Highland Oaks: Close-to-everything comfort near parks, schools, and shopping

About Highland Oaks

Highland Oaks feels like the kind of Highland Village pocket where errands take minutes and the outdoors is always part of the plan. On a weekday afternoon you’ll see quick runs to the Walmart Supercenter about 0.4 miles away, a last-minute Whole Foods Market stop around 0.6 miles, and parents timing pickups and practices with nearby campuses like Heritage El and McAuliffe El. When the weather is mild, the rhythm shifts toward green space, with Silverthorne Park roughly 0.5 miles from the neighborhood and a deep bench of parks—Unity Park, Dixon Park, and Castlewood Park—clustered right around the one-mile mark.

The neighborhood sits in the 75077 ZIP code, where the housing market reads like established, move-up suburbia. With an average home value around $464,000, Highland Oaks aligns with the broader Highland Village feel: comfortable single-family living, driveways and garages, and a streetscape that’s built around getting to school, the store, and the park without a complicated trek across town. The area’s homeownership rate, at 77.7% in the ZIP, reinforces that stable, long-term vibe—more “neighbors you recognize” than “constant turnover.”

Community life here is shaped by how close everything is. Coffee runs are easy to make part of the morning routine, whether it’s Corner Bakery about 0.6 miles away, Sip | Stir near 0.9 miles, or one of the nearby Starbucks locations. Fitness options are similarly close-in, from LA Fitness around 0.4 miles to Pure Barre at about 1.1 miles, plus swim schools like Aqua-Tots and Emler that fit naturally into family schedules.

Highland Oaks also fits neatly into the larger patchwork of Highland Village neighborhoods—Rolling Hills Phase I, Chapel Springs Estates, and the Highland Shores sections are all close by—so it feels connected rather than isolated. The result is a neighborhood that tends to draw people who like their daily loop to be simple: strong Lewisville ISD schools, parks within a short drive, and shopping and coffee that are genuinely nearby, not “nearby” in the exaggerated sense.

Living in Highland Oaks: parks-first weekends and practical weekday routines

Daily life in Highland Oaks is defined by how quickly you can move between the basics—schools, groceries, workouts, and parks—without having to overplan your day. In 75077, the median household income is $127,211 and the median age is 40.5, and that shows up in the feel of the area: established households, busy calendars, and a lot of people choosing the neighborhood as a long-term home base. With 23.1% of residents working from home in the ZIP, it’s also common to see midday dog walks and quick coffee breaks woven between meetings.

Housing in and around Highland Oaks generally reads as classic Highland Village single-family living, with a market anchored by that roughly $464,000 average home value. The neighborhood’s strong owner-occupied profile—about 75.6% owner-occupied housing across 15,559 units in the ZIP—creates a steadier streetscape where updates and renovations tend to be thoughtful and incremental rather than constant churn. Even for renters, the area’s median gross rent of $2,098 a month signals that the broader market is positioned toward higher-cost suburban convenience and school access.

Weekends naturally spill into nearby parks. Silverthorne Park is close enough for an easy morning reset, and K-9 Kastle about a mile away gives dog owners a destination that feels like part of the routine. For bigger outdoor time, Pilot Knoll Park around 1.8 miles away is the kind of place families plan around—pack the car, make a morning of it, and come home ready for a relaxed afternoon. You’ll also find smaller neighborhood-park options in every direction, including John B Wright Memorial Park, Marauder Park, and Spring Lake Park, all within a couple miles.

Errands and dining are straightforward. Groceries are truly convenient, with the Walmart Supercenter around 0.4 miles away, Whole Foods Market near 0.6 miles, and Target about 0.9 miles. Coffee is equally close—Corner Bakery around 0.6 miles, Sip | Stir at about 0.9 miles, and Dutch Bros. Coffee roughly 1.9 miles—so it’s easy to have “your spot.” When the evening calls for something casual, The Brass Tap is about 0.6 miles away, while Legends Sports Bar sits around 2.1 miles for a different game-day feel.

School choice is a major reason people settle in this part of Highland Village. Multiple nearby Lewisville ISD campuses carry A ratings, including Heritage El, Briarhill Middle, and Marcus H S, with Marcus H S about 1.6 miles away and large enough to feel like a hub for sports and activities. For households commuting out, the ZIP’s travel pattern shows 68.5% driving alone, which matches the suburban reality here: most people build their weekday flow around the car, then reclaim time at parks, gyms, and nearby shopping once they’re home.

