Van Alstyne Homes with Howe Isd School district

Van Alstyne Homes with Howe Isd School district

Welcome to Van Alstyne, Texas – a charming city that encapsulates the spirit of small-town living while offering modern conveniences and a strong sense of community. Nestled in Grayson County, just a short drive from the bustling city of Dallas, Van Alstyne is the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility, making it an ideal location for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

The city boasts a rich history, with roots dating back to the late 1800s, and has evolved into a vibrant community that celebrates its heritage while embracing the future. Residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life, with picturesque parks, friendly neighbors, and a variety of local shops and eateries that foster a close-knit atmosphere.

For families considering a move to Van Alstyne, the area falls within the highly regarded Howe Independent School District. With a commitment to academic excellence and a focus on student development, Howe ISD provides a nurturing environment where children can thrive. Parents can rest easy knowing that their children have access to quality education, dedicated teachers, and a range of extracurricular activities that promote personal growth and community involvement.

Real estate in Van Alstyne features a diverse array of homes, from charming historic properties to modern new builds, catering to various tastes and budgets. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cottage or a spacious family home, you’ll find it here in this welcoming city.

Experience the warmth and vibrancy of Van Alstyne, where community spirit meets the comfort of home. Come discover your perfect place in this delightful Texas town!

Newest Van Alstyne Homes with Howe Isd School district

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 21294291 MLS

New home built by Astoria Homes on a 1 acre lot. This home comes with the oversized 6 car Super Stall with one garage door extra wide & 9ft tall for that awesome truck you can’t fit in your current garage. Large open floor plan with real hand scraped hardwood floors, granite counter tops in kitchen and all bathrooms. Wash Happy oversized shower in primary bath. Solid maple cabinets, beautiful backsplash, matte black fixtures and 5.25 baseboard. Garage is full finished with insulated garage door, opener & epoxy floors with baseboards. Sod, Sprinkler, landscaped package in front yard and full gutters.

2621 Silo Ln, Van Alstyne

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 21294276 MLS

New home built by Astoria Homes on a 1 acre lot. This home comes with the oversized 6 car Super Stall with one garage door extra wide & 9ft tall for that awesome truck you can’t fit in your current garage. Large open floor plan with real hand scraped hardwood floors, quartz counter tops in kitchen and all bathrooms. Wash Happy oversized shower in primary bath. Solid maple cabinets, beautiful backsplash, matte black fixtures and 5.25 baseboard. Garage is full finished with insulated garage door, opener & epoxy floors with baseboards. Sod, Sprinkler, landscaped package in front yard and full gutters.

2617 Silo Ln, Van Alstyne

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 21249702 MLS

Stunning 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home situated on a 1-acre lot with no HOA, offering the perfect blend of space, quality, and convenience. The open-concept floor plan includes a private office and an upstairs loft, providing versatile spaces for work, relaxation, or entertainment. The gourmet kitchen is thoughtfully designed with a double oven, farmhouse sink, stone countertops, custom cabinetry, and a beautiful backsplash. Elegant interior finishes include real hand-scraped hardwood floors throughout the entry, kitchen, café, dining, and family room, along with 5.25-inch baseboards that add a refined touch. The oversized garage features an extra-wide, 9-foot-tall door—ideal for accommodating larger vehicles or trucks that don’t fit in standard garages. Conveniently located just 1.2 miles from Highway 75, this home offers easy access to nearby amenities, including Home Depot, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, and the town of Anna, all within about a 14-minute drive. Additional conveniences such as H-E-B, Buc-ee’s, and Melissa are also close by. With quick access south to McKinney and north to Sherman, commuting is both easy and efficient.

269 Blythe Rd, Van Alstyne

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About Arnold LaLande | Dallas TX Area Real Estate Agent

Arnold LaLande isn't a typical North Texas Realtor — and if you've spent any time interviewing them, you've probably noticed most of them sound alike. Arnold takes a different approach, shaped by two experiences that set him apart: a career built on moving people at scale, and a life that has repeatedly required him to be the relocating client himself. A logistics background you can feel in every transaction Before real estate, Arnold spent over two decades in human logistics for two of the world's largest airlines — the kind of work where thousands of people, tight timelines, and unforgiving margins for error are all part of the same Tuesday afternoon. That background shaped the way he runs a transaction today: clear expectations set from day one, steady communication throughout, and a "trust but verify" discipline that keeps the process on track and surprises to a minimum. In a business where small mistakes get expensive quickly, Arnold's clients get the benefit of someone who spent a career making sure the planes ran on time — and now brings that same operational precision to one of the largest financial decisions they'll ever make. Relocation isn't a niche for him — it's lived experience Most agents who market themselves as "relocation specialists" have never actually relocated. Arnold has. Originally from New York City, he lived and worked in New Jersey, Charlotte, and Minneapolis before settling into the Dallas area. He knows what it feels like to interview a new city from a hotel room, to weigh commute patterns against school zones against long-term growth, and to move a family across state lines without losing momentum at work. That perspective is invaluable for corporate transferees, out-of-state families, and first-time Texans who trust him to guide them through the DFW metroplex — with deep focus on Frisco, McKinney, Plano, Prosper , Allen, and the broader North Dallas corridor. Luxury that's earned, not staged On the luxury side, Arnold's approach is built on preparation, pricing conviction, and positioning. He doesn't believe in over-improving a home to "feel ready." Instead, he helps sellers focus on the fundamentals serious buyers actually evaluate: the bones of the home, Texas-specific realities like foundation and roof condition, curb appeal that reads as genuinely cared-for rather than staged, and a list price anchored in data rather than hope. The result is consistent — cleaner offers, a stronger negotiating position, and a process that feels controlled rather than chaotic. A grounded advisor for buyers For buyers — whether first-time, relocating, upsizing, or downsizing — Arnold's job is to keep emotion from turning into overpayment. He runs the numbers clearly, flags the risks that tend to surface after the option period closes for clients who skipped their homework, and knows the hidden-pocket neighborhoods that only local experience reveals. When the right home shows up, he moves fast and negotiates cleanly. When it isn't the right one, he'll tell you that too. The relationship continues long after closing Most agents disappear once the keys change hands. Arnold doesn't. His clients stay connected through quarterly check-ins, seasonal home-maintenance guidance, a vetted network of trusted local professionals, and the kind of thoughtful follow-through that makes clients feel remembered long after closing — because the goal has never been a single transaction. The goal is to be the agent his clients call for the next move, and the move after that. His influences — a career in precision operations, a passion for Formula One, and the perspective that comes from actually starting over in new cities — all point in the same direction: stay calm, rely on the data, leave room to negotiate, and execute with care. Whether it's your first Texas address or your last, Arnold makes sure the landing is smooth.

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