Carrollton combines affordability, diversity, and DART Green Line transit access. Entriway shared homes in Plano are just 15–20 minutes away, where each housemate pays $500–$850/mo to split rent in a professionally managed house.
Carrollton is a diverse community of approximately 140,000 residents located southwest of Plano. The city has earned a reputation as one of the most culturally rich suburbs in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, with a thriving international food scene, established neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community. Carrollton also stands out for its public transit connectivity — the DART Green Line runs through the city, giving residents direct rail access to downtown Dallas and transfer options to reach Plano, Richardson, and other employment centers.
For working professionals seeking affordable housing near the north Dallas employment corridor, Carrollton offers a compelling alternative to pricier suburbs like Plano and Frisco. But even in Carrollton, rising rents make it difficult to find quality housing at a reasonable price. Entriway shared homes solve this problem by letting you split rent with compatible roommates in a full-size house with furnished common areas, equipped kitchens, and professional management — all for $500–$850/month per housemate.
The city is home to major employers like Mouser Electronics, which is headquartered in Carrollton, as well as Halliburton offices and numerous logistics and manufacturing companies along the I-35E corridor. Residents who work in the Legacy West area of Plano can reach their offices in 15–20 minutes via the Dallas North Tollway. For those who prefer public transit, the DART Green Line connects Carrollton to downtown Carrollton, Farmers Branch, and downtown Dallas, making it one of the most transit-friendly suburbs in the metroplex for finding roommates and affordable co-living arrangements.
The Dallas College Brookhaven Campus is located in adjacent Farmers Branch, just minutes from Carrollton. Brookhaven offers associate degrees and workforce training programs across dozens of fields. Students looking for affordable off-campus housing with roommates find Entriway shared homes an ideal solution — our housemate matching ensures compatible living arrangements, and the $500–$850/month share is far more affordable than renting a solo apartment near campus. College roommates benefit from furnished common areas, high-speed internet, and professional management.
Entriway currently operates 10 shared homes in Plano, just 15–20 minutes from Carrollton. Each home features furnished common areas, equipped kitchens, and professional management.
Each shared home includes furnished common areas, an equipped kitchen, high-speed internet, professional lawn care, pool maintenance (where applicable), pest control, and maintenance coordination. Housemates pay their share of the household rent — one straightforward monthly arrangement.
Each housemate pays their share of the household rent, typically $500–$850/month. Utilities, internet, and lawn care are coordinated by Entriway and shared among housemates. This makes co-living significantly cheaper than renting a solo apartment in Carrollton or Plano.
Yes. Carrollton is served by the DART Green Line, which connects to downtown Dallas and transfer points for reaching Plano and Richardson. The Green Line makes car-free commuting a viable option for Carrollton residents working along the Legacy corridor.
Our shared homes in Plano are 15–20 minutes from Carrollton via the Dallas North Tollway or the George Bush Turnpike. The drive is straightforward during most hours of the day.
Carrollton is more affordable than many north Dallas suburbs like Plano and Frisco, and it offers excellent diversity and transit access. Entriway shared homes take affordability even further — split rent with vetted roommates at $500–$850/month per person.
Entriway handles housemate matching through our application process. You do not need to search for roommates on your own — we screen applicants and match compatible residents so every household works well together.
Dallas College Brookhaven Campus is located in adjacent Farmers Branch, just minutes from Carrollton. Students attending Brookhaven find Entriway shared homes an affordable off-campus housing option with housemate matching included.