Highland Hills I: Park-First Living Near Lewisville Lake

About Highland Hills I

In Highland Hills I, it’s normal to measure the neighborhood by how quickly you can get to a trailhead or a playground. Murray Park sits practically at the edge of daily routines, and within a short stroll you’ve also got Turpin Park, Brazos Park, and Wichita Forest Park shaping the way the area feels—green, active, and very “outside when the weather’s good.” That park network is a big reason the streets here feel lived-in and neighborly, not just drive-in-and-drive-out.

This pocket of Highland Village reads as a classic North Texas residential area where homes and yards matter, and that shows up in the numbers. With an average home value around $464,000 in the 75077 area, Highland Hills I tends to attract buyers who want stability and the kind of neighborhood where people stick around. A homeownership rate of 77.7% reinforces that settled feel; you’ll see familiar faces at K-9 Kastle and the playgrounds at Bruce Lockhart Lions Club Park and Doubletree Ranch Park.

Being so close to Lewisville ISD’s campus options is another defining part of the identity here. Highland Village EL is about 0.3 miles away and carries an A rating, so school drop-offs don’t have to be a production. As kids get older, Briarhill Middle and Marcus H S—both A-rated—are within a couple miles, making the school pathway a frequent reason residents choose this side of town.

Highland Hills I also fits neatly into the broader Highland Village rhythm: practical errands close by, weekend fun nearby, and easy access to lake-country recreation. Grocery runs are simple with Walmart Neighborhood Market roughly a mile out, while Tom Thumb and Whole Foods Market are close enough to become routine stops depending on how you shop.

The people drawn to Highland Hills I are the ones who want parks on the calendar without having to plan for them, strong nearby schools without a long car line commute, and a neighborhood that feels anchored—where a Saturday can start with coffee at Dutch Bros. Coffee and end with a sunset walk toward Lewisville Lake Park.

Living in Highland Hills I Day to Day

Life in Highland Hills I runs on short trips and familiar stops. Mornings often start with a quick coffee run—Dutch Bros. Coffee is about 1.1 miles away, and there’s also a Starbucks around 1.3 miles out when you want something familiar on the way to work or after a school drop-off. Because so many essentials sit within a couple miles, the neighborhood feels convenient without losing that residential calm created by the string of nearby parks.

Housing here tends to appeal to buyers who want to put down roots in Highland Village’s 75077 area, where the average home value sits near $464,000. The area’s 77.7% homeownership rate shows up in the way properties are kept—lawns are maintained, and weekend projects are common. It’s also a neighborhood where neighbors recognize each other, helped along by the fact that many households are in a similar stage of life; the median age in the ZIP is 40.5.

For outdoor time, you’re spoiled for choice. Murray Park is roughly 0.2 miles away for an easy walk, while Doubletree Ranch Park and Bruce Lockhart Lions Club Park are close enough to become regular after-dinner destinations. Dog owners gravitate toward K-9 Kastle, and when you want a bigger outing, Lewisville Lake Park is about 1.4 miles away. Even the everyday loop feels scenic when you’re hopping between Tower Bay Park, Highland Lakes Park, and Copperas Branch Park.

Schools are a major part of the Highland Hills I equation, and the proximity is hard to ignore. Highland Village EL (A-rated) is only about 0.3 miles away, with other A-rated options nearby like McAuliffe EL, Heritage EL, and Prairie Trail EL. For older students, Briarhill Middle and Marcus H S are close and well-regarded, and families also consider options like Flower Mound H S within a reasonable drive.

Commuting patterns in the area reflect a typical suburban North Texas mix, and the data backs that up: about 68.5% of workers drive alone, while 23.1% work from home. That blend shapes weekday traffic and the feel of the neighborhood during business hours—some homes are quiet mid-day, then the parks come alive again in late afternoon with walkers, families, and people squeezing in a quick workout at places like Anytime Fitness or LA Fitness before dinner.

