If you are in the market for a new home and looking for wide open space, look no further than Midlothian, Texas. Situated in Ellis County just 26 miles south of Dallas and Fort Worth, this suburban gem sparkles quietly on the bustling North Texas landscape. With a population around 53,000 and a median household income of $103,169 within the Midlothian Independent School District (MISD), this affluent community blends cosmopolitan amenities with provincial living.

Incorporated in 1888, Midlothian still celebrates its rural heritage built on cattle farms, cotton gins, and corn production while forging into a future defined by business growth, stellar education, gorgeous homes for sale, and quality of life. The community has undergone rapid growth in the past decade fueled by a steady influx of new residents, ongoing housing, retail, commercial development, and several new school campuses. Additionally, construction on a new library and city hall are underway in Midlothian’s quaint downtown.

Businesses that call Midlothian home include Gerdau, Holcim, Applied LNG, Ash Grove, Buckley Oil, Martin Marietta, and more. Kroger arrived in 2017 and anchors the evolving Midlothian Towne Center, while Google, Methodist Midlothian Medical Center, Sunrider Manufacturing, and SunOpta are among the community’s newest corporate residents.

When it comes to the local dining scene, Midlothian delivers delectable fare thanks to hometown favorites Kim & Jenny’s, Tio Tony’s, Hibachio, and Caroline’s Cafe as well as newer eateries like Big D BBQ, Bellucci’s Italian, Tie Thai, Twisted Sisters Tap House, Adoriana Sushi & Asian Grill, Eggsquisite Cafe, and more.

Read on to learn more about how Midlothian is drawing a diverse array of residents thanks in part to its luxury homes for sale set amidst an exceptional quality of life.

Educational Excellence

 As Midlothian has grown by leaps and bounds, it has remained keenly focused on its educational infrastructure. Midlothian ISD, which encompasses roughly 112 square miles and more than 11,084 students, now showcases two high schools, three middle schools, and eight elementary schools – the newest of which opened in late 2022. The district also opened doors to its new MILE (Midlothian Innovative Learning Experience) campus in the fall of 2020. This innovative educational facility provides learning environments that reflect current industry and workplace conditions in five career and technical education (CTE) pathways: culinary arts, cybersecurity, aerospace engineering, civil engineering, and entrepreneurship. Additionally, the community is home to the Midlothian Higher Education Center (MHEC) which houses three higher education institutions: Navarro College, Tarleton State University, and Texas A&M University-Commerce.

The Midlothian Higher Education Center, Source: Midlothian Economic Development

Top Safety Ratings

For families on the move, a community’s safety record is a top concern. While no community may ever be 100 percent crime-free, a low crime rate is the next best thing. 

For several years in a row, Midlothian has been recognized for a crime rate that comes in well below state and national averages:

• Last year, Midlothian was No. 34 on Safewise’s “Texas’s 50 Safest Cities of 2022.” 
• Midlothian ranked No. 23 on Alarms.org’s “Safest Cities in Texas – 2021.” 
• Midlothian took the No. 5 spot on BackgroundChecks.org’s “Safest Cities to Live in Texas 2019” report. 

Additionally, in June 2020, Midlothian opened its newest fire station on U.S. Highway 287 and West Main Street. This state-of-the-art facility replaced the current Fire Station No. 1 on 8th Street that was built in the mid-1960s when an all-volunteer fire department served Midlothian’s population of fewer than 2,500 residents. The city has consistently invested in its police, fire, and EMS services to ensure optimal community safety.

Reduced Congestion

North Texas is one of the hottest spots in the country, and it has the population and traffic to prove it. With tremendous job opportunities, cosmopolitan amenities, and a temperate year-round climate, it is not surprising that people are flocking to the Dallas-Fort Worth metro from destinations near and far. Midlothian offers the chance to be close to all the action with the added benefit of convenient and uncongested roadways. Access the best that DFW has to offer easily and efficiently with U.S. Highways 67 and 287, which intersect in Midlothian, and the recently completed nearby 360 Tollway. Further, Midlothian is less than 30 minutes from four interstate highways, I-20, I-35E, I-35W and I-45.

Small Town Comfort

When asked, many residents report that wide open space makes up much of the charm that drew them to the community. Even though Midlothian is one of the fastest growing communities in North Texas, it still offers plenty of room to move along with a sophisticated country-chic vibe. Warm and friendly, Midlothian blends the best of small town living with proximity to big city amenities. From hometown Friday night lights and summertime movies in the park, to the 4th of July parade and fireworks show, to the Scarecrow Festival in October, Midlothian is full of year-round family fun and plenty of space to decompress from the busyness of life.

MISD multipurpose stadium, Source: Midlothian Economic Development

Wine & Arts Festival 

Each year in April, Midlothian’s historic downtown comes alive with the scents of savory food, the sounds of live music, creative offerings by diverse artisans and vendors, and the opportunity to sample a variety of premier Texas wineries and craft brews. What started several years ago as a modest show has blossomed into a much-anticipated event that now draws scores of talented vendors and more than 7,000 visitors from all over Texas year after year. The festival, which lasts for one day and features a wine walk from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m., is one of the community’s most popular events and serves up a delightful day for memorable family fun, live music, shopping for unique treasures, and more.

Parks and Outdoor Family Fun

 In February 2017, the first phase of Midlothian Community Park was unveiled for eager residents. The spacious park features 13 soccer and football fields of varying sizes as well as a lighted competition field outfitted for both football and soccer. A playground, concession stand, seating area, restrooms, and a one-mile walking trail were also included in the park’s first phase. 

Phase 2 of the park officially opened in January 2022, which completed the development of the 105-acre multipurpose recreational complex. Park visitors enjoy amenities including a new splash pad and playground, sports courts (think basketball, tennis, pickleball, wall ball, roller hockey, etc.), sand volleyball courts, baseball fields, a fishing lake, amphitheater, additional walking trails, and more space to simply enjoy the outdoors. Since its opening, the park’s Art Pierard Memorial Amphitheater has hosted a summer concert series that is free and open to the public. 

Special events and fun family moments enveloped in fresh breezes have helped make Midlothian Community Park one of the city’s most beloved havens for recreation.

Midlothian Community Park, Source: Midlothian Economic Development

Dream Homes for Sale

Take a drive around Midlothian and be amazed by all the stunning residential construction and new homes for sale. In every direction, master-planned communities are taking shape full of beautiful homes featuring top-notch construction, superior craftsmanship, and splendid amenities. Whether you are looking for a lock-and-leave gated community, a neighborhood with community pools and parks, or a home surrounded by treed acreage, Midlothian offers a little something for everyone. Community spirit is alive and well in Midlothian’s numerous subdivisions, many of which host neighborhood gatherings, trick-or-treat events, and other social functions. In fact, chances are good that your dream home in Midlothian, Texas is just a click away!



Dove Creek Home, Source: John Houston Homes

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If you are considering a move to the DFW area, John Houston Homes is ready to help you find or build your dream home in Midlothian. Hayes Crossing, Wind Ridge, Bridgewater, Dove Creek, Wickliffe Manor, The Arbors, and Brandi Ridge are just a few of the community’s incredible subdivisions featuring John Houston Homes.

We invite you to contact a New Home Advisor today at 866 582 9581 and see Midlothian for yourself up close and personal!