A Closer Look at Russell Creek-Cross Creek

About Russell Creek-Cross Creek

Russell Creek-Cross Creek feels like one of those Plano pockets where errands, school drop-offs, and an after-dinner coffee loop naturally fall into place. Being in the 75025 ZIP means you’re close to everyday anchors like Tom Thumb 1788, and it’s common for residents to build quick routines around nearby grocery runs at Kroger, or a weekend stop at Mitsuwa Marketplace or 99 Ranch Market when you want something beyond the usual cart.

A big part of the neighborhood’s identity is how strongly it connects to Plano ISD campuses that people recognize by name. Hedgcoxe Elementary sits just 0.4 miles away and carries an A rating, and Beverly Elementary and Bethany Elementary are similarly close-in options with A ratings as well. That school proximity shapes the pace of the streets on weekday mornings, with a steady flow of families timing their commute to the bell schedule and then swinging back toward coffee at Dutch Bros. Coffee or Local Good Coffee Co.

Housing here reads as established North Plano—primarily owner-occupied energy in a ZIP where 64.3% of homes are owner-occupied—yet still modern in how residents update and personalize. With a median home value of $486,100 across the ZIP, Russell Creek-Cross Creek tends to attract buyers who want long-term stability and room to grow without giving up quick access to shopping, gyms, and school choices.

You’ll also feel the professional, highly educated profile of the area in the day-to-day rhythms. In this ZIP, 68.0% of residents have a bachelor’s degree or higher, and work life often includes flexibility, with 37.0% working from home. That shows up in midday foot traffic at spots like HOJA Bubble Tea & Taiwanese Street Food or 85°C, and in the way fitness routines get sprinkled throughout the day rather than saved for weekends.

Russell Creek-Cross Creek fits neatly into the broader North Plano/Allen edge, where you can be in Plano ISD school zones while still grabbing a quick evening pint at The Lion & Crown Pub or meeting friends near Watters Creek in Allen. It’s a neighborhood that tends to draw people who want a polished, convenient daily loop—schools close by, groceries and cafes within minutes, and enough nearby recreation to keep weekends simple.

Living in Russell Creek-Cross Creek Day to Day

Living in Russell Creek-Cross Creek is about having a North Plano routine that doesn’t require long drives for the basics. In 75025, the housing market reflects a higher-income, established area, with median household income at $143,260 and a median home value of $486,100. That translates into a neighborhood where many residents are invested for the long haul, and where you’ll see steady upkeep and periodic refreshes as homeowners update finishes and outdoor spaces to match current tastes.

School logistics are a major quality-of-life feature here because so many well-regarded campuses sit close to home. Hedgcoxe Elementary is just 0.4 miles away and rated A, and Beverly Elementary, Bethany Elementary, and Andrews Elementary all add nearby A-rated options that keep school commutes short. For older students, Schimelpfenig Middle is about 1.5 miles away and also rated A, with Rice Middle and Robinson Middle within an easy drive as well. Even families considering boundary choices around the Plano/Allen/Frisco edges will notice how many A-rated campuses—like Ereckson Middle in Allen ISD and Anderson Elementary in Frisco ISD—are clustered within a few miles.

Errands are straightforward, and you don’t have to plan your week around a single big shopping trip. Tom Thumb 1788 is about 0.7 miles away for quick staples, while Kroger and Walmart Neighborhood Market are close options when you’re restocking. The international grocery lineup is one of the most distinctive perks of this part of Plano: India Bazaar, Indopak Supermarket & Cafe, Jusgo Supermarket, Subzi Mandi, Mitsuwa Marketplace, and H Mart are all within roughly three miles, which makes weeknight cooking feel more like choosing a craving than settling for what’s nearby.

Coffee and casual meetups are equally easy to fit in. Dutch Bros. Coffee and HOJA Bubble Tea & Taiwanese Street Food are both around 1.7 miles away, Local Good Coffee Co is about 1.8 miles, and Mudleaf Coffee and Tea Valley sit right around the three-mile mark when you want to switch up your usual stop. That convenience matches how people work here—37.0% of residents in the ZIP work from home—so it’s common to see midday coffee runs and quick laptop sessions mixed into the day.

For exercise and recreation, the choices feel practical and close rather than destination-driven. Residents often build routines around Plano Family YMCA and Preschool, LA Fitness, or structured classes at F45 Training, BODY20, or Pure Barre. If you prefer outdoor sports, High Point Tennis Center and John Clark Field are within a couple of miles, and golfers have The Courses at Watters Creek and The Golf Club at Twin Creeks nearby. The result is a neighborhood cadence that’s family-and-professional friendly: busy school mornings, efficient errands, and evenings that can be as active as you want without leaving the North Plano/Allen corridor.

