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McAllen
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McAllen, Texas

Welcome to the City of McAllen, Texas. Known for its warm climate, rich cultural heritage, and thriving economy, McAllen offers a high quality of life that continues to attract new residents and businesses. With a unique blend of big-city amenities and small-town charm, the city has it all. It is home to top-rated schools, diverse shopping and dining options, and a strong job market in industries like healthcare, education, manufacturing and retail.

Why We Chose to Build Here

Prime Location

Easy access to expressways, top schools, shopping, and entertainment.

Vibrant Culture

A rich heritage, lively art scene, and family-friendly atmosphere make McAllen something special. From authentic Mexican cuisine to the McAllen Holiday Parade, there is nothing like McAllen.

More Home for Your Money

McAllen’s lower cost of living means homebuyers get greater value without sacrificing quality.

We Love the Valley

Our roots are in the Rio Gande Valley and the City of McAllen is at the heart of the RGV.

A Celebration of Culture and Heritage

What truly sets the City of McAllen apart is its unique cultural scene. With a rich mix of Mexican and American influences, the city offers a vibrant and colorful blend of art, music, food, and traditions that celebrate its heritage and diversity. From mariachi festivals and Tex-Mex cuisine to museums and historical landmarks, there is always something to explore and discover in McAllen.

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Diegos Food Truck
Casa De Palmas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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Casa De Palmas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Casa De Palmas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

A Highly Rated City

McAllen consistently earns national recognition for its affordability, economic strength, and business-friendly environment. Ranked the second-best place to live in Texas by U.S. News & World Report (2024-2025), McAllen also boasts the lowest cost of living in the U.S. and a strong ‘AA+’ credit rating from Fitch. With a growing remote-work economy, a flourishing arts and entertainment scene, and easy access to destinations like South Padre Island and San Antonio, McAllen is a great place to call home.

Life in McAllen, Texas

McAllen has a vibrant mix of dining, entertainment and relaxation. From beautiful and informative museums, bird watching, and family filled events happening across the city, McAllen has it all. Read on to discover a few of our favorites.

Real Homeowners, Real Experiences

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Bonnie was an incredible help throughout the entire home buying process. From start to finish, she maintained a warm, welcoming …

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As a commercial real estate appraiser, I've consistently encountered homes built by Esperanza. Impressed by the quality and attention to …

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Absolutely obsessed with our new home. Loved the experience overall with Esperanza Homes because of the professionalism felt by me …

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We looked at a ton of houses and we finally said, "Hey, wait, there's, there's a new project. Let's go …

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It's not the first time we've owned a home, but it's the first time we've built it, so we really …

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I had a coworker, she started the process and gave a lot of great reviews. We went to go see …

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This was one of the easiest experiences building a home. Everyone from Sam Rangel to the site supervisor to the …

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When we first started looking at building our next home we felt lost in what we were wanting. Working with …

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It's been amazing living here at Tres Lagos. From the neighbors to the community it is everything we ever wanted …

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We can't thank Bonnie Ramos enough for her incredible support throughout our home buying process with Esperanza Homes. She made …

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We have bought multiple properties with Esperanza homes and each time it has been a joy. From seeing the model …

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It has been amazing, we love our new house and neighborhood, this was one of the best decisions we as …

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Everything went really well with Esperanza Homes. The whole process was smooth, and the team was super helpful from start …

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Humberto, I have moved many times in my life, but this last time was the easiest of all. There were …

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I had seen the billboards about Esperanza Homes in the past but I would have never imagined all the beauty …

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I love the community, our neighborhood is amazing and the people here in the community are so nice and friendly …

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I'm so grateful for having Brooke guiding us throughout this process. Since the beginning she was always very helpful, polite, …

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Working with Esperanza Homes in McAllen- and especially Brooke Colwell- made my home buying experience smooth, exciting, and stress-free! Brooke …

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Bonnie Ramos has truly gone above and beyond throughout our first-time homebuying journey. What initially felt overwhelming quickly became an …

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Moving across the country is no small task, but everyone at Esperanza Homes, especially our Sales Specialist, Brooke Colwell, has …

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I want to give thanks to Brooke for helping us out on our home purchase. Highly recommend her, very communicative, …

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Moving here from Houston was a big step for me and my family, Chris made the experience of building our …

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The process of buying a home through Esperanza Homes so far has been smooth sailing. Thanks to Brooke who has …

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I would like to give a shoutout to Iris Lopez who has been incredibly helpful throughout the entire process of …

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We are beyond happy with building our second purchase with Esperanza Homes. Since day one, they have always shown their …

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Brooke was absolutely fantastic throughout the entire home buying process with Esperanza Homes. Her professionalism, knowledge, and genuine care made …

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Very good experience! They answered all our questions and were very responsive. Appreciate Brooke for always being there for us …

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Purchasing our home through Esperanza/Tres Lagos went quicker and smoother than we thought it would. We had help and unlimited …

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I want to thank Esperanza homes and their sales team for a wonderful streamline experience in purchasing my first home. …

Live in McAllen, Texas

Find your dream home in our numerous McAllen Communities! From Campo de Suenos to Tres Lagos, we have options for every lifestyle.

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