Frequently Asked Questions

Plano's rental market runs from the established estates of West Plano to the walkable energy of the Legacy corridor, and each pocket draws a different kind of renter. These areas stand out for apartment living:

Willow Bend

The best-known enclave in West Plano and the area immediately surrounding Prestonwood Hills, Willow Bend is defined by mature trees, wide streets, and easy access to the dining district at Willow Bend and Windhaven Plaza. Renters here trade downtown density for quiet residential streets while staying minutes from the Dallas North Tollway. It is a practical fit for professionals and families who want West Plano schools and shopping close at hand.

Legacy West and the Shops at Legacy

A few miles north, Legacy West pairs high-rise and mid-rise apartments with a walkable food hall, retail, and the corporate campuses of Toyota and JPMorgan Chase. This is the most urban corner of Plano, popular with employees who want to live within walking distance of work and nightlife. Rents run higher here than in the surrounding residential neighborhoods.

Windhaven

Centered on the Dallas North Tollway and Parker Road, the Windhaven area blends apartment communities with the grocery-anchored Windhaven Plaza and quick tollway access south toward Dallas. It appeals to renters who prioritize a short commute and everyday errands within a few minutes' drive. The setting stays suburban without feeling far from the action.

Historic Downtown Plano

For a more urban, transit-connected option, Historic Downtown Plano offers locally owned cafes, festivals, and DART rail access toward Dallas. The apartments here lean toward loft and mixed-use styles rather than garden layouts. It suits renters who value walkability and a small, creative district over suburban space.

Plano built its reputation on a rare mix of top-ranked schools, a dense corporate job base, and green space that reaches right to the city's western edge. For renters at Prestonwood Hills, that combination shows up in a few concrete ways:

A Corporate Base Most Suburbs Cannot Match

Plano anchors one of the largest corporate corridors in Texas, with the North American headquarters of Toyota and regional campuses for Liberty Mutual and JPMorgan Chase clustered in Legacy West on the north side of the city. That concentration earned Plano the No. 7 spot on WalletHub's Best Cities for Jobs in 2026. Living at Prestonwood Hills places you within a short drive of that employment core.

National Recognition for Quality of Life

Plano ranked No. 6 on Niche's 2025 Best Cities to Live in America, earning A-plus marks for public schools and family-friendliness among a population of roughly 290,000. The city sits about 19 miles from downtown Dallas, giving residents big-city access without big-city density.

Green Space at the City's Edge

The 200-acre Arbor Hills Nature Preserve sits on Plano's western border, minutes from Prestonwood Hills, with three miles of paved trails, unpaved hiking paths, and an observation tower over the blackland prairie. Few employment-heavy suburbs keep natural space this substantial this close to home.

West Plano Shopping and Dining

West Plano puts everyday and upscale options side by side, from the dining district at Willow Bend to the grocery-anchored Windhaven Plaza at the tollway. Residents rarely drive far for groceries, a restaurant, or a weekend errand. The result is a daily routine that stays close to home.

Prestonwood Hills sits in West Plano near the western edge of the city, which puts trails, shopping, and family attractions within a short drive. Popular spots nearby include:

• Arbor Hills Nature Preserve
• The District at Willow Bend (dining and entertainment)
• Windhaven Plaza
• Historic Downtown Plano
• Heritage Farmstead Museum
• The Shops at Legacy and Legacy Hall
• Oak Point Park and Nature Preserve
• Gleneagles Country Club
• Andretti Indoor Karting and Games (The Colony)
• The Boardwalk at Granite Park

From Prestonwood Hills, the trails at Arbor Hills are only a few minutes west, making them an easy after-work or weekend habit

Prestonwood Hills sits about 19 miles from downtown Dallas via the Dallas North Tollway, and is even closer to the Legacy West corporate corridor on Plano's north side. Major employers within a reasonable commute include:

• Toyota Motor North America (Legacy West, Plano)
• JPMorgan Chase (Legacy West regional campus, Plano)
• Liberty Mutual Insurance (Legacy West, Plano)
• JCPenney (Campus at Legacy West, Plano)
• Frito-Lay and PepsiCo (Legacy Drive, Plano)
• Ericsson (Legacy district, Plano)
• Capital One (Plano)
• Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano (West Parker Road)
• AT&T (headquartered in downtown Dallas)
• Texas Instruments (Dallas)
• Baylor Scott and White Health (based in Dallas)
• UT Southwestern Medical Center (Dallas)
• American Airlines (nearby Fort Worth)
• Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

With the Dallas North Tollway a short drive from Prestonwood Hills and the President George Bush Turnpike close by, both the Plano job corridor and downtown Dallas stay within an easy commute.

Prestonwood Hills pairs a resort-style pool and a genuinely pet-friendly policy with the upscale interior finishes West Plano renters expect, including:

Resort-Style Pool and Outdoor Gathering Spaces

The centerpiece of the community is a resort-style pool with a lounging area, complemented by a picnic cabana with grills for weekend cookouts. Residents also have a car wash center and monthly resident events that make the shared spaces easy to enjoy. Together they turn an ordinary week in West Plano into something more social.

Pet-Friendly Living with No Breed Restrictions

Prestonwood Hills welcomes both dogs and cats, with room for up to two pets per home and no breed restrictions to navigate. There is no monthly pet rent or separate pet fee, and an on-site dog park sits a few steps from the buildings. For pet owners comparing West Plano communities, that policy is a real differentiator.

Upscale Interiors and In-Home Comfort

Inside each home, residents find nine-foot ceilings with crown molding, ceramic tile entries, oversized garden tubs, designer countertops, and a full set of kitchen appliances. Full-size washer and dryer connections come standard, and select homes add private yards, vaulted ceilings, or a wood-burning fireplace. The finishes give the one, two, and three-bedroom layouts a polished feel throughout.

Everyday Convenience and Security

Prestonwood Hills backs up its comforts with practical features like reserved parking for each apartment, resident-controlled access gates, a 24-hour fitness center, a business center, on-site laundry facilities, and 24-hour emergency maintenance. These details keep daily life in West Plano running smoothly. They also make the community easy to settle into from day one.