Dallas-Fort Worth metro, TX relocation guide
Moving to Murphy, TX
$645,000Median listing price
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About Murphy
Murphy is a suburban city in Collin County northeast of Dallas, with a history going back to the late 1800s (per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026). The 2020 census reported 21,013 residents, up from 3,099 in 2000.
Home prices in Murphy
The median listing price in Murphy is $645,000.
Top places in Murphy
- Murphy Central Park — flagship park with amphitheater and trails.
- Murphy Marketplace and the FM 544 commercial corridor.
- Annual Maize Days fall festival.
- Nearby Breckinridge Park (Richardson) and Plano's Oak Point Park.
Commuting from Murphy
- Approximate drive to downtown Dallas: ~30–40 minutes via the President George Bush Turnpike (approximate; longer at peak).
- Approximate drive to downtown Fort Worth: ~60–70 minutes via the Bush Turnpike and SH-183 (approximate).
Murphy FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Murphy, TX?
The median listing price in Murphy is $645,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Murphy, TX?
Approximate drive to downtown Dallas: ~30–40 minutes via the President George Bush Turnpike (approximate; longer at peak).
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.