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North Dallas 75287

Bent Tree reference points. A prairie surprise. A park for the four-legged locals.

Prepared by Kindred Real Estate Group at Compass • Reviewed October 6, 2026

North Dallas 75287 is a Far North Dallas search area with Bent Tree West and Bent Tree North reference points, attached and detached housing examples, and regional tollway access. The old Frankford site and NorthBark Dog Park add unexpected variety. Neighborhood, municipal, county, school, and postal boundaries remain separate questions.

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North Dallas 75287 on the map

Gold shading highlights 2020 Census ZIP Code Tabulation Area 75287. A ZCTA approximates postal geography; it is not a municipal, subdivision, HOA, parcel, or school-attendance boundary. Pan or use + / − to explore nearby roads and places. Confirm an address with USPS and the relevant authorities.

Map loading. The boundary source is linked below.

Gold: ZCTA 75287. U.S. Census Bureau boundary source. Retrieved October 6, 2026; simplified for display, not a survey. Basemap © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Where is this area?

Dallas North Tollway, President George Bush Turnpike, Frankford Road, Midway Road, and Trinity Mills Road are useful regional orientation points. The shaded map shows the Census ZIP approximation rather than a box between these streets. The Bent Tree West Swim & Tennis Center identifies its location west of the Tollway on Voss Road, just south of Frankford, at 18018 Voss Road, 75287. Center location and community setting.

Bent Tree North’s association identifies its own neighborhood and documents a voluntary HOA; neither that association nor Bent Tree West is the whole of 75287. Use the exact address and title records to establish subdivision, city and county jurisdiction, and recorded obligations. Association description.

75287 at a glance

Measure Estimate Period / geography
Population 53,959 2020–2024 ACS; ZCTA 75287
Households 27,984 ±996 2020–2024 ACS; ZCTA 75287
Average household size 1.9 ±0.1 2020–2024 ACS; ZCTA 75287
Median household income $63,741 ±$3,740 2020–2024 ACS; ZCTA 75287

Source: Census Reporter, U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024 five-year data. These are survey estimates for the entire ZCTA, not a named neighborhood or today’s population count. ± is the published margin of error where shown. Median household income is not average income, a home-price estimate, or evidence about an individual resident.

Housing and subareas: compare the ownership

Area / reference Useful distinction What to investigate
Bent Tree West Residential community distinct from the swim/tennis membership Title restrictions, ownership type, recurring costs, and separate amenity terms
Bent Tree North / historic Frankford reference Association footprint and preserved historical site Parcel-specific restrictions, drainage, easements, and association status
Saint Christopher Lane duplex reference Shared-wall housing examples Legal unit ownership, party-wall duties, utilities, and insurance
Frankford / tollway corridor Retail, dining, and freeway orientation Driveway access, road exposure, actual commute, and school boundaries

HAR examples include traditional detached homes in Bent Tree West and Bent Tree North, a contemporary/modern example on Brooktree Lane, and duplex-style records on Saint Christopher Lane. These records illustrate housing differences; they do not establish current availability or the proportion of each form within 75287. Detached style examples; Duplex example.

Buyer interpretation: verify legal ownership before comparing a duplex-looking home with a detached property. Identify shared-wall and roof duties, meters, access, parking, and insurance arrangements. For a detached home, compare floor plan, renovation records, usable yard, pools, and site drainage rather than assuming that a Bent Tree label creates identical ownership costs.

HOA, title, and property-specific due diligence

A neighborhood association, mandatory property association, condominium association, and private recreation membership can create different obligations. The City explains HOA and neighborhood-association distinctions; the recorded documents for the home control what applies. Obtain governing documents, current charges, insurance details, planned assessments, and alteration or rental restrictions where applicable.

Review title exceptions, easements, flood and drainage information, repair and permit history, roof and mechanical condition, and property-specific insurance quotes with qualified professionals. Public mapping is a screening tool, not a survey or a conclusion that a property has a defect. For attached housing, add reserve funding, master-policy deductibles, maintenance responsibility, and lender eligibility to the comparison.

