Uptown Celina

Uptown Celina sits just north of the historic downtown square, in a corridor that has become one of North Texas's busiest new-home hubs. Just 40 miles north of Dallas, Uptown Celina is perfectly positioned between Preston Road and the future Dallas North Tollway, with quick access to Highway 380 and major North Dallas employers. The community is built around four distinct neighborhoods, each with its own character but sharing walkable, golf-cart-friendly streets. Uptown Celina brings together four distinct neighborhoods—each designed with connection, character, and everyday ease in mind, from golf cart-friendly trails to vibrant community spaces where thoughtful design encourages connection and neighbors feel like family.

What sets the pocket apart is its direct line to Celina's original town center. It's connected directly to Downtown Celina—residents can hop on a golf cart or hit the trails and be at the square in minutes, grabbing morning coffee, enjoying dinner on a patio, or catching live music with neighbors. Weekend escapes aren't far either, since Lake Ray Roberts, Lewisville Lake, and Lake Texoma are just a short drive away.

The area's momentum has also caught the attention of global developers. Sobha Realty, the Dubai-based luxury major, has chosen Celina for its first-ever U.S. residential projects. Creek Park is a 330-home neighborhood near GA Moore Parkway and North Louisiana Drive, with lot sizes ranging from 6,000 to 8,000 square feet and homes between 2,600 and 4,000 square feet. A short distance away, the Reserve is a slate of 34 homes adjacent to the 220-acre North Sky development, about 3 miles from downtown Celina, with homes ranging from 4,000 to 6,000 square feet.

Celina's broader growth story explains why builders are racing here. The population was 16,739 at the 2020 census, and according to 2025 census estimates, the city is estimated to have a population of 64,427. Collin County is home to four of the five fastest-growing cities in the country with populations of 20,000 residents or more, and Celina topped the list, with its population surging by nearly 25% between 2024 and 2025.