Neighborhood in Highland Village, Denton County
Living in The Overlook Highland Shores, Highland Village
2nd of 7areas in Highland Village
Overall score 97 of 100 vs Texas neighborhoods
Highland Village overall: A
The Overlook Highland Shores is a neighborhood in Highland Village, TX, home to about 1,900 people. It gets an A+, in the top 5% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 2nd of 7 areas we score in Highland Village. It does best on home ownership and worst on errands and things to do.
- Top-rated schools
- Pricey
- Well connected
- Lots of parks
- Tornado risk is very high
- Hail risk is very high
Closest everyday places
| Grocery store | 1.7 mi |
| Pharmacy | 1.6 mi |
| Park | 0.4 mi |
| Cafe | 1.4 mi |
| Restaurant | 0.5 mi |
| Gym | 0.5 mi |
| Hospital or urgent care | 1.6 mi |
| Childcare | 1.1 mi |
| Library | 2.1 mi |
Straight-line distance from the middle of where people live. Overture Maps.
- Population
- 1,940
- Median rent
- No data
- Median home value
- $707,000
- Household income
- $194,400
- Average commute
- 27 min
- Homes owned
- 100%
What it's like to live in The Overlook Highland Shores
The Overlook Highland Shores is a neighborhood in Highland Village with about 1,900 residents, mostly newer homes (median year built 2003), mostly owner-occupied (100%) and 64% of households with children.
It grades A+ against every neighborhood in Texas and ranks 2nd of 7 areas in Highland Village, which grades A overall.
Pros of living in The Overlook Highland Shores
- Well-rated schools nearby. 3 of the 3 closest public schools are rated A or B.
- Parks within walking distance. The closest park is about 0.4 miles away.
Cons of living in The Overlook Highland Shores
- Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of tornadoes, hail and wildfires as very high in this part of town.
The Overlook Highland Shores report card
Each grade compares The Overlook Highland Shores with every neighborhood in Texas. Safety is not graded for single neighborhoods because police report crime for the whole city.
Cost of living: grade C+
Homes cost 3.6x income.
52 of 100 vs TX areasJobs and income: grade A
Median household income $194,400, 1.7% unemployed.
95 of 100 vs TX areasSchools: grade A
Nearby schools average 92 of 100 on the state rating.
95 of 100 vs TX areasSafety: no grade
Citywide, 43 violent crimes per 100k, 704 property crimes per 100k.
No score vs TX areasErrands and things to do: grade D+
Some everyday stores and services within a mile of homes.
27 of 100 vs TX areasGetting around: grade C-
Average commute 27 min, 28% work from home.
36 of 100 vs TX areasEducation levels: grade A
73% have a bachelor’s degree.
94 of 100 vs TX areasHealth: grade A
5.8% of adults uninsured.
91 of 100 vs TX areasHome ownership: grade A+
100% of homes owner-occupied.
99 of 100 vs TX areasInternet access: grade A
100% of homes have broadband.
91 of 100 vs TX areas
The Overlook Highland Shores compared with Highland Village
Better than Highland Village
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 73%15 points higher than Highland Village (59%)
- Median household income: $194,40022% higher than Highland Village ($159,828)
- Homes owned by the people living in them: 100%8 points higher than Highland Village (92%)
Worse than Highland Village
- Home value to income: 3.6x6% higher than Highland Village (3.4x)
- Average commute: 27 min5% higher than Highland Village (26 min)
Closest public schools
Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings. Check the attendance zone for any address with the district.
- AMcAuliffe ElementaryElementary, Lewisville ISD1.2 mi
- ABriarhill MiddleMiddle, Lewisville ISD1.6 mi
- AMarcus High SchoolHigh, Lewisville ISD2.3 mi
Cost of living in The Overlook Highland Shores
The median home is worth $707,000, 29% higher than the Highland Village median, which means a monthly payment of about $4,703 with property tax at today's mortgage rates.
| Measure | Here | Highland Village | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value29% higher than Highland Village | $707,000 | $550,000 | $283,800 |
| Home value to income6% higher than Highland Village | 3.6x | 3.4x | 3.6x |
| Homes owned by the people living in them8 points higher than Highland Village | 100% | 92% | 63% |
| Vacant homes2 points lower than Highland Village | 0% | 2.3% | 9.4% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Highland Village | 2003 | 1993 | 1992 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $3,870
- Property tax
- $833
Based on a $707,000 home in The Overlook Highland Shores, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median for the surrounding Census tract, or the county where that is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.
Work, income and getting around
| Measure | Here | Highland Village | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income22% higher than Highland Village | $194,400 | $159,828 | $78,476 |
| Unemployment rate2 points lower than Highland Village | 1.7% | 4.0% | 5.3% |
| People below the poverty lineAbout the same as Highland Village | 1.7% | 1.8% | 14% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher15 points higher than Highland Village | 73% | 59% | 34% |
| Average commute5% higher than Highland Village | 27 min | 26 min | 27 min |
| Workers who work from home2 points lower than Highland Village | 28% | 30% | 14% |
| Workers who walk, bike or take transitAbout the same as Highland Village | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.6% |
| Homes with broadband internet2 points higher than Highland Village | 100% | 98% | 91% |
Natural hazard risk
FEMA National Risk Index for the Census tracts in this area.
- River floodingHigh
- HurricanesLow
- TornadoesVery high
- HailVery high
- Heat wavesHigh
- WildfiresVery high
- Winter stormsModerate
- Strong windModerate
Who lives in The Overlook Highland Shores
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Other neighborhoods in Highland Village
- 1A+Baird AdditionMedian rent $2,970
- 3AHighland Shores 15-L
- 4AClearwater CMedian rent $1,980
- 5ALakewood EstatesMedian rent $1,850
- 6ABarnettMedian rent $2,320
- 7A-Highland Shores 6-PMedian rent $3,050
Similar neighborhoods in other cities
Areas elsewhere in Texas with the closest mix of grades.
- A+North ColleyvilleColleyville
- ABehrens RanchRound Rock
- A+Appaloosa RunAustin
Questions about The Overlook Highland Shores
Is The Overlook Highland Shores a good place to live?
The Overlook Highland Shores is a neighborhood in Highland Village, TX, home to about 1,900 people. It gets an A+, in the top 5% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 2nd of 7 areas we score in Highland Village. It does best on home ownership and worst on errands and things to do.
How much does it cost to live in The Overlook Highland Shores?
The median home is worth $707,000, 29% higher than the Highland Village median. A median home costs 3.6x the median household income, compared with 3.4x across Highland Village.
What schools serve The Overlook Highland Shores?
The closest rated public schools are McAuliffe Elementary (elementary, rated A), Briarhill Middle (middle, rated A) and Marcus High School (high, rated A). School zones can differ from the closest school, so check with the district.
This area is built from 1 Census block group closest to the The Overlook Highland Shores name on the map, so its edges are approximate. Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency, FEMA National Risk Index, Overture Maps. How we grade.