Dallas-Fort Worth metro, TX relocation guide
Moving to Blue Ridge, TX
$489,900Median listing price
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About Blue Ridge
Blue Ridge is a small rural city in northeastern Collin County at the junction of SH-78, FM 981, and FM 545; population was 1,180 at the 2020 census (per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026). It retains a quiet country character with acreage homesites, modest older homes, and some manufactured housing — a value play for buyers wanting land within reach of the metro.
Home prices in Blue Ridge
The median listing price in Blue Ridge is $489,900.
Top places in Blue Ridge
- Downtown Blue Ridge — small-town strip along SH-78.
- Blue Ridge City Park — local park and community gathering spot.
- Surrounding farmland and ranch roads — the area's rural appeal.
Commuting from Blue Ridge
- Approximate drive to downtown Dallas: ~60–70 minutes via SH-78 (approximate).
- Approximate drive to downtown Fort Worth: ~95–110 minutes via SH-78 and I-35W (approximate).
Blue Ridge FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Blue Ridge, TX?
The median listing price in Blue Ridge is $489,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Blue Ridge, TX?
Approximate drive to downtown Dallas: ~60–70 minutes via SH-78 (approximate).
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.