Celina Land for Sale

Celina Land for Sale

Welcome to Celina, Texas, a vibrant city that perfectly blends small-town charm with modern amenities. Nestled in the heart of Collin and Denton counties, Celina is known for its friendly community, stunning landscapes, and a rapidly growing economy. With its roots deeply embedded in agriculture, this delightful city has transformed into a hub for families and professionals seeking a peaceful yet connected lifestyle.

Celina boasts a picturesque downtown area filled with local boutiques, delicious eateries, and community events that bring residents together. The city is also home to numerous parks and recreational facilities, making it an ideal place for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely stroll along the scenic trails or participating in one of the many seasonal festivals, there's always something happening in Celina.

For those considering a move, Celina offers an array of land for sale, perfect for building your dream home or investing in a future project. With sprawling lots that capture the essence of Texas living, you can enjoy the tranquility of rural life while still being just a short drive from the bustling cities of Dallas and Fort Worth. The land options here are diverse, catering to various needs and preferences, whether you seek a serene escape, a place for your horses, or a space to cultivate your own garden.

Celina is not just a place to live; it's a community where you can grow, thrive, and create lasting memories. Explore the land for sale today and discover the endless possibilities that await you in this enchanting Texas town!

Newest Celina Land for Sale

11684 Preston Estates Dr, Celina
$2,150,000
21396896 MLS
A rare opportunity to own nearly 16 beautiful acres in the heart of Celina, ideally positioned within Celina’s ETJ & offering an exceptional combination of location, natural beauty, existing improvements, & future potential. Gorgeous topography, sweeping countryside views, mature trees, open pasture, & a stocked pond create an incredible setting just minutes from Downtown Celina. Currently benefiting from an agricultural exemption, the property offers tremendous versatility for horses, livestock, a private estate, recreational use, or potential subdivision and future development. Adding to its appeal, electricity, city water, a private well, & septic are already onsite, providing valuable existing infrastructure for a variety of uses. A large shop anchors the property, offering approximately 4,000 sqft on the main level plus an approximately 1,000-sqft mezzanine. Spray-foam insulation & climate-controlled space allow for comfortable year-round use, while expansive covered areas extend the possibilities even further. An approx. 80' x 15' covered porch along the east side overlooks the pond, creating a spectacular setting for relaxing and entertaining, while an additional approx. 30' x 50' covered area on the south side provides generous space for equipment, vehicles, hobbies, gatherings, or additional workspace. The beauty of this property is in its combination of land, water, infrastructure, and possibility. Enjoy peaceful mornings overlooking the pond, wide-open Texas skies, beautiful elevation changes, & nearly 16 acres with room to create something truly special. Bring the horses, livestock, equipment or bring your vision. Whether envisioned as a luxury country estate, equestrian property, family compound, recreational retreat, or an opportunity to explore future subdivision & development, acreage of this size and character with city water, well, electric, septic, a stocked pond, & substantial improvements already in place is an increasingly rare find in Celina!

11684 Preston Estates Dr, Celina

16880 W Fm 455, Celina
$789,900
21388153 MLS
2 ACRES FM 455 (FUTURE O'BRIEN PARKWAY) CELINA, TXPrime Commercial Land Adjacent to Future Celina ISD High School Site Position your investment directly in the path of the nation's most explosive growth corridor. This 2-acre commercial tract sits on FM 455, the future O'Brien Parkway, adjacent to a planned Celina ISD high school campus in America's fastest growing city. Celina posted 24.6 percent population growth between 2024 and 2025, adding over 12,700 new residents in a single year and claiming the No.1 fastest growing city ranking for the second time in three years. The city has nearly quadrupled since 2020, surging from roughly 17,000 to over 64,000 residents. Census projections place Celina's ultimate buildout at 378,000+ residents over the next two decades. Within Celina ISD boundaries alone, more than 12,500 new homes are expected in the next five years, with over 30,000 homes projected by the time current second graders graduate. The district recently passed a $2.295 billion bond program to build 10 new schools, and the future high school site directly adjacent to this property is part of that long range plan. FM 455 is being transformed into O'Brien Parkway, a major east-west arterial that will connect the Dallas North Tollway corridor to US 75. The 460 million DNT Phase 4A extension from US 380 to FM 428 is under construction and scheduled to open in fall 2027, bringing direct tollway access within minutes of this site. The Collin County Outer Loop, which opened its Celina to McKinney segment in late 2025, provides an additional east-west spine linking this corridor to the broader metroplex.Legacy Parkway proximity places this property within the orbit of Legacy Hills, Centurion American's 3,200-acre, 4.5 billion master planned development delivering 7,000 single family homes, 4,000 multifamily units, 366 acres of mixed use, and the 1876 Country Club. Hillwood's Ramble, a 1,380-acre community with 4,200 planned homes, is also underway nearby.

