Highland Shores 14L-2: lake-country routines with Highland Village convenience

About Highland Shores 14L-2

What stands out about Highland Shores 14L-2 is how quickly a normal errand run turns into a parks-and-lake kind of day. Silverthorne Park is the closest “easy button” at about 0.6 miles, and from there the neighborhood’s orbit keeps expanding to Pilot Knoll Park, Castlewood Park, and K-9 Kastle—places locals actually use for quick walks, sunset loops, and letting dogs burn energy without a big production.

Highland Shores 14L-2 sits among a tight cluster of Highland Shores sections, so it feels connected rather than isolated. Being steps from Highland Shores 14L-1 and close to The Overlook Highland Shores gives the area a stitched-together vibe: familiar streets, neighbors who recognize each other at the same coffee stops, and weekend plans that often start with “meet you at the park” instead of “let’s drive across town.”

Housing here reflects what buyers typically want in 75077: established single-family living with a strong ownership base. In the surrounding ZIP code area, about 75.6% of homes are owner-occupied, and that stability shows up in well-kept exteriors and regular refresh projects. With a median home value around $464,000, Highland Shores 14L-2 tends to attract households who are investing for the long haul, not just trying out a location for a year.

The people profile fits Highland Village’s reputation for educated, career-established residents. In 75077, nearly half of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher at 49.9%, the median age is 40.5, and the median household income runs about $127,211. You see it in day-to-day rhythms: early school drop-offs, mid-morning work-from-home calls, and after-dinner walks that head toward the nearest pocket park.

Because the neighborhood is surrounded by highly rated schools and a deep bench of nearby recreation, Highland Shores 14L-2 often draws buyers who want their daily life to be simple—parks close enough for a spontaneous walk, groceries within a short drive, and school names you’ll hear again and again in local conversations, like McAuliffe El and Briarhill Middle.

Living in Highland Shores 14L-2

Daily life in Highland Shores 14L-2 tends to run on short trips and familiar stops. Grocery runs are genuinely convenient, with Walmart Supercenter about 1.1 miles away for quick staples, Tom Thumb around 1.4 miles when you want a traditional grocery feel, and Whole Foods Market roughly 1.5 miles out for prepared foods and specialty items. That closeness matters on a Wednesday night when dinner plans change and you’d rather not spend half an hour in the car.

Homes in the 75077 area skew toward owner-occupied households, and Highland Shores 14L-2 matches that settled feel. With a homeownership rate around 77.7% and an average home value of $464,000, many residents treat the neighborhood like a multi-stage home: you’ll see projects that update kitchens, refresh landscaping, or modernize interiors without changing the established character. Renters exist in the broader ZIP, but the tone here is more “neighbors who stay” than “neighbors who rotate.”

Parks shape the week. Silverthorne Park is close enough for a quick lap before work, and Pilot Knoll Park is the kind of place that can anchor a weekend, especially when you want more space and a change of scenery. Families also spread out to Unity Park, Brazos Park, and Sycamore Bend Park depending on the mood—playground time, picnic time, or just a quiet stretch of green. For pet owners, K-9 Kastle being around a mile away turns into a regular routine rather than a special trip.

Schools are a major reason buyers focus on this pocket of Highland Village. Multiple nearby campuses in Lewisville ISD carry A ratings, including McAuliffe El about 0.8 miles away, Heritage El around 1 mile, and Briarhill Middle roughly 1.1 miles. High school options include Marcus H S at about 2 miles and Flower Mound H S around 4 miles, both rated A. That density of well-regarded campuses keeps mornings predictable—short drives, familiar drop-off lines, and school communities that overlap with the same parks and weekend spots.

Work and commuting patterns in 75077 are a blend of at-home flexibility and car travel, with about 23.1% working from home and 68.5% driving alone. That translates locally into mid-morning coffee runs to Sip | Stir, then afternoon errands near Target and Walmart Neighborhood Market. Evenings often end with low-key meetups at The Brass Tap, Legends Sports Bar, or The Porch Patio Bar & Kitchen—close enough that it feels like part of the neighborhood’s social map rather than a destination.

