Montgomery Ridge at the Doorstep of Watters Creek

About Montgomery Ridge

Montgomery Ridge feels like the part of Allen where errands and evenings out are baked into the routine. Within about a mile you’ve got the pull of Watters Creek and the day-to-day convenience of Market Street, plus quick coffee stops like Saltlight Station and Local Good Coffee Co when the morning schedule is tight. Fitness is equally close to home, whether that’s a class at F45 Training or BODY20, or a more casual round at The Courses at Watters Creek when you want to be outside but still keep it local.

What gives this pocket of 75013 its distinct character is how seamlessly it sits between Allen’s newer retail energy and established residential streets. Weeknights can be as simple as picking up groceries at Market Street and calling it, or as social as meeting friends at The Lion & Crown Pub. On the weekends, the radius expands naturally toward places like Oak Point Recreation Center or a family swim at Ford Pool, both easy to work into a Saturday without turning it into an all-day drive.

Housing expectations here tend to match the zip’s price point, with an average home value around $590,700 shaping the look and feel of the neighborhood. It’s the kind of area where owners often invest in comfort and longevity, and where the ownership rate sits at 63.6%, so you’ll notice a lived-in, settled rhythm rather than a constant churn. With a median household income of $146,891 and a per-capita income of $67,023 in the broader 75013 area, many households are balancing demanding careers with a strong preference for nearby amenities that make time off feel easier.

Schools are a major part of the neighborhood’s identity, and Allen ISD is a common draw. Frances E Norton Elementary is close at about 0.8 miles, and Ereckson Middle sits around 1.2 miles—both A-rated—so the school run stays short. As students get older, the path to Lowery Freshman Center and Allen High School is still within a few miles, which is a big reason you’ll see families plant roots here.

Montgomery Ridge tends to attract people who want Allen’s “everything is close” lifestyle without giving up the space and stability that comes with ownership. It suits households that like their routines anchored by familiar stops—Market Street for groceries, Watters Creek for an evening walk, and Allen’s big-campus school spirit showing up in the background as the default Friday-night soundtrack.

Living in Montgomery Ridge: Everyday Convenience, Allen ISD, and 75013 Energy

Day-to-day life in Montgomery Ridge runs on short drives and repeat favorites. The neighborhood sits in a part of Allen where you can string together a full Saturday without leaving a tight radius: a quick caffeine run to Saltlight Station or a Starbucks, a grocery stop at Market Street, and an afternoon workout at Pure Barre or Fitness Connection. When the weather cooperates, The Courses at Watters Creek becomes a low-commitment way to get outside without making a full-on tee time feel like a production.

Housing here reflects the 75013 market, where the median home value is $590,700 and the overall pattern leans toward owner stability. With 19,336 housing units across the zip and about 59.4% owner-occupied, you’ll feel a blend of long-term residents and renters who are drawn to the same Allen/Plano/Frisco access. For buyers, the price point often means you’re looking at homes where updates matter—kitchens, bathrooms, and energy-conscious improvements can be part of the conversation, especially with utilities running above the national norm.

Schools are one of the most consistent quality-of-life anchors. In Allen ISD, Frances E Norton Elementary (about 0.8 miles) and Ereckson Middle (about 1.2 miles) both carry A ratings, which keeps a lot of daily scheduling simple. For high school, Lowery Freshman Center is around 2.4 miles and Allen High School is about 2.6 miles, making the progression through grades feel geographically cohesive. Being close to major athletic facilities like Allen Eagle Stadium and the Allen High School Track and Field Stadium also shapes the rhythm of fall nights and spring sports seasons in a very Allen way.

Food and errands have a distinctly North Texas, globally-influenced mix around Montgomery Ridge. You can pivot from Mitsuwa Marketplace and 99 Ranch Market to India Bazaar, or keep it classic with Tom Thumb, Kroger, and Target all nearby. Coffee options are unusually dense for a suburban area—Local Good Coffee Co, Dutch Bros. Coffee, and 85°C are all within a few miles—so “meet for coffee” is an easy default instead of a special outing.

Commute patterns in the zip show how work life functions here: about 64.2% of residents drive alone, while 28.5% work from home. That combination is visible on weekdays, when mornings can be quiet in the neighborhood and then pick up as people head out for school drop-offs and errands. With a median age of 38.9 and 15.4% of residents under 18, Montgomery Ridge often feels like a place where calendars are shared—school events, gym classes, and quick dinners out—yet there’s still enough nearby nightlife at spots like Armor Brewing Company to keep adults from feeling like everything shuts down after 7.