Things to do near Highland Oaks

Highland Oaks is surrounded by the kind of amenities you actually use weekly. Grocery runs are quick, with the Walmart Supercenter about 0.4 miles away and Whole Foods Market roughly 0.6 miles away, plus Target around 0.9 miles for everything-from-school-supplies-to-home-goods convenience. Coffee is similarly easy to fit in, whether it’s Corner Bakery near 0.6 miles, Sip | Stir around 0.9 miles, or Dutch Bros. Coffee about 1.9 miles when you want a drive-through stop.

When you want to get outside, Silverthorne Park sits close at about 0.5 miles, and the parks keep stacking up from there—Unity Park, Dixon Park, and Castlewood Park are all right around the one-mile mark, making it easy to rotate playgrounds and walking loops. For dog owners, K-9 Kastle about a mile away becomes a regular outing, and for bigger weekends, Pilot Knoll Park around 1.8 miles offers a change of scenery that feels like a mini getaway without leaving the area.

Fitness options are equally nearby, with LA Fitness around 0.4 miles and a lineup of specialty spots like Pure Barre about 1.1 miles. Families often build activities around swim programs too, with Aqua-Tots Swim Schools near 0.9 miles and Emler Swim School around 1.4 miles fitting neatly into after-school schedules.

Neighborhoods near Highland Oaks

Highland Oaks sits in a tight cluster of established Highland Village neighborhoods, so it’s easy to recognize the subtle shifts block to block. Rolling Hills Phase I is practically next door at about 0.1 miles, while Chapel Springs Estates around 0.2 miles and Chapel Hill Phase I and Phase II within roughly 0.3 to 0.4 miles create a broader area that feels consistently residential and school-oriented.

Just a little farther out, Briarhill III and Briarhill II—each around 0.4 to 0.6 miles—tie naturally into the nearby school network, especially with Briarhill Middle close by. The Highland Shores sections, including Highland Shores 8-P, 10-P, 13-P, and 5-P, sit within about 0.6 to 0.8 miles and add to the sense that this is a connected part of town rather than a single isolated subdivision.

Castlewood Section One, about 0.7 miles away, is another nearby point of reference and pairs nicely with the park options in the area, including Castlewood Park around 1.1 miles. If you’re comparing nearby pockets, these neighborhoods collectively offer different street patterns and micro-locations, but they all share the same practical advantage: short drives to groceries, coffee, and parks that make the day-to-day feel easy.

Local resources around Highland Oaks

For households in Highland Oaks, school support and civic services are close enough to feel accessible. The neighborhood is served by nearby Lewisville ISD campuses that many families interact with daily, including Heritage El, McAuliffe El, Briarhill Middle, and Marcus H S. For additional public options nearby, Denton ISD schools such as Blanton El, Harpool Middle, and Guyer H S are within a few miles, which can be helpful context for families comparing boundaries and programs.

For local municipal needs, Highland Village Municipal Court Highland Village is about 1.7 miles away, keeping basic city services within a short drive. County-level matters can be handled at the Denton County Southwest Courthouse (Denton County Texas), roughly 7.1 miles away, and property value and exemption questions typically route through the Denton Central Appraisal District, about 8.6 miles from the neighborhood.

Everyday public resources include the Flower Mound Public Library around 3.2 miles away for study space, kids’ programs, and weekend browsing. On the safety and emergency side, nearby coverage includes the Lake Cities Fire Department about 3.9 miles away and Denton County Emergency Services District #1 around 4.7 miles, giving residents added peace of mind when it comes to response infrastructure in the broader area.

Frequently Asked Questions About Highland Oaks

Is Highland Oaks a good place to live?

Highland Oaks is a strong choice for buyers who want suburban convenience without feeling far from daily necessities. In the 75077 area, the average home value is about $464,000 and the median household income is $127,211, which aligns with a stable, established homeowner community—reflected in the 77.7% homeownership rate. The neighborhood’s day-to-day appeal is how close everything is: Silverthorne Park is about 0.5 miles away, groceries like Whole Foods Market are around 0.6 miles, and top-rated Lewisville ISD schools such as Heritage El (A) are within roughly a mile. It’s an easy place to settle into routines.

