Allen

Glen Hollow, Allen Neighborhood

Whisenant features predominantly single detached homes alongside a selection of apartment buildings, offering diverse housing options. The neighborhood benefits from convenient access to numerous nearby businesses, including supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants, making daily errands straightforward. Biking routes are well-developed, supporting multiple transportation choices within the area. Calm surroundings with lower traffic noise contribute to a peaceful living environment. While parks and public green spaces are not located directly within the neighborhood, several well-placed outdoor areas are easily reachable nearby for recreation. Proximity to major highways provides efficient connectivity for commuters and visitors. This neighborhood combines practical amenities with quiet charm for comfortable living.

Whisenant is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this part of Allen. Most areas in Whisenant are quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor, although that is not the case near the railway line. On the other hand, this part of Allen features almost no greenery; however, public green spaces, including Allen Station Park, are very well-situated and there are a few of them nearby for residents to discover, making it easy to reach them. Lastly, although this area is not known for its lively atmosphere, with the nightlife venues in nearby neighborhoods, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located very close by.

Highlights of Glen Hollow

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

🌳 Allen Station Park

This 125‑acre multi‑use park sits adjacent to Allen High School within Glen Hollow’s vicinity, offering baseball and softball fields, a shaded playground, hike‑and‑bike connections, and The Edge skate/BMX park, making it a community hub for families and active residents.

🏫 Alton Boyd Elementary School

Serving younger students in Glen Hollow, this highly rated Allen ISD elementary school lies within the neighborhood, offering small class sizes and top GreatSchools scores, reinforcing the area’s strong appeal for families.

🏫 Ereckson Middle School

As the designated middle school for Glen Hollow, Ereckson boasts an “A” grade, approximately 17:1 student‑teacher ratio and strong enrollment, making it a reliable anchor in the neighborhood’s education pipeline.

🏫 Lowery Freshman Center / Allen High School

Students from Glen Hollow feed into the Lowery Freshman Center and then Allen High School, one of the largest high schools in Texas with extensive academic, STEAM and CTE programs rooted right in the neighborhood.

🚴 Allen’s Hike‑and‑Bike Trail Network

Glen Hollow connects directly into Allen’s 80‑plus miles of interconnected hike‑and‑bike trails that link neighborhoods, parks, and retail, offering residents greenbelt access for recreation, commuting, and daily walks without needing a car.

Glen Hollow

This October in Glen Hollow

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

October 2, 2026

Heritage Haunt

Allen Heritage Village • 6:00 PM–8:00 PM

This free, family-friendly fall evening is especially convenient for Glen Hollow residents, with crafts, a trick-or-treat trail, food available for purchase, and a candlelight concert by the Allen Philharmonic. The historic-village setting makes it a relaxed way to start the Halloween season close to home.

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October 3 and 17, 2026

Cottage Farmers Market

Allen Heritage Village • 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

Residents can make an easy Saturday morning outing of this open-air market, browsing handmade goods, locally sourced products, artisan foods, and seasonal finds. Its Allen Heritage Village location is near Glen Hollow and offers a slower, neighborhood-oriented alternative to a typical shopping trip.

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October 6, 2026

National Night Out

Neighborhoods throughout Allen • 6:00 PM

Glen Hollow residents can join or organize a nearby neighborhood gathering to meet neighbors and Allen police officers in an informal setting. National Night Out is a practical community-building activity, offering a chance to strengthen local connections and learn more about neighborhood safety resources.

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October 10, 2026

Allen Fall Fest

Allen Heritage Village and Allen Senior Recreation Center • 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

This free Allen festival gives Glen Hollow families a nearby morning of live music, food vendors, a crafters market, petting zoo, storytime, farming demonstrations, recreation activities, an RC rally, and local-hero meet-and-greets. Shuttle parking is available, making the event manageable for families with young children.

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October 17, 2026

DFW Fall Fest 2026

Frisco Fresh Market • 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

For a nearby regional outing, Glen Hollow residents can head north to Frisco for a free fall celebration featuring live music, food, and activities for all ages. It is a reasonable short-drive option when families want a larger seasonal event beyond Allen’s hyper-local calendar.

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From the Neighborhood

Stories, updates, and things to know in Glen Hollow

Know Your Neighborhood

Local characteristics and demographics for Glen Hollow

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