Coffee Runs, Groceries, and Recreation Close to Montgomery Ridge

Montgomery Ridge’s biggest day-to-day advantage is how quickly you can get to the places you actually use. Market Street is about half a mile away for a “grab dinner ingredients and be home in 20 minutes” kind of errand, and the nearby mix of Target, Tom Thumb, Kroger, and Walmart Supercenter makes comparison shopping practical instead of aspirational. If your pantry leans international, the cluster of Jusgo Supermarket, Mitsuwa Marketplace, and 99 Ranch Market around 1–2 miles gives this part of Allen a food scene that feels broader than typical suburb fare.

For routines outside the house, there’s a strong bench of gyms and recreation. F45 Training and BODY20 are both about 0.4 miles away, and The Courses at Watters Creek sits around 0.6 miles for an easy outdoor reset. When you want a bigger outing, Oak Point Recreation Center is about 2.1 miles away, and family swim days often center on Ford Pool around 2 miles.

Evenings can stay local, too. The Lion & Crown Pub is close at roughly 0.5 miles, and Armor Brewing Company around 1.2 miles works well for a casual meet-up. Coffee and tea choices are abundant—Saltlight Station, Local Good Coffee Co, Hello Boba, and 85°C are all within a short drive—so there’s almost always a familiar place to land when you want to get out of the house without a big plan.

Nearby Neighborhoods That Shape the Montgomery Ridge Orbit

Living in Montgomery Ridge naturally puts you in the flow between several well-known Allen pockets. Watters Creek sits about a mile away and tends to be the go-to reference point for dining, shopping, and meeting friends, while Downtown Allen around 1.8 miles adds a different tempo that feels more civic and event-oriented. The Park At Montgomery Farm is close at roughly 0.7 miles, and it’s often mentioned in the same breath because the daily routes for school, groceries, and workouts overlap heavily.

If you’re comparing areas, Twin Creeks at about 2 miles leans into its golf identity through The Golf Club at Twin Creeks nearby, and Central Allen around 2 miles can feel more “in the middle of everything” for errands and access. Suncreek and Oak Hill, each within about 1.6 miles, are the kinds of nearby options people consider when they want the same Allen ISD pull with slightly different streetscapes.

Because 75013 touches the Allen/Plano boundary, it’s also common to cross-shop Timberbrook (Plano) and Russell Creek-Cross Creek (Plano), both around 1.9 miles away. Those Plano pockets are often part of the conversation for buyers prioritizing proximity to Plano amenities while still wanting to stay close to Allen’s schools, sports facilities, and the Watters Creek corridor.

Local Resources and Services Near Montgomery Ridge

For families in Montgomery Ridge, Allen ISD is the day-to-day anchor, with campuses like Frances E Norton Elementary and Ereckson Middle nearby and the Allen High School cluster within a few miles. When you need a place to study, print, or reset with kids after school, Allen Public Library is close at about 1.9 miles, with another Allen Public Library location around 2.5 miles. Those library trips become part of the weekly rhythm for many households, especially in a zip where 66.6% of residents have a bachelor’s degree or higher.

City services are equally accessible. Allen City Hall sits around 1.5 miles away, and the Allen Fire Department is about 1.4 miles, which matters for peace of mind and quick access to community information. For public safety needs, Police Headquarters is about 1.6 miles from the neighborhood.

On the property side, homeowners typically interact with Collin Central Appraisal District, located about 7.8 miles away, and county-level needs can route through Collin County services, including the Collin County courthouse around 3.8 miles. For healthcare, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen-ER is roughly 2.5 miles away, giving the area a nearby option for urgent situations without having to leave Allen.

Frequently Asked Questions About Montgomery Ridge

Is Montgomery Ridge a good place to live?

Montgomery Ridge is a strong fit for buyers who want the “close-to-everything” feel of west Allen without giving up a residential routine. The zip’s median home value of $590,700 and median household income of $146,891 reflect a market where people tend to stay put, and the homeownership rate around 63.6% supports that stable, neighborly vibe. Day-to-day life is genuinely convenient, with Market Street about 0.5 miles away and Watters Creek close enough to turn a quick dinner or evening walk into a regular habit. Schools are another major plus, with nearby A-rated options in Allen ISD like Frances E Norton Elementary and Ereckson Middle.