Everyday Amenities and Weekend Stops Near Russell Creek-Cross Creek

Russell Creek-Cross Creek sits in a part of Plano where the “quick run” options are genuinely quick. Tom Thumb 1788 is about 0.7 miles away, with Kroger and Walmart Neighborhood Market close behind for weekly staples. What really defines this area, though, is the variety of specialty grocery within a short drive—Mitsuwa Marketplace, 99 Ranch Market, Jusgo Supermarket, India Bazaar, Indopak Supermarket & Cafe, Subzi Mandi, and H Mart make it easy to shop for specific ingredients without turning it into a cross-town trip.

For coffee and casual hangs, locals rotate between Dutch Bros. Coffee, HOJA Bubble Tea & Taiwanese Street Food, Local Good Coffee Co, and 85°C depending on the day, with Mudleaf Coffee and Tea Valley sitting right around the three-mile radius when you want a change of scenery. Fitness is just as close-in, whether that means a workout at LA Fitness, a class at F45 Training, BODY20, or Pure Barre, or time on the courts at High Point Tennis Center.

When the week winds down, The Lion & Crown Pub is a familiar nearby meet-up spot, and golfers can keep things local with The Courses at Watters Creek or The Golf Club at Twin Creeks instead of planning a longer outing.

Nearby Neighborhoods Around Russell Creek-Cross Creek

One reason Russell Creek-Cross Creek appeals to North Plano buyers is how seamlessly it connects to neighboring pockets in both Plano and Allen. You’re close to Russell Creek and Park Forest, which share a similar day-to-day rhythm of strong school access and easy shopping runs, and you’re also near Hunters Glen and Clearview, giving residents plenty of nearby options for recreation, friends, and school-community ties without changing the general feel of the area.

To the north and northwest, Allen neighborhoods like Suncreek, Custer Hill Estates, and Montgomery Ridge sit within a couple of miles, and Watters Creek is nearby when you want a change of pace for dining, shopping, or a walkable evening out. Farther out but still close enough for regular routines, The Park At Montgomery Farm and Cypress Meadows broaden the circle of parks, schools, and sports connections that families often end up using.

Spring Ridge and Hughston round out the immediate area with more residential options that complement Russell Creek-Cross Creek’s established North Plano character and its quick access to Plano ISD campuses.

Local Resources and Services for Russell Creek-Cross Creek

Russell Creek-Cross Creek is served by Plano ISD, and many families get to know nearby campuses early—Hedgcoxe Elementary, Beverly Elementary, Bethany Elementary, and Schimelpfenig Middle are common reference points for school routines and community connections. For property questions, homeowners in Collin County often end up working with Collin Central Appraisal District, especially when valuations and exemptions come up.

For county-level services, the Collin County courthouse is about 3.4 miles away, and the County Clerk office listed as Clark Hill - Collin County is about 6 miles away. City services are convenient as well, with Allen City Hall roughly 3.3 miles away, plus Parker City Hall and Lucas City Hall within a short drive when you’re handling regional paperwork or community needs.

Healthcare and safety infrastructure are close enough to feel reassuring in day-to-day life. Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen-ER is about 4 miles away, and residents also have access to nearby fire and police services, including the Allen Fire Department and Police Headquarters around the 3-to-4-mile range. For family routines and weekend errands, Allen Public Library is about 3.6 miles away, and USPS locations within a few miles make shipping and PO box needs easy to manage.

Frequently Asked Questions About Russell Creek-Cross Creek

Is Russell Creek-Cross Creek a good place to live?

Russell Creek-Cross Creek is a strong choice for buyers who want an established North Plano routine with lots of daily conveniences close by. In the 75025 ZIP, the median home value is $486,100 and median household income is $143,260, which tends to translate into well-kept streets and a stable homeowner base, with 64.3% of housing owner-occupied. School access is a major draw, with Plano ISD campuses like A-rated Hedgcoxe Elementary only about 0.4 miles away and A-rated Schimelpfenig Middle around 1.5 miles away. Add in quick access to coffee runs at Dutch Bros. Coffee and practical shopping at Tom Thumb 1788, and the neighborhood supports an easy, efficient daily loop.

Is Russell Creek-Cross Creek safe?