For sellers: compare the real competition

Kindred’s editorial pricing framework begins with recent closed sales and current competing homes of similar ownership type, subarea, size, condition, and usable lot. Examine days on market, reductions, concessions, and failed listings when reliable current records are available. No live market-price range or ZIP-wide appreciation forecast is asserted here. A fresh property-specific analysis is needed before selecting a list price.

Schools: start with the exact address

Use Plano ISD SchoolFinder for a property represented as Plano ISD and Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD’s official school search for a property represented as CFBISD. These are address checks, not a claim that every 75287 property belongs to either district. Confirm district jurisdiction, feeder sequence, grade configuration, and the school year directly.

A Dallas postal label or a neighboring property’s school list cannot establish enrollment rights. Ask about programs, services, transportation, and documentation for the actual student and address; the ZIP map does not display attendance zones.

Parks, trails, recreation, and golf

NorthBark Dog Park at 4899 Gramercy Oaks is a 22.3-acre off-leash park with separate dog areas, a pond, trails, and a dog shower. The City’s October 2026 listing says it closes Tuesdays for maintenance and on rainy days; check the official rain-out information before visiting.

Bent Tree Meadow Park at 4302 Creekmeadow Drive is a 2.5-acre neighborhood park established in 1986, with picnic and outdoor recreation amenities. The Bent Tree West Swim & Tennis Center is a separate membership facility, not a public amenity automatically bundled with a home.

For private golf nearby, Bent Tree Country Club’s official address is 5201 Westgrove Drive in 75248, outside this guide’s ZIP focus. Obtain current membership terms directly; the words “Bent Tree” in a subdivision name do not establish club rights. Club location.

Transportation: measure the route from the home

Compare Frankford, Midway, Trinity Mills, and the Tollway/PGBT approaches from the driveway. Include the correct ramp, school-time traffic, toll cost, and the return trip.

For transit, use DART’s current trip-planning resources for the actual stop, service, and schedule. The Silver Line began operations in October 2025 and is a regional airport connection; proximity to its corridor does not establish a convenient station or a particular travel time. Official operating history.

Shopping and dining: useful stops for a first visit

Norma’s Cafe North Dallas lists 17721 North Dallas Parkway, Suite 130, 75287, with Texas comfort food and breakfast offerings. Use its current menu and hours for a specific stop while touring. Frankford and the Tollway/Trinity Mills approaches are useful errand-reference corridors, not a guarantee of equal convenience from every home.

For a broader restaurant comparison, Belt Line dining in 75254 and Preston/Frankford options in 75252 are nearby alternatives outside this guide’s map. Compare the drive, parking, and return route rather than choosing from straight-line distance alone.

Historic wooden Frankford Church on Muirfield Drive. Historic Frankford Church in the Bent Tree North setting within this 75287 area. Photograph from 2020.
Historic Frankford Church in the Bent Tree North setting within this 75287 area. Photograph from 2020. Photo: DavidMor, file and attribution, CC BY-SA 4.0. Unaltered; displayed smaller. No endorsement implied.

Community life and recurring traditions

The Frankford Preservation Foundation protects a five-acre historical site with native prairie, Indian Springs, and the church. Its seasonal tours offer a cultural outing; check organizer access and current dates. Bent Tree North’s public site lists book-club, garden, pet, and mahjong activities, while the swim/tennis center has its own participation terms. Neighborhood activity links; Center membership information. No unconfirmed upcoming event date is presented as scheduled.

Three local bragging rights

Kindred’s editorial selections for the lighter side of local life—not a resident-opinion poll or a claim of firsthand testimony.

  1. The dogs get their own outing. NorthBark’s pond and dog areas turn a park trip into more than a quick sidewalk lap. Park details and closures.
  2. There is a prairie surprise among the streets. The Frankford site preserves a rare remnant of the region’s Blackland Prairie. Preservation site.
  3. Swim and tennis have a neighborhood gathering place. Bent Tree West’s center offers a separate local membership option; eligibility and fees must be checked. Center details.

Three fun facts, just because

  1. A dog shower is a real park amenity. NorthBark’s official facility list includes one, alongside its dog beach and pond. A muddy outing has a fitting finale. The canine conveniences.
  2. The church’s pine arrived by wagon. The preservation foundation says Frankford Church’s longleaf yellow pine was hauled from Jefferson, Texas, by horse-drawn wagon. Church materials story.
  3. The small church carries a state landmark designation. Texas Historical Commission records Frankford Church as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, with a 1978 marker. Official landmark record.