Parks, Coffee, and Everyday Errands Near Highland Hills I

Highland Hills I is surrounded by the kind of park lineup that makes it easy to get outside without making it “a whole thing.” Murray Park is about 0.2 miles away, and Turpin Park and Brazos Park are right there too, so you can rotate playgrounds, walking loops, and open space depending on the day. For dog owners, K-9 Kastle is a popular nearby stop, and when you want a longer outing near the water, Lewisville Lake Park is roughly 1.4 miles away.

Daily conveniences are equally close. Walmart Neighborhood Market is about a mile out for quick staples, while Tom Thumb sits around 1.5 miles away and Whole Foods Market is about 2.5 miles away when you’re stocking up for the week. Coffee runs are easy with Dutch Bros. Coffee around 1.1 miles away and a Starbucks about 1.3 miles away, and when the evening calls for something social, Legends Sports Bar and The Porch Patio Bar & Kitchen are both close enough to feel like neighborhood extensions.

Neighborhoods Around Highland Hills I

Highland Hills I sits in the middle of a tight cluster of established Highland Village neighborhoods, and that’s part of its appeal—you’re never far from friends in adjacent streets. Murray Addition and Anderson Estates are practically next door at about 0.1 miles away, so the broader area feels interconnected, especially around the shared park network and the quick routes to shopping and schools.

Just beyond that immediate ring, you’ll run into familiar names like Highland Hills II, Highland Hills III, and Highland Hills IV, along with Village Estates III and Village Estates IV. Pockets like Wichita Estates and Lake Vista help define the feel of this side of town, while Sunday Haus, Hermanson Addition, and Russell Downs add variety to the surrounding streetscape. If you’re house-hunting, this concentration makes it easier to compare similar homes while staying close to the same parks, schools, and daily errands.

Local Schools and Civic Resources Near Highland Hills I

Most families in Highland Hills I look to Lewisville ISD schools close to home, including Highland Village EL, McAuliffe EL, Briarhill Middle, and Marcus H S—all rated A and within a short drive. For families considering additional public options nearby, Denton ISD campuses like Hawk EL and Guyer H S also sit within about five miles, giving households more than one district presence in the broader area depending on address and enrollment options.

For municipal needs, Highland Village Municipal Court is about 0.5 miles away, which is helpful for handling local matters without a long drive. Property owners who want to understand valuations and exemptions typically interact with Denton Central Appraisal District, located about 8.5 miles away, and county record needs are handled through Denton County (Denton County Clerk), about 9.3 miles away.

For day-to-day community services, residents have nearby public safety and library access in surrounding cities, including the Corinth Police Department and Lewisville Police Department, as well as library options like Lewisville Public Library and Flower Mound Public Library. Fire protection resources in the orbit include Lake Cities Fire Department, which is roughly 3.1 miles away.

Frequently Asked Questions About Highland Hills I

Is Highland Hills I a good place to live?

Highland Hills I appeals to people who want a settled Highland Village feel with parks woven into everyday life. With an average home value around $464,000 in the 75077 area and a 77.7% homeownership rate, it tends to feel stable and neighborly rather than transient. Daily routines are anchored by nearby green space like Murray Park (about 0.2 miles) and quick access to errands at Walmart Neighborhood Market (about 1 mile) or Tom Thumb (about 1.5 miles). The ZIP’s median household income of $127,211 also reflects a community where residents often prioritize schools, home upkeep, and long-term roots.

Is Highland Hills I safe?

Highland Hills I is generally seen as a calm, residential pocket of Highland Village, and the built environment supports that reputation—lots of nearby parks, established homes, and a high share of owner-occupied households. A 77.7% homeownership rate in the surrounding ZIP often correlates with consistent neighbor presence and informal “eyes on the street,” especially around places like Murray Park and K-9 Kastle where people are out walking. For civic enforcement and local matters, Highland Village Municipal Court is close by at about 0.5 miles, and nearby police resources include the Corinth Police Department and the Lewisville Police Department within a short drive.

