As of March 2026, Celina remains the primary growth engine for North Texas. While the broader Collin County market has shifted toward a slight seller's advantage, Celina offers a unique opportunity for buyers, with a median list price of around $571,900. Unlike the landlocked cities to the south, Celina’s expansion is defined by its massive master-planned communities and the northward push of the Dallas North Tollway (DNT) extension.