248 movers in Allen
The Move Place
"Takes advantage of old people. Hired this company to move my parents across the street to another apartment. Barely over 1k sq ft apartment that two grown men ended up taking 8 hours to move less then a .25 mile. Ended up charging over 1k for so..."
Legacy Moving Services
"Legacy Moving Services did a great job moving our home. They arrived on time, had all the equipment and went right to work. The movers did not stop working. They took apart our beds and bunk beds, unhooked the washer and dryer and help move some e..."
Dallas Express Movers
"Movers were slow.It took them over 3 hours for just a 1 bedroom 1st floor. One of the guys forgot to put one of the support beams back on my bed. I asked him to put it on and he agreed. Later I asked if he had put it on and he said yes. So when I ..."
Creative Moving Solutions
"Peter was great to deal with for arranging the move. ONce the move day arrived, Jesus and his team took fabulous care of us. These guys know what they are doing and I felt so comfortable knowing that they would get me settled in my new house. T..."
Dark Horse Movers LLC
"The crew were great, show up on time , show explain all details up front ,we. Moved from Fortworth Tx to Phili PA, they were so clear about every single details from time they call, till they deliver our stuff. I would recommend doing business wit..."
iApartments
"Christina help me find a great apartment in Frisco. I cannot thank her enough. She was patient with me through out my apartment search. She sent a list of properties, I toured them, picked the one I wanted and she also paid for a 2 Hour move for m..."
Texas Blue Line Moving
"I am posting my review here, Ray quoted me $89/hr on weekdays plus $59 gas. I didn't have much stuff bedroom set and a couple of suitcases. They completed the job in two hours including driving from Richardson to Melissa Tx. Surprisingly I receive..."
Firehouse Movers
"Levi, Jared and Ian were excellent at moving all our furniture from upstairs ( which was very heavy) to their trailer . They moved all our furniture from downstairs also in record time! They were very careful unloading our furniture into our stor..."
Apartment-America Relocation and Moving Services
"Dave Blackburn and his crew were courteous professionals, handling our furniture with the greatest of care. My family and I are relocating again and Apartment-America Relocation and Moving Services is the only company we're considering with this m..."
What to know when moving to Allen, TX
Allen at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A highly educated area where 52% of residents hold a bachelor's degree and 21.9% are renters.
- The Major Draw:
- The median household income is $129,306.
- The Reality Check:
- With a median gross rent of $1,967, many may find housing costs high.
- Commute:
- Only 0.6% of residents use public transit.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $1,967/month in rent.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Allen features a population of 73,295 residents with a strong educational background, as indicated by the 52% of individuals holding a bachelor's degree or higher. The community is predominantly homeowners, with only 21.9% of residents renting. The median household income stands at $129,306, reflecting a relatively prosperous area. However, with a median gross rent of $1,967, newcomers should prepare for higher housing costs.
Probably not your spot if you are looking for affordable rent, as the costs may be prohibitive for many.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,967, which could strain budgets if you're not prepared.
- The median owner-occupied home value is $403,800, indicating a competitive housing market.
- 52% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, contributing to a well-educated community.
- The poverty rate is low at 5%, suggesting economic stability.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Crime data for Texas reveals the following trends:
- Violent crime: The state annual rate is 345.5 per 100,000, slightly above the national rate of 325.3, with a decline of 21.8% from 2022 to 2025.
- Property crime: The rate is 1,797.7 per 100,000, which is 16.2% higher than the national rate of 1,546.9, but has decreased by 23.1% since 2022.
- Notable trend: The homicide rate has dropped by 35.1% since 2022, currently at 4.6 per 100,000.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Texas).
Schools & Higher Ed
Allen provides access to educational institutions in the surrounding region, including:
- Total postsecondary institutions: 12
- Notable nearby institutions include:
- Collin County Community College District in McKinney
- The University of Texas at Dallas in Richardson
- Galen Health Institutes-Dallas in Richardson
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES + College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
While specific climate data is unavailable, Allen offers several outdoor spaces for residents to enjoy:
- Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve - 4.8 stars (3,590 reviews)
- Celebration Park - 4.7 stars (3,348 reviews)
- Russell Creek Park - 4.6 stars (2,548 reviews)
- Hope Park Frisco - 4.8 stars (2,347 reviews)
Source: Google Places API.
