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Plano, Texas • Real Estate Agent

Plano Realtor

Looking for a realtor in Plano? Mali Gariani is a licensed Texas real estate agent representing buyers and sellers across Planoand North Texas - with real closings you can verify and clients who'll vouch for the work.

Plano price snapshot
Median sale price ≈$520K (Redfin, three months ending May 2026), approximate; ask for current comps by neighborhood
Commute
US 75 (Central Expressway), the Dallas North Tollway, the Sam Rayburn Tollway (SH 121) and the President George Bush Turnpike (SH 190) all touch Plano. It is a DART member city: the Red Line stops at Parker Road (a park-and-ride, also served by the Orange Line at weekday peaks), Downtown Plano and Bush Turnpike, and the Silver Line regional rail opened October 25, 2025 with stations at 12th Street and Shiloh Road. DART bus and GoLink on-demand zones fill in the rest.
Representation
Buyers & sellers, Plano and nearby North Texas suburbs.

Why work with Mali in Plano

Plano is the anchor of Collin County: about 292,600 people, four corporate headquarters campuses along the Dallas North Tollway, and neighborhoods that range from 1970s ranch streets in the east to Legacy West's mixed-use towers in the west. It is one of the few suburbs this far north with actual light rail: the DART Red Line runs through Downtown Plano and Parker Road, and the Silver Line opened in October 2025.

  • Local to Plano, not just "the metroplex" - she knows the neighborhoods, schools, and HOAs block by block.
  • Represents you on both sides: buying, selling, or selling-to-buy with the two closings coordinated.
  • Straight answers on price and fees up front - no pressure, no jargon.
  • Access to off-market and new-build inventory beyond what's on the public portals.

What buyers love about Plano

  • Toyota Motor North America's North American headquarters and the Legacy West district around it
  • Frito-Lay (PepsiCo) and Tyler Technologies headquarters, plus large JPMorgan Chase, Capital One and Bank of America campuses
  • DART Red Line rail and, since October 2025, the DART Silver Line west to Addison, Carrollton and DFW Airport
  • Arbor Hills Nature Preserve and Oak Point Park, the city's largest park

Recent Plano closings

A sample of homes Mali's clients have closed in and around Plano. Every one is a real, public record you can look up.

Plano neighborhoods Mali covers

From first homes to move-up and luxury, Mali works every corner of Plano. Explore the areas below, or ask her to compare them for your shortlist.

What Plano-area clients say

We're located in California and have just purchased a home in Plano, Texas. This is our first home and knew literally nothing about the process. I can't say enough good things about Mali. With all the complexities of us being remote, she managed to negotiate a great deal and then she pretty much took care of everything on her own. From arranging a very thorough inspection (much more than most realtors do) to taking care of a million small things and explaining exactly what we need to do at every moment. It felt she was there for us 24/7. When my wife flew out to Texas, not only did she show her the house but she also picked her up from the airport, showed her the neighborhood and bought her lunch in a great restaurant. If you want a truly professional real estate agent that will give their heart and soul to the project then choose Mali!
- Yoav Neuman
We were re-locating from California to Texas, and this was going to be an extended-family & multi-household move. I contacted someone in the Plano area and asked for a recommendation for a good realtor to help us .. he recommended Mali. From the first contact it was clear that Mali was going to work hard to get us our dream home .. and yes, we're a bit picky - likely we're not the easiest clients for a realtor. Mali was in our corner every step of the way, and was a joy to work with. We got a lovely home in Lakeside on Preston, and then she was there to provide recommendations for everything we'd need in getting settled - electricity, internet, gas, pool, and a general contractor for some initial re-model projects. Then my mother-in-law needed to find a house, and Mali got her into a new listing for one right on our block (about a 2 minute walk from our house). Mali made the transaction smooth and seamless. Then my daughter and her fiancée wanted to get a house in the area, and Mali got them into a lovely home just a 6-minute drive from our home. She managed the inspections & negotiated a good price, and the kids are moving-in now to a gorgeous home in Willow Bend. I have some other friends back in CA who are considering making the move to the DFW area .. I'm recommending Mali - she's the best!
- Alan J.
My name is Oren. I am a physician, married with children, living in North Dallas. I met Mali, as a referral from a friend in my community, who Mali had found a single family dwelling in a hot area in Plano, at what sounded to me like too good of a deal to be true. My friend, Joshua, mentioned that Mali is the type of agent who understanding not only the business, inside out, but also understands that real-estate is a customer service profession, that see it as her duty to exceed her customers expectations. That was enough for me to meet her. I have no financial or personal connection to Mali. This is simply my honest assessment of her I am not very experienced in investment properties, and to be honest, I did not think that this deal Mali helped me close was going to happen for a variety of reasons unrelated to Mali (outside state seller, complex tenant situation, work on property that needed to be completed). Somehow, Mali was able to make it happen. Here is what I observed that I hope will help you understand if Mali is the right agent for you: 1. Communication: Mali kept in constant communication with me. I ask an extraordinary amount of questions as i tend to be a risk averse type of person. Mali patiently explained, and reexplained, and even sometimes again explained things to me until I felt comfortable. She did not keep regular hours. After 8 or 9pm, she responds to texts. and as early as 7am she answers her phone. She made me feel that she always was wiling to here from me. For me this is important, as a physician, I have weird hours. 2. Detail Oriented: I hope she does not find this insulting, but I have to be honest. I think Mali is a little "OCD", and uses this character trait to her advantage. She was consistently prepared with detail oriented information at all times. she knew timelines, and next steps down to a science. She was knew exactly how to get this information to whom ever needed it (ie. real estate manager, title company, insurance adjusters). 3. Consciousness: Mali is extremely hard working. She was on site for all of the difficult points in the process of closing on this property for me. She did not miss a beat. 4. Masterful Negotiator: So I can not say enough about Mali's emotional intelligence and her people skills. She understands people and understands drivers of human behavior. She accomplished a really good deal for me in a tough market, and was able to create leverage to negotiate in areas I had not considered at all. She is very much an out of the box thinker and understands how to close a deal in a tactful, respectful, and fragile way, with her clients interests always at the center of her focus. 5. Resourceful: there were a number of subs needed to close the deal. Mali has a great network of people she works with that are responsive, trustworthy, and thorough. She also has a good sense about what is necessary and what can be compromised on in terms of property health. She "knows how to look" at property. She pointed out a variety of things not at all obvious to me in our walk-throughs that ended up being important selling points for our negotiation. Finally, Mali is committed to building a long term relationship with her clients. She understands that once payment goes through at title, her work is not over. For example, since my loan closed, Mali has help me set up my rental, offered me her consultation and time to finalize outstanding tasks on the property that need completion, and has been available to answer my questions anytime I call. I recommend her to anyone who is looking for a new home. - Oren
- Syma G.
We're located in California and have just purchased a home in Plano, Tx. This is our first home and knew literally nothing about the process. I can't say enough good things about Mali. With all the complexities of us being remote, she managed to negotiate a great deal and then she pretty much took care of everything on her own. From arranging a very thorough inspection (much more than most realtors do) to taking care of a million small things and explaining exactly what we need to do at every moment. It felt she was there for us 24/7. When my wife flew out to Texas, not only did she show her the house but she also picked her up from the airport, showed her the neighborhood and bought her lunch in a great restaurant. If you want a truly professional real estate agent that will give their heart and soul to the project then choose Mali!
- Daureen Neuman
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Realtor in Plano: common questions

