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About Murphy, TX

About Murphy, TX

The active community of Murphy

It can be easy to label Murphy a bedroom community within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, but this suburban city has a lot going on. “Our town is very active,” says Jackie Hurtado, a local Realtor with eXp Realty. “We have several events during the year.” With a flourishing public parks system, the city has a scenic setting for those events. Come to Murphy Central Park every Friday night each June for live music as part of the Sounds at Sundown concert series. Or catch a family-friendly movie on weekends in May. With an amphitheater that can seat up to 3,000 people, this park is well-suited for large community events.

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Just a few mins east of Murphy, stop in to Wylie Crossfit for the best group workouts.
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Master planned neighborhoods make up most of the Murphy area.
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Mostly newer homes in planned subdivisions

Murphy has grown quickly over the last couple of decades, and houses in the city reflect that growth. You can still find older ranch-style homes spread out on large lots, but most of what you’ll see in the town is newer homes in planned subdivisions. These large homes come with brick and stone exteriors and are closer together than their older counterparts, but still have enough room that you won’t feel crammed in with your neighbors. Built-in garages are standard in these subdivisions, but they’re usually located on the side of the home, leaving the front looking neat and tidy. Because most of the subdivisions are relatively new, the trees haven’t filled in to the point where they offer plenty of shade in the community, but they do add a touch of natural beauty to the homes. Sidewalks line the community's streets, giving residents room for a stroll through the area. Hurtado says depending on which subdivision you look at, you can find homes listed for anywhere from $600,000 to $1 million.

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A multi gabled two story home sits in the neighborhood of Daniel Crossing in Murphy.
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Newer neighborhoods in Murphy are lined with growing trees and manicured yards.
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Hiking the Maxwell Creek Trails and more

In addition to the amphitheater, Murphy Central Park has plenty of other fun to enjoy. The park has a stocked fishing pond, playground, picnic facilities and 5 acres of multi-use sports fields. A half-mile walking trail through the park connects to the longer Maxwell Creek Trails, an extensive network of nature trails that follow the meandering Maxwell Creek north to south through the city. The system includes concrete hike and bike trails, off-road dirt trails and granite nature trails. The trails will connect to a larger Collin County Trails System when completed.

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With 5 sprawling acres, Liberty Ridge Park is a beautiful neighborhood park in Murphy Tx.
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Rough terrain with roots to use as steps at The Maxwell Preserve Trails in Murphy.
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Lots of electives at McMillen High School

Students in Murphy might attend Boggess Elementary School, Murphy Middle School, CA McMillen High School and Plano East Senior High School. Each of the schools receives an A overall rating from Niche. McMillen High School serves students in grades nine and 10 and offers a range of elective courses in fine arts, engineering and computer technology. Students can participate in extracurricular activities like National Honor Society, orchestra, choir and several sports teams.

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Murphy Middle School cultivates a supportive environment for students.
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Tom Kimbrough Stadium is a 9,800-capacity multi-use high school football stadium in Murphy.
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Commercial hub along Murphy Road

The intersection of Murphy Road and FM 544 is the town’s commercial hub, with several chain restaurants lining the streets. There are also a few popular local restaurants here, such as The BackYard. This low-key spot is focused on food and fun. With a barbecue-centric menu and a patio featuring cornhole and picnic tables, it’s a popular spot to spend a weekend evening. When you want to cook at home, you can pick up groceries at the local Sprouts Farmers Market or Walmart Supercenter.

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BackYard Murphy keep the drinks flowing in Murphy and has a large patio for warmer nights.
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A stop in at Inspired Cuts in Murphy is the highest form of self care.
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Murphy by the Numbers

21,915
Population
$720K
Average Housing Value
41
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Source: Public Records

Top Schools in Murphy, TX

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Best Public Elementary Schools

Don Whitt Elementary School
#1 Don Whitt Elementary School
A+
Niche
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GreatSchools
Rita Smith Elementary School
#2 Rita Smith Elementary School
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10
GreatSchools
R V Groves Elementary School
#3 R V Groves Elementary School
A
Niche
10
GreatSchools
Tibbals Elementary School
#4 Tibbals Elementary School
A+
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9
GreatSchools
Boggess Elementary School
#5 Boggess Elementary School
A
Niche
8
GreatSchools
Dr. Al Draper Intermediate Middle School
#6 Dr. Al Draper Intermediate Middle School
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8
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Martha Hunt Elementary School
#7 Martha Hunt Elementary School
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8
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Schell Elementary School
#8 Schell Elementary School
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8
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Miller Elementary School
#9 Miller Elementary School
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7
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Best Public Middle Schools

Frank Mcmillan Junior High School
#1 Frank Mcmillan Junior High School
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10
GreatSchools
Murphy Middle School
#2 Murphy Middle School
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9
GreatSchools
Raymond B Cooper J High School
#3 Raymond B Cooper J High School
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9
GreatSchools
Davis Intermediate School
#4 Davis Intermediate School
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8
GreatSchools
Otto Middle School
#5 Otto Middle School
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7
GreatSchools
Armstrong Middle School
#6 Armstrong Middle School
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4
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Best Public High Schools

Wylie High School
#1 Wylie High School
A
Niche
9
GreatSchools
Plano East Sr High School
#2 Plano East Sr High School
A+
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6
GreatSchools
C A Mcmillen High School
#3 C A Mcmillen High School
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6
GreatSchools
Williams High School
#4 Williams High School
B
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5
GreatSchools

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