16880 W Fm 455, Celina

Lot 6 Carthage, Celina
$9,494,832
21384195 MLS
Five hundred doors. Seventeen acres. One of the best land bases left in North Texas. This is 17.232 acres in Celina, the No. 1 fastest-growing city in America according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Celina added 12,710 residents in a single year to reach 64,427, so roughly one in four people living there today arrived in the last twelve months. The city has nearly quadrupled since 2020, is projected to reach about 125,000 by 2030, and is planned for roughly 378,000 at full buildout. That is a demand curve most developers only see on paper. The numbers work from day one. At $9,494,832, a 29-unit-per-acre multifamily concept yields about 500 doors at roughly $19,000 per door. Basis is where the money is made, and this one leaves room for strong returns before the first slab is poured. Bigger acreage also means more units to spread your site work, amenities and fixed costs across. The groundwork is already laid. The tract sits inside Celina city limits within Planned Development District 121, which carries Mixed-Use (MU) base zoning across the 97-acre Preston 450 Addition along future Legacy Drive. Electric and water serve the site, and carrying costs stay low while you plan and permit.The Dallas North Tollway is extending from US 380 to FM 428 in Celina, with main lanes are scheduled fior late 2027. This site gives them a direct run to Frisco, Plano and Downtown Dallas. It is close to Celina ISD schools. Celina is the market the world is watching. Get your name on the biggest piece before someone else does. This is what makes this one stronger than the others, it leads with size and opens with “500 doors” . Spreading fixed costs further adds a vivid demand. About one in four Celina residents moved here in past year and nearly 60% of Celina residents work outside the city this location is ideal.

Lot 6 Carthage, Celina

Lot 5 Carthage, Celina
$8,656,210
21384139 MLS
Celina is officially America’s fastest-growing city. The U.S. Census Bureau ranked it No. 1 in the nation for 2025 after it added 12,710 residents in a single year to reach 64,427, nearly four times its 2020 population. Local projections call for about 125,000 residents by 2030 and roughly 378,000 at full buildout. Every one of those people needs a place to live, and this 15.71-acre tract puts you directly in their path. At $8,656,210, a 29-unit-per-acre multifamily concept yields about 456 doors at roughly $19,000 per door. That land basis has all but disappeared along the Dallas North Tollway corridor, and it lets a developer win the deal before the first slab is poured. The fundamentals line up. The tract sits inside Celina city limits within Planned Development District 121, which carries Mixed-Use (MU) base zoning across the 97-acre Preston 450 Addition along future Legacy Drive. Co-op electric and co-op water serve the property, and carrying costs stay low while you work through site planning and approvals. The highway is coming to you. The Dallas North Tollway is being extended north from US 380 to FM 428 in Celina, with the main lanes scheduled to open in late 2027. That puts a straight shot to Frisco, Plano and Downtown Dallas minutes from this site, just off Preston Road. Families are pouring into fast-growing Celina ISD, and the rooftops are spreading north every month. Ground with these fundamentals doesn’t come back to market. It gets entitled, permitted and built. If you’ve been waiting for your way into the hottest growth market in the country, this is the door. Buyer to verify zoning, density and utilities.

Lot 5 Carthage, Celina

1122 County Road 1224, Celina
$7,200,000
21375137 MLS
Welcome to 1122 County Road 1224 in Celina, Texas — an exceptional commercial land development opportunity featuring approximately 11.65 acres in one of the fastest-growing areas of North Texas. Ideally positioned directly across from Collin College’s Celina Campus, this property offers outstanding visibility and access, with the Collin County Outer Loop located just beyond the property and the Celina Police Department approximately one mile away. New apartment communities located nearby further support the strong growth and development potential of this location. The property is currently unzoned and located within the ETJ, offering flexibility for a variety of potential development opportunities, including retail, restaurants, mixed-use, residential, or other commercial concepts, subject to applicable governmental approvals and development requirements. Municipal sewer infrastructure located nearby. A approximately 5,000-square-foot residence is located on the property along with a smaller separate 480 square foot structure that will convey with the sale. The existing structure may also present an opportunity for conversion into a commercial venue or other alternative use. This is a rare opportunity to secure a sizable tract in the path of Celina’s continued expansion, surrounded by significant infrastructure, residential growth, education, and municipal investment. The residence is currently occupied, and there will be no interior showings of the home. All property showings are by appointment only.

1122 County Road 1224, Celina

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