Things to Do Near Highland Shores 14L-2

If you like to keep your free time outdoors, Highland Shores 14L-2 is surrounded by choices that make it easy to get outside without planning ahead. Silverthorne Park is the closest quick escape, while Pilot Knoll Park and Castlewood Park are both about a mile away when you want a longer walk or a change of scenery. K-9 Kastle is also around a mile out, so dog owners can work it into a normal weekday.

For everyday convenience and “treat yourself” stops, the neighborhood is well positioned. Sip | Stir is a favorite kind of nearby coffee run at roughly 1.2 miles, and there are multiple familiar options like Corner Bakery and Starbucks around the 1.6–1.9 mile range. Grocery and shopping errands stay simple with Tom Thumb, Whole Foods Market, Target, and two Walmart options all within a few miles, which helps keep weeknights from turning into long drives.

Fitness routines are equally close to home, whether that’s a straightforward workout at LA Fitness, Planet Fitness, or Anytime Fitness, or kid-focused swim lessons at Aqua-Tots Swim Schools and Emler Swim School.

Neighborhoods Near Highland Shores 14L-2

Highland Shores 14L-2 sits in the middle of a tight set of Highland Shores sections, so nearby neighborhoods feel like natural extensions of the same day-to-day routine. Highland Shores 14L-1 is essentially next door at about 0.1 miles, and Highland Shores 12-P, 6-P, 8-L, 10-P, and 11-L are all clustered within roughly 0.3 miles. That proximity matters when you’re choosing parks, school carpools, and the quickest route to Tom Thumb or Whole Foods Market.

If you’re comparing slightly different home styles and micro-vibes, Highland Shores Villas Section 1 and Highland Shores Villas Section 2 are close by at about 0.3 miles and 0.2 miles, respectively, and can feel a bit more “lock-and-leave” in contrast to some of the larger-lot, longer-term ownership energy typical in this part of 75077.

The Overlook Highland Shores is also nearby at around 0.4 miles, which adds another point of comparison for buyers who want to stay in the same general Highland Village pocket while weighing layout, streetscape, and how close they want to be to the park network.

Local Resources for Highland Shores 14L-2 Residents

For civic services and local support, residents are close to key Denton County and Highland Village resources. Highland Village Municipal Court Highland Village is about 1.2 miles away for municipal needs, and the Denton County Southwest Courthouse (Denton County Texas) is roughly 7.8 miles out when county-level services come up. Property value and exemption questions typically route through Denton Central Appraisal District, located about 7.9 miles away.

Public safety and emergency response options are also nearby, with Corinth Police Department, Texas around 2.9 miles away and the Lake Cities Fire Department about 2.9 miles out. For larger regional emergencies and services, Denton County Emergency Services District #1 is about 5.2 miles away.

For families and anyone who likes to use local facilities, library access is convenient in several directions, including Flower Mound Public Library around 4 miles away and Lewisville Public Library about 4.4 miles away. On the education side, Highland Shores 14L-2 is surrounded by Lewisville ISD campuses like McAuliffe El, Heritage El, and Marcus H S, with additional Denton ISD options such as Blanton El and Guyer H S within a short drive—useful for households comparing programs and commute times.

Frequently Asked Questions About Highland Shores 14L-2

Is Highland Shores 14L-2 a good place to live?

Highland Shores 14L-2 tends to feel like a settled, park-oriented pocket of 75077 where daily life is designed around short drives and familiar routines. The surrounding ZIP code area has a median household income of about $127,211 and a median age of 40.5, which often translates into neighbors who are established and engaged in school and sports schedules. With an average home value around $464,000 and homeownership around 77.7%, the neighborhood leans stable—people maintain their homes and stay long enough to build relationships at places like Sip | Stir and nearby parks such as Silverthorne Park and Pilot Knoll Park.

Is Highland Shores 14L-2 safe?

