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Glenn Heights is a city divided between Dallas and Ellis counties, situated about 15 miles south of downtown Dallas along the Interstate 35E corridor. The city incorporated in 1969 and has grown steadily in the decades since, evolving from a small, semi-rural community into a residential suburb that forms part of the southern edge of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The city's defining feature is its location. I-35E runs along its western edge, giving residents a direct route north into Dallas and south toward Waxahachie and the rest of Ellis County. This corridor position has driven residential growth, adding newer subdivisions alongside the city's older, more established areas. Glenn Heights covers about 7.2 square miles, and much of its character reflects that mix of eras — a community still suburbanizing around a core of earlier development. Education is split along county lines, a common feature of cities that straddle two counties. The Dallas County portion of Glenn Heights is served by the DeSoto Independent School District, while the Ellis County portion falls within the Red Oak Independent School District. This dual-district arrangement gives families different school pathways depending on where in the city they live. Glenn Heights tends to appeal to homebuyers seeking newer construction and a suburban setting with a straightforward commute into Dallas, while the Ellis County side offers a slightly more spread-out, emerging suburban feel. Everyday shopping and services are available within the city and in nearby DeSoto, Red Oak, and Cedar Hill, and its position midway between Dallas and the growing communities of northern Ellis County keeps it well connected to the region's economy.

Population 15,819

County Dallas County, Ellis County

Active Listings 131

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Frequently Asked Questions

What county is Glenn Heights in?

Glenn Heights is divided between Dallas County and Ellis County, Texas. The Dallas County side is the more developed portion of the city, while the Ellis County side has seen most of the newer residential growth.

What school districts serve Glenn Heights?

Glenn Heights is served by two districts along county lines: the DeSoto Independent School District for the Dallas County portion and the Red Oak Independent School District for the Ellis County portion.

How far is Glenn Heights from Dallas?

Glenn Heights sits about 15 miles south of downtown Dallas along Interstate 35E, a drive of roughly 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic. The city also sits close to DeSoto, Cedar Hill, and Red Oak.

When was Glenn Heights incorporated?

Glenn Heights incorporated in the year 1969. Since then, it has grown from a small community into a suburban city of roughly sixteen thousand residents, situated along the Interstate 35E corridor south of Dallas.

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