In short, there’s a home in Midlothian for just about any buyer, says Donna Lasater, a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage and a Midlothian resident for 45 years.

 

"Midlothian is really the preferred area for buyers now," she says. "The town has really been growing because of such a huge influx from Dallas County."

 

The average home price is around $180,000, Lasater says, but beautiful homes are available starting in the $100,000 range on up to $400,000-plus.

 

Housing in Midlothian is well-suited for the family. The lots in Midlothian tend to be larger and more spread out, Lasater says. Trees are plentiful, and a residential construction boom in recent years has provided many choices for home buyers. The Rosebud subdivision is one of the many family-friendly neighborhoods that includes new homes, a playground area and a community pool near an elementary school. One of the city's biggest draws is the Midlothian Independent School District, which offers many innovative programs and has a reputation for academic excellence.

 

Convenience is another big factor. Located just 25 miles from Dallas and Fort Worth, Midlothian offers a small-town atmosphere with easy access to a major metropolitan area.

The Ashemore subdivision is an example of established, upscale neighborhoods available in Midlothian. With custom home sites on 1/2- to 1-acre lots in the $200,000 to $400,000 range, Ashemore is located in a quiet, tucked-away area close to Dallas. Another upscale neighborhood, Crystal Forest Estates, features a private park, gazebo, jogging trails, rolling hills, a creek and a pond. Homes in these neighborhoods typically include hardwood and tile floors, granite countertops, rock exterior and other elegant touches.