Safety in Russell Creek-Cross Creek generally aligns with the broader North Plano reputation of calm residential streets, active families, and a community that’s out and about—especially around school schedules tied to nearby Plano ISD campuses like Hedgcoxe Elementary and Schimelpfenig Middle. While specific crime statistics aren’t provided here, the area’s high owner-occupancy rate in 75025 at 64.3% often correlates with neighbors being invested in upkeep and keeping an eye on the block. Residents also have nearby public-safety support, including Police Headquarters about 3.3 miles away and the Allen Fire Department roughly 3.2 miles away, which adds everyday reassurance for households near the Plano/Allen border.

How are the schools in Russell Creek-Cross Creek?

Families in Russell Creek-Cross Creek typically focus on Plano ISD, with several highly rated campuses close enough to shape daily routines. Hedgcoxe Elementary is about 0.4 miles away, rated A, and serves grades KG–05 with enrollment around 366. Beverly Elementary and Bethany Elementary are also A-rated Plano ISD options within roughly a mile or so, and Andrews Elementary is another nearby A-rated choice. For middle school, Schimelpfenig Middle is about 1.5 miles away and rated A, with Rice Middle and Robinson Middle also within a short drive. Because the neighborhood sits near district borders, some families also compare nearby A-rated options in Allen ISD and Frisco ISD when they’re evaluating the broader area.

What is the cost of living in Russell Creek-Cross Creek?

Property taxes are a meaningful part of the cost of living in Russell Creek-Cross Creek, and the local rates provided add up quickly on a North Plano home value. The city property tax rate is $0.4376 per $100 of valuation, the county property tax rate is $0.1493 per $100, and the Plano ISD tax rate is $1.0395 per $100. Together, that creates a combined estimated property tax rate of $1.6265 per $100 valuation, which is the figure many homeowners use as a planning baseline before exemptions. No regional price parity indices were provided here for overall cost of living, housing, goods, or utilities, so an index-based comparison to the national average can’t be stated for this neighborhood from the available data. What can be said is that 75025 reflects a higher-cost housing profile, with a median home value of $486,100 and median gross rent of $2,040 per month. Many households weigh those costs against Texas’s lack of a state income tax, and against the practical savings of living close to schools, groceries, and fitness options that reduce day-to-day driving across the metro.

Is Russell Creek-Cross Creek good for families?

Russell Creek-Cross Creek works well for families largely because the school and routine infrastructure is close-in. Hedgcoxe Elementary is only about 0.4 miles away and rated A, with other A-rated Plano ISD elementaries like Beverly, Bethany, and Andrews nearby, and A-rated Schimelpfenig Middle around 1.5 miles away. That proximity makes mornings more predictable and after-school logistics easier. The neighborhood also benefits from kid-and-teen friendly activities within a short drive, like the Plano Family YMCA and Preschool and High Point Tennis Center. In the 75025 ZIP, 16.4% of the population is under 18, so family life is a visible part of the community rhythm rather than an exception.

What is Russell Creek-Cross Creek known for?

Russell Creek-Cross Creek is known for being part of the North Plano 75025 corridor where school access, shopping variety, and daily convenience all overlap. Residents often point to nearby Plano ISD campuses—especially A-rated Hedgcoxe Elementary and A-rated Schimelpfenig Middle—as defining anchors. It’s also recognized for the breadth of grocery options close by, from Tom Thumb 1788 for everyday staples to specialty stops like Mitsuwa Marketplace, 99 Ranch Market, India Bazaar, Indopak Supermarket & Cafe, and H Mart. The neighborhood’s professional, plugged-in feel also reflects the ZIP’s profile, where 68.0% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher and 37.0% work from home, which helps explain the steady daytime traffic at nearby coffee shops.

What are things to do near Russell Creek-Cross Creek?

Near Russell Creek-Cross Creek, most “things to do” are the kind you can fit into a normal weeknight rather than saving for a big weekend plan. Coffee and treats are easy to work into a routine with Dutch Bros. Coffee, Local Good Coffee Co, 85°C, and HOJA Bubble Tea & Taiwanese Street Food within a couple of miles. For fitness, residents bounce between LA Fitness, classes at F45 Training, BODY20, or Pure Barre, and outdoor sports at High Point Tennis Center or John Clark Field. Golfers keep it local with The Courses at Watters Creek or The Golf Club at Twin Creeks. When you want a casual night out, The Lion & Crown Pub is a familiar nearby option.

What ZIP code is Russell Creek-Cross Creek in?

Russell Creek-Cross Creek is in ZIP code 75025 in Plano, Texas. Most daily errands and nearby schools referenced for the neighborhood are centered around the 75025 area.

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