After starting a family, many parents often want to move to a family friendly community; towns where their children can safely play outside, have neighborhood friends, and attend academic-minded schools. In terms of safety, education, and community, Texas is one of the top states to embody all three aspects. Specifically, Texas’s well known city, Coppell, is one of the most family-oriented areas.
For those seeking a new community to raise a family in, here are four reasons to consider Coppell:
Atmosphere
While there are plenty of homes for sale in Texas in general, the homes for sale in Coppell are positioned in small, individual communities. For example, near the northern area of Coppell close to highway 121, there are a couple of new home communities like Westhaven from builders like David Weekley and CalAtlantic, that offer great homes with parks and recreation facilities built with families in mind. This community boasts of 35 Acres of Open Space with 2 lakes, multiple community parks and fountain and walking trails connected to Andy Brown Park. It also offers easy Access to highways Sam Rayburn Tollway/Highway 121 and to I-35E with close proximity to DFW Airport
As the newest community of Coppell, this community has a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Not only are there a wide variety of homes to consider, there are homes at different price points suitable for families at various stages of their lives.
2. Recreation
Coppell is full of activity. The area itself is filled with outdoor amenities like Trinity River Kayak Rentals, Coppell Aquatic Center, and Coppell Community Gardens. At Coppell Aquatic Center, kids and adults alike can enjoy lying out in the sun, swimming in the water, indoor pool, and so much more.
Additionally, there are multiple biking and running trails, parks, skate parks, baseball fields, and basketball courts all available for Coppell residents’ use. With it being such a safe area, most parents are not concerned letting their children use these amenities with their friends.
3. Homes
The homes for sale in Coppell range from large family homes to quaint town houses to charming apartments, offering families of all shapes and sizes the opportunity to find a home suited to their needs. Coppell has newly constructed communities that focus on eco-friendly products and practices, to offer families the most sustainable way of life possible. From solar energy to green building materials, these homes allow families to live in a more energy-efficient manner.
Additionally, energy-efficiency lowers utility bills. Since Texas’s cost of living is already less than many areas, this area is extremely appealing to families, as they can live a spacious home while saving money. It alleviates quite a bit of monetary concerns.
4. Education
Coppell has quite a few schools, including an elementary school, high school, middle school, and preparatory school. Texas is known for its focus on education, and Coppell is no different. Not only are these schools filled with excellent teachers, they are conveniently located within Coppell city limits, allowing students the ability to easily walk to and from school. Additionally, in Coppell there is a huge library dedicated to children. It is open for studying, research, reading, and other events, which shows how much of an emphasis Coppell places on education.
For these reasons and many others, Coppell is a great family community.