby Park
Transit
Airport
Dallas Love Field
28 min drive
Bus
Belt Line & Yale - W - Fs
Bus
Belt Line & Trellis - W - Ns
Bus
Belt Line & St Johns - W - Ns
Bus
Belt Line & Spring Creek - W - Fs
Bus
Arapaho & Bell Meade - E - Fs
Bus
Jupiter & Ponderosa - S - Fs
Bus
Jupiter & Arapaho - N - Mb
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Duck Creek
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Duck Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Duck Creek, Richardson sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Duck Creek, Richardson over the last 12 months is $440,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Nestled on an oversized lot in Duck Creek, a quiet, established neighborhood, this move-in-ready gem features a spacious open floor plan, abundant natural light, and thoughtful updates throughout including the following replacements in the last 3 years: Roof, AC, water heater, electric gate and cedar fence, patio doors, new carport and garage door. The heart of the home is the inviting living
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Welcome home to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offering a flexible and inviting layout designed for both comfort and entertaining. With two living areas and two dining spaces, there’s plenty of room to spread out. One of the living areas is an oversized game room—perfect for hosting, relaxing, or creating your ideal hobby space. A cozy bar nook adds charm and convenience, making
Nestled in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood, our fully furnished pet-friendly house combines modern amenities with old charm design features to create a warm and comfortable ambiance that will make you feel right at home.Our convenient location near Jupiter Road offers quick access to the best dining, shopping, and entertainment options that Richardson has to offer. Whether
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,648
Median Age
41
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$110,848
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$123,363
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.4%
College Graduates
50.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.4%
% Population in Labor Force
76.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
57/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
52/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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