Plano

Preston Meadow, Plano Neighborhood

Preston Meadow offers a quiet and peaceful neighborhood atmosphere with tranquil streets that create a calming environment. The area features a variety of housing options, including single detached homes and townhouses, many built around 1989. Accessibility is enhanced with nearby restaurants and convenient access to pharmacies. Public green spaces are close by, including Preston Meadow Park, providing ample opportunities to experience outdoor settings. The cycling infrastructure supports an easy and comfortable ride through the neighborhood. Parking is convenient, adding to the overall ease of vehicle access throughout the community. This neighborhood combines convenience, calmness, and accessibility for daily living needs.

The character of Preston Meadow is exemplified by its slower-paced environment. This area is reasonably quiet overall, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic. Lastly, the greenery in this area is not prominent; although, it is easy to reach public green spaces in the neighborhood since there are a few of them close by for residents to check out.

Highlights of Preston Meadow

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

🌳 Preston Meadow Park

Preston Meadow Park, nestled at Lorimar Drive and Dalmatia Drive, is the neighborhood’s green gem offering wide open spaces, a scenic pond, shaded walking trails, playgrounds, and sports courts, making it a favorite gathering place for families and outdoor enthusiasts.

🏫 Centennial Elementary School

Located right within the Preston Meadow area, Centennial Elementary is a highly-rated Plano ISD school, known for its strong academic performance and active parent community, serving as a cornerstone for young families who want top-notch education close to home.

🍽️ Windhaven Plaza Dining Strip

Situated at the southeast corner of Preston Road and Windhaven Parkway, Windhaven Plaza is a local hotspot where residents enjoy diverse dining options, from local Tex-Mex to cozy coffee shops—perfect for casual meals and meetups a short walk from home.

🛒 Preston Park Village

Just south of Preston Meadow, this popular shopping area at Preston and Park Boulevard offers everything from major grocery stores like Market Street to boutique shops, salons, and handy services, ensuring daily conveniences are always within easy reach.

🚴 Preston Meadow Trail Connection

The neighborhood has direct access to the Bluebonnet Trail system with wide, well-maintained paved paths ideal for biking, jogging, or walking, connecting residents to broader Plano trails and parks without needing to cross major roads.

Preston Meadow

This August in Preston Meadow

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

August 22, 2026

Plano Harvest & Farmer's Market

Light Source Cove strip mall (near Mitchell Drive & Route 34) • 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

A vibrant traditional farmers market with over 50 vendors offering fresh local produce, baked goods, and artisanal items—just a short drive from Preston Meadow and perfect for weekend grocery runs or family outings.

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August 25, 2026

TUES—Team Up for Entrepreneurial Success at Plano Haggard Library

Haggard Public Library • 6:30 PM

A helpful and free monthly meetup for aspiring or small business owners to network, learn from SCORE-certified mentors, and gain local insights—ideal for community-minded residents of Preston Meadow interested in entrepreneurship.

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August 18, 2026

Dino Lab, for the very young, at Parr Library

Parr Library • 6:30 PM–7:00 PM

A short, engaging STEAM and early‑literacy session with dinosaurs designed for toddlers and preschoolers—a great, free evening activity for parents in Preston Meadow with little ones.

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August 15, 2026

FREE Outdoor Yoga @ McCall Plaza in Historic Downtown Plano

McCall Plaza • 9:30 AM–10:45 AM

A peaceful, community-oriented outdoor yoga class in Historic Downtown Plano—perfect for locals in Preston Meadow looking to stay active and enjoy a refreshing Saturday morning in a nearby public green space.

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August 27, 2026

Art & Wine Walk: 70’s Boho

Downtown Plano Arts District • 6:00 PM–9:30 PM

A stylish evening blending local art and wine in a fun 70’s boho atmosphere—ideal for couples or friends in Preston Meadow seeking a relaxed cultural night out within walking distance of Plano’s arts district.

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From the Neighborhood

Stories, updates, and things to know in Preston Meadow

Know Your Neighborhood

Local characteristics and demographics for Preston Meadow

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