Living in Argyle, Texas

The town is served by Argyle ISD, which has grown to about 6,500 students and expects roughly 11,000 within a decade, while some Argyle-address neighborhoods, including parts of Harvest, are zoned to Northwest ISD. Argyle ISD plans to send some 5th and 6th graders to the new Michael Ball Intermediate School starting in 2027, switch its elementary schools to pre-K through 4th grade in 2027-28, and open a new Argyle Middle School in 2028-29 for the eastern part of the district. Confirm the district and campus for the exact address, and ask how the coming grade changes affect your kids.

For tax year 2025 a home inside the Town of Argyle and in Argyle ISD paid about 1.70% combined (town 0.343111, Argyle ISD 1.1727, Denton County 0.185938 per $100). On a $600,000 home that is about $10,200 a year, or roughly $850 a month, before exemptions; the town offers a 1% homestead exemption ($5,000 minimum) and $150,000 for owners 65 and older or disabled. Argyle ISD adopted a lower $1.1558 rate on August 24, 2026, and homes outside town limits or in Northwest ISD carry different rates, so check the exact tax units on the appraisal record.

TxDOT plans to widen FM 407 from two lanes to six between Bill Cook Road and FM 1830, with a shared-use path and sidewalk, at an estimated $171 million. As of February 2026 a postponed public hearing had not been rescheduled and the timeline was to be determined.^[7]

A 141-acre plan with a possible member-based warehouse grocery, hotels, retail, offices and about 36 acres of trails was recommended for approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission on March 4, 2026, then stalled at Town Council, which planned to take it up again on April 20, 2026. The town projected about $4 million a year in sales tax at full buildout in 2035.^[9]

Michael Ball Intermediate School is under construction for some 5th and 6th graders starting in 2027, elementary schools move to pre-K through 4th grade in 2027-28, and a new Argyle Middle School is set for 2028-29.^[6]

Hillwood's 349 luxury apartments and townhomes in Harvest were expected to begin leasing in early 2026, with completion expected in late 2026.^[11]

Town leaders discussed a walkable, two-lane Main Street near US 377 and FM 407 in January 2026, with retail and a new municipal and police building. No action was taken and discussions continue.^[10]

The town lists CoServ for electricity in parts of Argyle, while other addresses in 76226 are in Oncor's delivery area, where you choose a retail provider on the state's Power to Choose site. Gas comes from CoServ or Atmos depending on location. Ask the seller for a recent bill so you know which one serves the home.^[18]

Water in much of the area is provided by Argyle Water Supply (940-464-7713), which is separate from the town; some neighborhoods have other water providers, so confirm yours. Republic Services (800-333-7301) handles trash and recycling, with collection on Mondays.^[18]

File Form 50-114 directly with the Denton Central Appraisal District; it is free, and the state deadline is before May 1 of the tax year. Approval brings the $140,000 school exemption and, inside town limits, Argyle's 1% homestead exemption.^[20]

Register through Argyle ISD's Registration and Enrollment page, and use its Find your School Zone tool to confirm the campus for your address. If your home is zoned to Northwest ISD, enroll there instead.^[22]

Register your vehicle with the Denton County Tax Assessor-Collector within 30 days of moving to Texas, after any required emissions inspection and with proof of insurance. You can drive on a valid out-of-state license for up to 90 days, and DPS offices work by appointment, so book early.^[23]