Kaufman County — where affordable land meets the I-20 corridor, where Forney's explosive growth is rewriting the map, and where Cedar Creek Lake offers waterfront living minutes from the Metroplex. DFW's next frontier.
One of DFW's fastest-growing counties, stretching from suburban boomtowns to lakefront retreats along the I-20 corridor east of Dallas.
From booming suburbs to lakefront retreats, Kaufman County offers some of the best value in all of DFW. Here's the quick read on the markets Kay knows best.
The "Antique Capital of Texas" is now one of DFW's hottest growth stories. Forney ISD is top-rated, new master-planned communities are popping up everywhere, and I-20 puts downtown Dallas just 25 minutes away. Explosive growth with small-town roots.
Historic downtown charm, Terrell ISD, and affordable homes with acreage — that's the Terrell play. Lake Tawakoni is nearby for weekend recreation, and the small-town feel here is genuine, not manufactured.
The county seat with genuine rural character. Kaufman ISD serves the community well, and homes here represent one of the most affordable entry points into Kaufman County. Room to breathe, room to grow.
Cedar Creek Lake's eastern shore — lake homes, weekend retreats, and waterfront living at prices that make lakeside buyers from other counties do a double-take. If you want water access, Kemp delivers.
Cedar Creek Lake's main hub and the heart of lake life in Kaufman County. Vacation homes, retirement destinations, marina lifestyle — Mabank is where the lake community comes together year-round.
Small-town living that's growing fast. Crandall ISD, affordable starter homes, and a community that still knows its neighbors. For first-time buyers priced out of Dallas County, Crandall is the answer.
Kaufman County is one of DFW's fastest-growing counties — and for good reason. Buyers get 2-3x the land for the same price as Dallas County, with lake living and suburban growth happening side by side. The I-20 corridor keeps you connected to Dallas while the space out here keeps you sane. Kay knows the comps, the growth patterns, and which neighborhoods are about to pop.
Whether you're buying your first home in Forney, finding lakefront in Mabank, or investing in Kaufman County's growth — Kay's the call.