Caddo Mills, TX

Caddo Mills is a quiet, close-knit town in Hunt County, sitting right on the eastern edge of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Originally named after a 19th-century gristmill along Caddo Creek, it holds on to its small-town roots while steadily welcoming new residents. State Highway 66 runs right through the heart of town, giving locals an easy route to neighboring Royse City and Greenville while keeping daily life peaceful and unhurried.

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Families are often drawn here by the well-regarded Caddo Mills school district, open green pastures, and a growing selection of new neighborhoods. While Main Street keeps things simple with local shops and churches, major shopping centers, healthcare, and dining are just a short drive away in Greenville or Rockwall. It is an appealing spot for anyone commuting toward Dallas who wants more breathing room, starry skies, and a slower pace at the end of the day.