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    411 for renters

    2 North Texas cities rank among best places to find new apartments in 2023

    Cecilia Lenzen
    Jan 25, 2023 | 11:00 am
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    Renters seeking new apartments could have the best luck finding their new home in two Dallas suburbs, a new study says.

    RentCafe has named Frisco and McKinney as the fourth and fifth best cities for finding new apartments in 2023, respectively. The apartment listing service ranked the top 50 U.S. cities for finding new apartments by analyzing the number of new apartments opened in the last 10 years, how large they are, the most recent occupancy rate, and the quality of neighborhoods where they are located.

    The RentCafe report notes that apartment buildings are almost full in every metro area across the U.S., meaning renters have a higher chance of finding available apartments in newly built communities.

    So, what made Frisco and McKinney stand out?

    Over the last 10 years, Frisco has seen a 194.7% increase in new apartments, according to the study. The city also boasts a 92.9% share of new apartments in top locations and an occupancy rate of 95.1%. The average apartment size in Frisco is 933 square feet.

    Frisco is also one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S., thanks to its “booming economy, amazing sports scene, countless entertainment options, proximity to the great outdoors and high safety rating,” the study says.

    As for McKinney, the city has increased its new apartments by 111% in the last 10 years and has 90.5% of its apartments in top locations. The average apartment size is 918 square feet, and 94.1% of McKinney apartments are occupied.

    Much like Frisco, McKinney has “a thriving economy, great quality of life and high-paying job opportunities in various industries,” the study says.

    Texas cities dominated the ranking with 12 cities in the top 50, six of which made it into the top 10. In addition to Frisco and McKinney, the cities of Midland (No. 2), Humble (No. 3), Spring (No. 8), and Katy (No. 10) also made it to the top 10.

    Boca Raton, Florida took the No. 1 spot in the survey.

    No. 2-ranked Midland, which is part of the Permian Basin area, saw a 56.8% increase in new apartments. About 40.7% of the city’s apartments are in top locations, and the average size of new apartments is 913 square feet. Meanwhile, about 81.8% of the apartments are occupied.

    In the Houston suburb of Humble, which ranks No. 3, there has been a 45.2% increase in new apartments over the past decade. The occupancy rate is 91.1%, and the average size of new apartments is 925 square feet. About 78% of new apartments are in top locations.

    Humble’s suburban location and proximity to Houston could be what entices renters to move to the “hidden gem,” the study says.

    Also a Houston suburb, No. 8-ranking Spring boasts an occupancy rate of 94.5% and an average apartment size of 947 square feet. New apartments have increased 112.4%, and 48% of new apartments are in top locations.

    Spring has seen substantial growth, mostly thanks to ExxonMobil’s 2011 decision to build a campus there and expand its operations in Texas. While the campus was being built, many ExxonMobil employees relocated from Irving to Spring.

    The tenth best city and another Houston suburb, Katy, has seen a 123.2% increase in new apartments. About 44.9% of those apartments are in top locations, and the average occupancy is 94.9%. The average size of new apartments is 951 square feet.

    Katy offers “the best of both worlds” to many renters: small-town charm and big-city amenities. The city’s highly rated schools and major employers contribute to its success. Also, Katy is a popular retirement spot because of its health care facilities and recreation centers.

    Elsewhere in Texas, the top 50 included a mix of bigger cities, college towns, and suburbs:

    Round Rock, No. 22
    Increase in new apartments: 36%
    Share of new apartments in top locations: 91%
    Occupancy: 92.6%
    Average size of new apartments: 895 square feet

    Richardson, No. 25
    Increase in new apartments: 79.5%
    Share of new apartments in top locations: 96.5%
    Occupancy: 95.7%
    Average size of new apartments: 877

    College Station, No. 31
    Increase in new apartments: 49.6%
    Share of new apartments in top locations: 19.9%
    Occupancy: 94.4%
    Average size of new apartments: 1,039 square feet

    Houston, No. 35
    Increase in new apartments: 20%
    Share of new apartments in top locations: 63.9%
    Occupancy: 89.9%
    Average size of new apartments: 929 square feet

    Conroe, No. 36
    Increase in new apartments: 85.4%
    Share of new apartments in top locations: 30%
    Occupancy: 95.1%
    Average size of new apartments: 935 square feet

    Plano, No. 42
    Increase in new apartments: 27.4%
    Share of new apartments in top locations: 92.7%
    Occupancy: 93.3%
    Average size of new apartments: 905 square feet

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    Surprising Dallas neighbor ranks among hottest ZIP codes in U.S.