Compare nearby areas with the same checklist

Compare 75252 for Preston Highlands and the Frankford/Hillcrest approach, or individual Carrollton and Plano properties for different municipal and school geography. For sellers, keep duplex-style, condominium, and detached competition separate and compare documented obligations before treating similar square footage as equivalent.

Explore Kindred’s DFW resources and Dallas property search. Keep the specific home’s municipality, school district, ownership form, condition, and route requirements central to the comparison. This is professional interpretation, not a ranking of communities or residents.

Kindred transactions in 75287

Local experience should be specific and checkable. These selected closed transactions from 2023 onward credit agents associated with Kindred Real Estate. Each record links to its public MLS-sourced property page and identifies the credited side of the transaction.

Selected closed transactions — public records reviewed October 6, 2026
Property and source Reported closing / credited representation
17820 Misty Grove Drive, Dallas 75287
Single-family home
HAR / NTREIS sold record
November 7, 2023

David Rudd — listing agent; Angela Holt — co-listing agent (seller representation)

Kindred’s property-comparison perspective: The Misty Grove Drive closing is a documented seller-side example in 75287. Compare the specific subdivision, ownership duties, layout, condition, and site rather than assuming that all homes sharing the ZIP or a Bent Tree reference are equivalent. This is editorial guidance, not a claim about the inspection findings, negotiations, or client circumstances in these transactions.

This is a selected public-record sample, not a complete team sales history or a market valuation. Two credited agents on one closing represent one transaction. Public records can omit buyer-side work and use differing reporting dates; verify the linked record for detail. No client names, testimonials, sale-price claims, or unverified transaction outcomes are included.

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Other Compass Closings

Kindred Real Estate Group is part of Compass. These selected 75287 closings show other Compass brokerage activity; they are separate from Kindred’s team transactions.

Selected examples only. Dates and property details are MLS-reported; county recording dates may differ. Reviewed October 6, 2026.

Questions buyers and sellers ask about 75287

Are Bent Tree West and Bent Tree North the same neighborhood?

No. They are distinct community references, and neither covers all 75287. Confirm the exact subdivision and association footprint for the home.

Does buying in Bent Tree West include swim and tennis access?

Do not assume so. The center operates a separate membership program. Confirm eligibility, fees, and any documented property rights directly.

Is every 75287 address assigned to Plano ISD?

No ZIP-wide assignment is established here. Use the official finder for the district represented for the address and confirm jurisdiction and current enrollment requirements.

What should I check before buying a duplex-style home?

Verify the legal unit and ownership form, shared-wall or roof duties, utilities, access, insurance, recorded agreements, and any association obligations. Appearance alone is not title evidence.

When can I visit NorthBark?

The City’s October 2026 listing reports Tuesday maintenance closure and rainy-day closures. Use the official park page and rain-out status before a visit.

Is Frankford only a road name?

No. The preserved church, prairie, and spring give the old settlement a physical presence in the area. Follow the foundation’s tour and access guidance.

Does the Bent Tree name imply golf membership?

No. Bent Tree Country Club is nearby in 75248. Obtain separate membership terms and verify any property-specific rights in writing.

How should a seller choose comparable sales in this ZIP?

Start with the same ownership type and competing subarea, then account for condition, layout, lot utility, exposure, and recurring costs. Do not mix duplex-style and detached sales without explaining the differences.

A home decision starts with the details.

For buying or selling in North Dallas 75287, contact Kindred to organize a comparison around your property, its competition, and the questions behind ownership.

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Sources and editorial notes

Prepared by Kindred Real Estate Group at Compass. Research reviewed October 6, 2026. Material facts are linked to their sources; housing examples illustrate variety rather than current inventory. Census estimates describe the entire ZCTA. Buyer and seller suggestions are editorial interpretation, not a survey, inspection, school entitlement, price guarantee, or investment forecast. Facility schedules, menus, access, and school assignments should be confirmed with the responsible provider. Photos depict the actual named location and are geographically qualified in their captions. No unverified Kindred transactions, testimonials, or personal neighborhood experience are claimed.

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