Neighborhoods in Dallas, Texas
There are a wide range of desirable neighborhoods in Dallas. Two of the best are in the Park Cities. However, you'll find very pleasant neighborhoods in North Dallas as well. If you're moving to Dallas, be sure to select a real-estate agent in the area who's knowledgeable about these communities.
University Park
Founded in 1915, University Park is one of the top neighborhoods in Dallas. The people in this small town are mostly well-educated professionals. This is an expensive neighborhood with prime real estate. There are a few upscale apartments in University Park. AMLI Quadrangle offers fully furnished luxury apartments. This Dallas neighborhood is close to Southern Methodist University and downtown Dallas. It's also close to Snider Plaza, a popular Dallas shopping center. If you can afford it, this is one of the best places in Dallas to invest in real estate.
Highland Park
Established in 1889, Highland Park is a small yet highly desirable neighborhood in Dallas. Like University Park, this town is populated primarily by wealthy professionals. The real estate in Highland Park consists mainly of large houses, but there are also quality apartments for rent. Upscale apartment communities include The Vista and 2929 Wycliff. Overall, the real estate in Highland Park offers luxury with price to match. The attractive Highland Park Village offers some of the best shopping in Dallas.
Richardson
Richardson is a larger neighborhood with moderately priced real estate. Its history dates back to the late 19th century. Most of the people in this Dallas neighborhood are computer specialists and engineers. There is both luxury and affordable real estate in Richardson. The Cutter's Point apartment complex in Richardson offers very reasonable prices. More luxurious apartments are available in complexes such as The Pradera.Richardson is very close to the GalleriaShopping Center in Dallas.
Carrollton
Carrollton was established in 1878 and named after Carrollton, IL. This professional Dallas neighborhood offers a great deal of quality real estate. Apartments in complexes such as Carrollton Oaks are very affordable. Upscale apartments are a little hard to find in Carrollton, but communities such as Spicewood Crossing provide luxury real estate at a low price. Historic downtown Carrollton offers many attractive shops, restaurants and events.
Irving
Established in 1902, Irving is another old Dallas neighborhood. Irving has many residents in the construction, finance, insurance and management fields. The real estate in Irving is some of the most affordable in Dallas. However, you have to know where to look to get a good apartment in Irving. The Chaparral Creek apartments in Irving are highly recommended and reasonably priced. The Mandalay on the Lake offers a lovely view of Lake Carolyn. Irving has several beautiful attractions, such as Las Colinas, which features the world's largest equestrian statue, and the Mandalay Canal.
Perry Heights
With a diverse population and a higher-than-average median home price, the Perry Heights neighborhood of Dallas is very popular with young professionals and families who are just getting started. Perry Heights is located between Hawthorne Avenue and Rawlins Street in the Oak Lawn section of town, not far from the heart of the city.
Although this is one of the most urban neighborhoods in Dallas, Perry Heights has plenty of beautifully landscaped parks where children can play such as CraddockPark on Hawthorne. Many children attend Holy Trinity Catholic School, though the public schools in this area are considered respectable.
Perry Heights real estate continues to boom regardless of the housing climate in Dallas as a whole, and ranges from high-priced condos to suburban neighborhoods with gated entrances and security service. There also are several apartment complexes offering a wide range of rents and amenities.
State Thomas
Not far from Perry Heights is State Thomas, which is considered one of the most historic neighborhoods of Dallas. It contains the largest concentration of Victorian-era homes in the city. Residents who like the idea of living in an historic home might thrive in State Thomas.
State Thomas real estate consists mostly of older homes, though new construction is beginning on the east side of the neighborhood and along Woodall Rogers Freeway. State Thomas is only three miles from El Centro College, which is a popular junior college for recent high school graduates.
Love Field
Named after the airport of the same name, which is home to Southwest Airlines' headquarters, Love Field is located in northwest Dallas and takes residents a little bit farther away from downtown. Many Love Field residents are airport employees, and the population is more diverse than in other neighborhoods of Dallas.
Love Field real estate consists of suburban single-family homes, apartment complexes, condos and several duplex communities. Since the average income is lower here than in areas closer to downtown, there are more opportunities for low-rent housing. A Coca-Cola bottling factory is also located in the Love Field neighborhood and offers another major source of employment for residents.
Bluffview
The Bluffview neighborhood of Dallas, located on the northwest edge of downtown, is one of the hilliest sections of the city. Many of the residential areas are strung out along the cliffs that overlook Bachman Creek. Because homes are situated at higher elevations, flooding is not usually an issue in this Dallas neighborhood.
The Bluffview neighborhood was originally purchased by a developer named John Stevens in the early 1920s. It was annexed by Dallas some 20 years later. Home sizes were decreased significantly, but it is still considered a safe and affluent neighborhood of Dallas.
Bluffview real estate is not as diverse as other neighborhoods of Dallas, consisting mostly of single-family residences and luxury lofts. Generous home sizes combined with beautifully landscaped lawns and winding streets make this a pleasant and cozy place to live.
Knox Park
Knox Park is one of the most popular neighborhoods in Dallas, offering a pleasant mixture of comfortable residential areas and commercial districts. Shops, restaurants, clubs and bars abound in this area, and residents enjoy a close proximity to amenities.
The Katy Trail (bike/skating/hiking) runs directly through the center of the Knox Park neighborhood, providing hours of entertainment for children and adults. It is also just north of West Village, which gives residents access to even more variety in entertainment.
Knox Park real estate is similar to that of other neighborhoods in Dallas, offering both single-family residences and apartments. There are several loft communities near the center of town, and many of the Knox Park residents rent rather than own.
There are dozens of neighborhoods in and around Dallas; each offers unique historical and current amenities. Since many of the residential neighborhoods are located near downtown, residents can enjoy both peace and quiet and commercial entertainment.
You'll undoubtedly find real estate that meets your needs in one of these lovely Dallas neighborhoods. No matter what your budget, Dallas has an apartment that is right for you.
By Jennifer Claerr and Steve Thompson