Is Montgomery Ridge safe?

Montgomery Ridge sits close to core city services, which is a practical advantage for residents who care about response times and community support. Police Headquarters is about 1.6 miles away, and the Allen Fire Department is around 1.4 miles, so the neighborhood is near the infrastructure that helps Allen maintain its day-to-day sense of order. Like many established owner-leaning areas—63.6% of homes are owner-occupied—residents tend to pay attention to what’s happening on their street, keep an eye out during school commute hours, and coordinate informally with neighbors. For the most current, address-specific guidance, it’s always smart to review local reports and talk with nearby residents.

How are the schools in Montgomery Ridge?

Schools are one of the most consistent reasons people target this part of 75013. Montgomery Ridge is served by Allen ISD, with A-rated campuses close by, including FRANCES E NORTON EL about 0.8 miles away and ERECKSON MIDDLE about 1.2 miles away. As students move up, LOWERY FRESHMAN CENTER is roughly 2.4 miles away and ALLEN H S is about 2.6 miles away, both A-rated, keeping the transition through grade levels relatively straightforward. Because the area sits near the Allen/Plano border, there are also A-rated Plano ISD elementaries nearby such as HEDGCOXE EL and BEVERLY EL, which sometimes come up in broader school conversations.

What is the cost of living in Montgomery Ridge?

Montgomery Ridge sits in a part of Allen where overall day-to-day costs track closely with the national baseline. The cost of living index for all items is 100.0, where 100 equals the U.S. average, so in general you’re looking at a very “about average” cost profile. Housing runs higher than the national norm with a housing index of 105.5, which fits the 75013 median home value of $590,700. Goods are near average at 100.6, while utilities tend to cost more with an index of 107.6. Property taxes are a meaningful part of the budget in this area. The city property tax rate is $0.4154 per $100 of valuation, the county rate is $0.1493 per $100, and Allen ISD’s school district rate is $1.1258 per $100. Put together, the combined estimated property tax rate is $1.6905 per $100 valuation. Many households weigh that against the fact that Texas has no state income tax, which can improve the overall take-home picture even when local property taxes are higher.

Is Montgomery Ridge good for families?

Montgomery Ridge works well for families because so many of the weekly needs are close and predictable. Allen ISD campuses like FRANCES E NORTON EL (about 0.8 miles) and ERECKSON MIDDLE (about 1.2 miles) are nearby and both A-rated, which takes stress out of the school-day routine. For after-school and weekends, families have options like Ford Pool around 2 miles, Oak Point Recreation Center around 2.1 miles, and bigger sports energy near Allen Eagle Stadium about 2.9 miles. The area’s age profile—median age 38.9 with 15.4% of residents under 18—also signals a community with plenty of other households in similar life stages.

What is Montgomery Ridge known for?

Montgomery Ridge is known for its location in the 75013 corridor where Allen’s suburban comfort meets a surprisingly dense set of everyday destinations. Residents talk about being able to do “all the basics” nearby—Market Street for groceries, Watters Creek for dining and shopping, and a deep bench of coffee options like Saltlight Station, Local Good Coffee Co, and 85°C. It also carries the Allen identity that shows up in school culture and athletics, with the Allen High School facilities, including Allen Eagle Stadium, just a few miles away. The broader zip’s diversity is part of the feel as well, with a population mix that includes 32.2% Asian residents alongside long-established North Texas families.

What are things to do near Montgomery Ridge?

Close to Montgomery Ridge, most plans start with Watters Creek-adjacent routines: a casual round at The Courses at Watters Creek (about 0.6 miles), then coffee at Saltlight Station (about 0.8 miles) or Local Good Coffee Co (about 1 mile). For a night out that’s still close to home, The Lion & Crown Pub is about 0.5 miles away, and Armor Brewing Company is around 1.2 miles. If you’re more activity-focused, Oak Point Recreation Center is roughly 2.1 miles away, and Ford Pool around 2 miles is a classic warm-weather option. Sports fans also end up near Allen Eagle Stadium (about 2.9 miles) during the school year.

What ZIP code is Montgomery Ridge in?

Montgomery Ridge is in ZIP code 75013. That ZIP covers a busy, amenity-rich part of Allen where Allen ISD campuses and the Watters Creek area are part of the everyday map.

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