How do I find a good realtor in Plano?

Look for an agent who works Plano specifically - not just "the DFW metroplex" - and can show recent, verifiable closings there. Mali Gariani is a licensed Texas real estate agent who represents buyers and sellers across Plano and the surrounding North Texas suburbs, with local sales you can look up on Zillow and reviews from Plano-area clients. The fastest way to start is a no-pressure call to talk through your timeline and price range.

How much does a realtor cost in Plano?

Real estate commissions are negotiable and are not set by law. Since the 2024 National Association of Realtors settlement, buyer-broker compensation is agreed in writing before you tour homes, so you always know the terms up front. For sellers, Mali will walk you through what a listing costs and what it nets you before you sign anything. Ask for a straight answer on fees - a good Plano agent gives you one.

Does Mali help with both buying and selling in Plano?

Yes. Mali represents both buyers and sellers in Plano: for buyers, that means finding homes (including off-market and new-build), touring, and negotiating; for sellers, a free comparative market analysis, pricing strategy, and full listing marketing. If you're doing both at once - selling to buy - she coordinates the two closings so you're not caught between them.

Which parts of Plano does Mali cover?

All of Plano, including Legacy West, Willow Bend, Starwood, Hunters Glen, Downtown Plano Arts District. Because she works the whole city rather than one subdivision, she can compare neighborhoods on schools, commute, HOA, and resale for your specific shortlist instead of steering you to one pocket.

What school district is Plano, TX in?

Mostly Plano ISD, but not entirely, and this catches buyers out. Plano ISD is the dominant district and serves roughly 49,000 students across about 79 schools, most of them inside city limits. Portions of Plano city limits are also served by Frisco ISD, Lewisville ISD and Allen ISD. A Plano mailing address does not guarantee a Plano ISD campus, so confirm the attendance zone for the specific address with the district before you write an offer.

Does Plano have DART rail?

Yes. Plano is a DART member city and one of the few suburbs this far north with real light rail. The Red Line stops at Parker Road, Downtown Plano and Bush Turnpike; Parker Road is a park-and-ride and also gets Orange Line service during weekday peak hours. The DART Silver Line regional rail opened on October 25, 2025, with stations at 12th Street (shared with the Red Line) and Shiloh Road, running west toward Addison, Carrollton, Coppell and DFW Airport. DART buses and GoLink on-demand zones cover the gaps.

Ready to make a move in Plano?

Whether you're buying, selling, or relocating to Plano, Mali will map your priorities against current inventory and give you a plan - no pressure.