Is Highland Oaks safe?

No neighborhood can promise absolute safety, but Highland Oaks benefits from the overall feel of this part of Highland Village: owner-occupied streets, active school and sports schedules, and neighbors who tend to stick around. With about 75.6% of housing in the ZIP being owner-occupied and a median age of 40.5, the area reads more like established households than transient rentals. You also have nearby civic infrastructure, including Highland Village Municipal Court Highland Village about 1.7 miles away and fire coverage such as the Lake Cities Fire Department around 3.9 miles away. Many residents also lean into informal “eyes on the street” habits—especially around parks and school pickup times.

How are the schools in Highland Oaks?

Schools are a standout for Highland Oaks, with multiple nearby campuses in Lewisville ISD earning A ratings. Heritage El is about 0.6 miles away, McAuliffe El is around 0.9 miles, and Briarhill Middle is also about 0.9 miles, which makes the school-day logistics notably manageable. For high school, Marcus H S is roughly 1.6 miles away and serves a large student body of 2,998. Families looking for additional options also have Founders Classical Academy of Flower Mound (A, grades KG-12) about 2.8 miles away, and Denton ISD campuses like Blanton El and Harpool Middle within a few miles.

What is the cost of living in Highland Oaks?

Cost of living in Highland Oaks tends to reflect a higher-cost suburban pocket in 75077, especially for housing. The area’s median home value is $464,000, and renters see a median gross rent around $2,098 per month, which can shape monthly budgets even before utilities and commuting are considered. On the property-tax side, Highland Village’s city rate is $0.5010 per $100 of valuation and Denton County’s rate is $0.1859 per $100; together those two known pieces total about $0.6869 per $100 of valuation, before adding the school district and any other local rates that apply. Texas helps offset the picture with no state income tax, which is meaningful for households in an area where the median household income is $127,211. You asked for Regional Price Parity (RPP) indices for overall cost of living, housing, goods, and utilities (where 100 equals the U.S. average), but those specific index values weren’t provided for Highland Village or 75077 here. In practical terms, many residents find the tradeoff is paying more for housing and local services in exchange for strong schools, nearby parks like Silverthorne Park and Pilot Knoll Park, and very convenient access to groceries and everyday retail.

Is Highland Oaks good for families?

Highland Oaks works well for families largely because the “week-to-week” pieces are close and reliable. Several A-rated Lewisville ISD schools are within a couple miles, including Heritage El, McAuliffe El, Briarhill Middle, and Marcus H S, which can simplify everything from morning drop-off to after-school activities. Parks are an everyday asset here, with Silverthorne Park about 0.5 miles away and kid-friendly options like Unity Park, Dixon Park, and Castlewood Park all around a mile away. Swim programs such as Aqua-Tots Swim Schools (about 0.9 miles) and Emler Swim School (about 1.4 miles) also make it easy to keep kids busy year-round.

What is Highland Oaks known for?

Highland Oaks is known locally for being in the middle of a highly convenient Highland Village corridor where shopping, parks, and highly rated schools all sit close together. Residents lean on nearby staples like Whole Foods Market, Target, and Tom Thumb for weekly routines, and coffee stops such as Corner Bakery and Sip | Stir are part of the neighborhood’s tempo. Outdoors, the area’s identity is tied to a dense collection of parks—Silverthorne Park, Unity Park, and Pilot Knoll Park are familiar names for residents. It’s also closely associated with the Lewisville ISD network, with Marcus H S nearby serving as a recognizable anchor for sports and activities.

What are things to do near Highland Oaks?

Near Highland Oaks, most “things to do” revolve around parks, workouts, and easy meet-ups. Silverthorne Park is close for quick walks, and K-9 Kastle about a mile away is a go-to for dog owners. For bigger outdoor time, Pilot Knoll Park around 1.8 miles gives you a destination that feels like a weekend plan rather than a quick stop. If you’re meeting friends, The Brass Tap about 0.6 miles away and Legends Sports Bar around 2.1 miles cover the casual hangout side. Day-to-day treats are easy too, with Sip | Stir around 0.9 miles and Dutch Bros. Coffee about 1.9 miles when you want something on the go.

What ZIP code is Highland Oaks in?

Highland Oaks is in ZIP code 75077. This ZIP covers much of the surrounding Highland Village area and is tied to nearby schools and shopping options residents use every week.

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