Specific crime statistics aren’t provided here, but Highland Shores 14L-2 benefits from the everyday “eyes on the street” effect that comes with high owner occupancy. In the surrounding area, roughly 75.6% of housing is owner-occupied, and that usually supports a more watchful, community-minded feel. For official services, residents are close to Corinth Police Department, Texas at about 2.9 miles, and Highland Village Municipal Court Highland Village is about 1.2 miles away. Practically, the neighborhood’s safety culture often shows up in people using nearby parks like Silverthorne Park and K-9 Kastle regularly, including early mornings and after dinner.

How are the schools in Highland Shores 14L-2?

Highland Shores 14L-2 sits near a dense lineup of A-rated schools, primarily in Lewisville ISD, which is a major draw for buyers focusing on academics and campus options. McAuliffe El is about 0.8 miles away and rated A, Heritage El is roughly 1 mile and rated A, and Briarhill Middle is around 1.1 miles and rated A. For high school, Marcus H S is close at about 2 miles with an A rating and a larger enrollment of 2,998. Families also have nearby Denton ISD alternatives like Blanton El and Guyer H S, both rated A, which can be helpful when comparing programs and commute times.

What is the cost of living in Highland Shores 14L-2?

Detailed cost-of-living indices and a Regional Price Parity (RPP) breakdown aren’t provided for Highland Shores 14L-2, so a precise comparison to the U.S. average (where an RPP of 100 equals the national average for overall costs, housing, goods, and utilities) can’t be calculated from the data here. What we can do is anchor your ownership costs with the local property tax pieces that are provided. In Highland Village, the city property tax rate is $0.5010 per $100 of valuation, and the county property tax rate is $0.1859 per $100 of valuation; together that’s an estimated $0.6869 per $100 before adding any school district or special district taxes, which aren’t included in the data above. With a median/average home value around $464,000 in 75077, property taxes are a meaningful part of the monthly budget, even as many households benefit from Texas having no state income tax. In practice, households often balance higher home values and taxes with the convenience of nearby shopping like Tom Thumb and Whole Foods Market and the strong school access that supports long-term resale demand.

Is Highland Shores 14L-2 good for families?

Highland Shores 14L-2 works well for families who want parks, schools, and errands to be close together. You’re near a deep park network—Silverthorne Park is about 0.6 miles away, and Pilot Knoll Park and Castlewood Park are roughly a mile out—so weekend playtime doesn’t require a big drive. Schools are a standout, with multiple A-rated Lewisville ISD campuses close by, including McAuliffe El and Briarhill Middle, plus A-rated high school options like Marcus H S. The broader 75077 area also has a meaningful share of kids, with 16.5% of residents under 18, which tends to support active youth activities and family-centered routines.

What is Highland Shores 14L-2 known for?

Highland Shores 14L-2 is known locally for feeling like part of Highland Village’s “park belt,” where outdoor time is built into the week. Residents commonly rotate between Silverthorne Park, Pilot Knoll Park, and K-9 Kastle, making the neighborhood recognizable by its quick access to green space and dog-friendly routines. It’s also known for being surrounded by highly regarded schools—names like McAuliffe El, Heritage El, and Marcus H S come up often when people describe why they bought in this part of 75077. The area’s higher ownership levels and $464,000 home values reinforce its reputation as a stable, long-term place to put down roots.

What are things to do near Highland Shores 14L-2?

Near Highland Shores 14L-2, most “things to do” start outdoors and end with food or a coffee run. Silverthorne Park is close for quick walks, while Pilot Knoll Park and Castlewood Park are about a mile away when you want more space. For dog owners, K-9 Kastle is also around a mile out. When it’s time to refuel, Sip | Stir is a nearby go-to, with Corner Bakery and multiple Starbucks locations close as well. Social nights often land at The Brass Tap, Legends Sports Bar, or The Porch Patio Bar & Kitchen, all within a short drive, which keeps meetups easy even on weeknights.

What ZIP code is Highland Shores 14L-2 in?

Highland Shores 14L-2 is in ZIP code 75077 in Highland Village. If you’re searching listings, 75077 is the key ZIP to use for mapping and school-distance filters.

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