Stonebridge Ranch, McKinney
McKinney's largest master-planned community — lakes, two golf courses, a sandy beach club, and 30+ miles of trails, in well-regarded McKinney ISD.
The vibe
Resort amenities on a scale most of North Texas can’t match
Stonebridge Ranch is one of the largest master-planned communities in North Texas — more than 5,000 acres in west McKinney, developed since the late 1980s. That age is the point: unlike the brand-new communities further north, Stonebridge has grown-in trees, established landscaping, and a settled quality that newer master-plans won’t have for another decade.
The amenity package is the headline. Two golf courses at the Stonebridge Ranch Country Club (the Pete Dye and the Hills courses), the Beach & Tennis Club with its sandy-beach lagoon pool, a separate Aquatic Center, lakes, and more than thirty miles of hike-and-bike trails winding through the community. For a family that will actually use resort amenities, few places in Collin County deliver more of them.
Housing runs unusually broad for a luxury-adjacent community — from townhomes and patio homes in the $400Ks up to custom estates well past $1M. That range is part of why Stonebridge stays liquid: there’s a price of entry for a lot of different buyers, and the community doesn’t live or die on one narrow band.
What you’re trading: it’s big, and it’s an HOA-run community with real rules. The Stonebridge Ranch Community Association is one of the largest HOAs in Texas, and it has opinions about exteriors and landscaping. If you want acreage and no oversight, this isn’t it. If you want amenities, trees, and a strong resale story, it’s one of the best options in McKinney.
Who it fits
- Families who will genuinely use resort amenities — pools, beach club, golf, trails
- Buyers who want mature landscaping and established streets over brand-new construction
- Anyone prioritizing a broad price range and strong resale liquidity
- Golfers who want a course-community lifestyle without leaving McKinney ISD
Who it doesn’t
- Buyers who want acreage, privacy, and no HOA oversight
- Anyone set on the newest floor plans and current finishes without a renovation
- People who want a small, tucked-away enclave — this is a large, active community
Market pulse
Approximate figures reflecting recent NTREIS market activity. Numbers move month to month — confirm current data before deciding.
Typical range
~$400K to $1.5M+
Median sale price
~$650K
Price per sq ft
~$210–$280/sq ft
Median days on market
~30–50 days
Active listings
Broad across price bands
Schools
Stonebridge Ranch feeds well-regarded McKinney ISD
McKinney ISD. Stonebridge Ranch feeds well-regarded McKinney ISD campuses, and the district is a major part of the area’s enduring demand. Assignments vary by section within a community this large.
Verify the assigned campuses for the exact address before you write an offer. I check this on every property, without exception.
What’s nearby
Stonebridge Ranch Country Club — two golf courses, tennis, dining, social
The Beach & Tennis Club and Aquatic Center — sandy-beach lagoon pool and family swim
Adriatica Village — European-inspired waterside dining and shopping, minutes away
Historic Downtown McKinney (~10–12 min) — the square, restaurants, boutiques, farmers market
Sam Rayburn Tollway (SH-121) and US-75 — quick access south to Plano, Frisco and Dallas
More than 30 miles of interior hike-and-bike trails, plus North Lake and community parks
Before you buy here
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Sections differ by era and price
A community this large spans 30+ years of building. Some sections are 1990s, some are current custom. Ask which section you’re actually in — build year, lot size, and finishes vary widely.
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The HOA is large and active
Confirm current SRCA dues, what they cover, and the architectural rules before you plan any exterior work. This is a benefit for resale and a constraint if you want free rein.
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Amenities are worth pricing in
You’re paying for the beach club, golf infrastructure and trails whether or not you use them. If your family will use them, it’s a bargain. If not, a lower-amenity community may fit better.
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Age of systems in older sections
Roofs, HVAC and foundations in 20–30 year old North Texas homes deserve real scrutiny. Budget for an experienced inspector and, for older homes, a separate foundation evaluation.
Questions about Stonebridge Ranch, McKinney
For families who want resort amenities, mature landscaping, strong McKinney ISD schools and a broad price range, it’s one of the best options in the city — and it tends to resell well.
No. Country club and golf memberships are separate and optional. Community amenities like the trails, lakes and certain pools are tied to the HOA.
McKinney ISD. Assignments vary by section across the community — verify the exact campus for the specific address.
Broad — roughly the $400Ks for townhomes and patio homes up past $1.5M for custom estates, depending on section, size and lot. See current figures in the market table above.
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The details on this page — neighborhood descriptions, amenities, school assignments, and the market figures above — are provided for general guidance only and are believed accurate at the time of writing. Real estate market conditions, pricing, inventory, HOA rules, and school-district boundaries change frequently and vary by exact address. Nothing here is a guarantee, appraisal, or offer of representation, and it should not be relied upon as the sole basis for a real estate decision. Please verify all information independently and contact Maryam Bokhari for current, address-specific details.