How are the schools in Highland Hills I?

Highland Hills I is surrounded by highly regarded public school options, with many families looking to Lewisville ISD. Highland Village EL is extremely close at about 0.3 miles away and is rated A, making it a common anchor for elementary routines. As students move up, Briarhill Middle (A-rated) is about 1.5 miles away, and Marcus H S (A-rated) is about 1.8 miles away, offering a strong nearby pathway through high school. There are also additional A-rated choices within reach, including Heritage EL, Prairie Trail EL, and Flower Mound H S, plus nearby charter options like Founders Classical Academy - Lewisville.

What is the cost of living in Highland Hills I?

Housing costs in Highland Hills I reflect the broader 75077 market, where the median home value is $464,000 and the median gross rent is $2,098 per month, so budgeting tends to revolve around either a larger mortgage payment or higher-than-average rent for the area. On the property-tax side, the city property tax rate is $0.5010 per $100 of valuation and the county property tax rate is $0.1859 per $100, for a combined city+county estimate of $0.6869 per $100 before adding any school district or special district rates (those additional rates weren’t provided here, so you’ll want to confirm the full bill for a specific address). Texas also has no state income tax, which can help offset overall household budgeting compared with many other states. Cost-of-living indices and BEA Regional Price Parity (where 100 equals the U.S. average) weren’t provided for Highland Hills I, so it’s not possible to quantify whether goods, utilities, or housing run above or below the national baseline using that metric here. In general, Highland Village households often weigh the tradeoff of higher home values and property taxes against strong nearby schools, park access, and short drives to everyday shopping like Tom Thumb, Target, and Whole Foods Market.

Is Highland Hills I good for families?

Families are a natural fit for Highland Hills I because so much of daily life can revolve around nearby parks and close-by schools. Highland Village EL is only about 0.3 miles away and rated A, and Briarhill Middle and Marcus H S are also A-rated and within about two miles, which keeps school commutes manageable. After school, the park options are plentiful—Murray Park, Doubletree Ranch Park, and Bruce Lockhart Lions Club Park are close enough for quick playground time, and K-9 Kastle is a go-to for dog-owning households. The ZIP’s under-18 share of 16.5% suggests a meaningful family presence without the area feeling dominated by any single age group.

What is Highland Hills I known for?

Highland Hills I is known for being tucked into a park-rich slice of Highland Village where outdoor time is part of the routine. Residents talk about proximity to Murray Park and the cluster of green spaces nearby—Turpin Park, Brazos Park, and Wichita Forest Park—plus easy access to Lewisville Lake Park for bigger weekend outings. It’s also recognized for strong nearby school options in Lewisville ISD, with Highland Village EL, Briarhill Middle, and Marcus H S all rated A and close by. The neighborhood’s identity is closely tied to 75077’s established, owner-occupied feel, supported by a 77.7% homeownership rate.

What are things to do near Highland Hills I?

Near Highland Hills I, most “things to do” start outside. Murray Park is about 0.2 miles away for an easy walk, and you can mix it up at Doubletree Ranch Park, Tower Bay Park, or take the longer outing to Lewisville Lake Park about 1.4 miles away. For coffee and a quick reset, Dutch Bros. Coffee is close at around 1.1 miles, with a Starbucks about 1.3 miles away. When you want something social in the evening, Legends Sports Bar is roughly a mile away, and The Porch Patio Bar & Kitchen is another nearby option. Fitness routines are easy to keep with gyms like Anytime Fitness and Planet Fitness within about a mile.

What ZIP code is Highland Hills I in?

Highland Hills I is in ZIP code 75077. This ZIP covers much of the Highland Village area and nearby day-to-day shopping and school options.

Interested in a Home in Highland Hills I?

If you’re considering Highland Hills I, the fastest way to narrow the search is to compare the streets closest to Murray Park and the routes to Highland Village EL. Connect with a local real estate expert who can walk you through recent neighborhood pricing trends and help you match the right home to your daily routine.