    Amber Heckler
    Nov 28, 2025 | 2:30 pm
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    Movers are loving Lavon for its small-town feel and proximity to the big city.

    A recent analysis of American relocation trends has revealed the small city of Lavon outside Dallas was one of the top five hottest ZIP code for movers nationwide in October 2025.

    Lavon's 75166 ZIP code ranked No. 5 on MovingPlace's new list ranking the U.S. cities with the highest number of new movers per 1,000 current residents during the month of October.

    According to the study's data, 961,650 moves took place across the nation last month. Lavon (population: 13,800) saw 10.8 moves per 1,000 residents in October, the fifth highest moving rate out of all U.S. cities.

    Lavon is located 32 miles northeast of Dallas in Collin County. It was praised as a highly sought-after locale for movers who want to live somewhere affordable outside Dallas while still reaping the benefits from a community with a small-town feel.

    The report also added that Lavon's 75166 ZIP was the No. 1 hottest ZIP code in September, but relocations dipped 7.7 percent from September to October.

    "When looking at the top ZIP codes in each state, it’s clear that less populated ZIP codes often show dramatic month-over-month increases, sometimes exceeding 100 percent," the report said. "Larger cities, by contrast, maintain consistently high move volumes without extreme spikes, because their larger populations dampen the impact of individual moves."

    These are the top 10 hottest U.S. ZIP codes based on moves per capita in October:

    • No. 1 – 78616 in Dale, Texas
    • No. 2 – 34987 in Port Saint Lucie, Florida
    • No. 3 – 37228 in Nashville, Tennessee
    • No. 4 – 80019 in Aurora, Colorado
    • No. 5 – 75166 in Lavon, Texas
    • No. 6 – 32461 in Inlet Beach, Florida
    • No. 7 – 10004 in New York, New York
    • No. 8 – 43137 in Lockbourne, Ohio
    • No. 9 – 30346 in Atlanta, Georgia
    • No. 10 – 78656 in Maxwell, Texas

    The hottest U.S. ZIP codes by total move volume
    Five Texas ZIPs ranked among MovingPlace's separate analysis of the top 10 hottest U.S. ZIP codes based on total move volume.

    McKinney's ever-popular 75071 ZIP code ranked No. 5 on the list after gaining 298 new residents last month, only 72 residents shy from No. 1-ranking Washington, D.C.'s new resident count.

    This North Dallas suburb also previously ranked as the No. 8 most popular ZIP for movers during the first five months of 2025.

    The report said McKinney's most attractive qualities are its safety, its high-performing schools, and its proximity to outdoor recreational activities. it also helps that the suburb consistently ranks as the No. 1 hottest housing market in America, and it frequently tops lists comparing the best cities for renters or the most affordable cities in the U.S.

    The top 10 hottest American ZIP codes in October based on total move volume were:

    • No. 1 – 20002 in Washington, D.C.
    • No. 2 – 78130 in New Braunfels, Texas
    • No. 3 – 78641 in Leander, Texas
    • No. 4 – 77433 in Cypress, Texas
    • No. 5 – 75071 in McKinney, Texas
    • No. 6 –32256 in Jacksonville, Florida
    • No. 7 –77493 in Katy, Texas
    • No. 8 – 85142 in Queen Creek, Arizona
    • No. 9 – 98052 in Redmond, Washington
    • No. 10 – 28269 in Charlotte, North Carolina
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