Living In Dallas Texas

This page provides guidance for anyone who is thinking about moving to Dallas Texas and wants to make an objective assessment of what living in Dallas is like. Dallas livability factors are presented along with descriptions, pictures and maps of Dallas homes for sale. At the bottom of this page are links to authoritative sources that provide additional general information about living in Dallas.

Where Is Dallas Texas Located?

Dallas is located in the northeastern part of the state of Texas, near the Trinity River and the eastern edge of the state.

You’re about 32 minutes to downtown Fort Worth. You have easy highway access around the metroplex. Residents have access to I-30 route to get to Fort Worth.

Dallas is easily accessible to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (24 minute drive) as well as Dallas Love Field (15 minute drive).

Dallas Independent School District

One of the standout features of Dallas is its excellent school system. The schools are highly rated, receiving an “B” according to the 2021-2022 school year evaluations. With 143,430 students, a strong sense of school pride, dedicated teachers, and great administrators, Dallas schools offer a top-notch education.

Most school age children who reside in Dallas are eligible to attend Dallas Independent School District schools.

Suburban Charm

Dallas, Texas, exudes suburban charm with its diverse neighborhoods, family-friendly environment, cultural and entertainment options, green spaces, and proximity to urban amenities, appealing to residents seeking a balanced lifestyle.

Active Lifestyle Opportunities

Dallas, Texas, offers active lifestyle opportunities such as parks and trails, fitness centers, sports leagues, outdoor activities like kayaking and hiking, and fitness events and races, catering to residents of all ages and interests.

Diverse Neighborhoods

Dallas, Texas, boasts diverse neighborhoods like Uptown, Oak Cliff, Bishop Arts District, Deep Ellum, Lake Highlands, Preston Hollow, and Lower Greenville, each offering unique characteristics and lifestyles, catering to a wide range of preferences. Click on this Dallas neighborhoods link for profiles that describe some of the best and most popular of these neighborhoods.

Dallas Texas Real Estate Overview

Key to understanding what living in Dallas is like is knowing about the Dallas Texas real estate market. 

Dallas Texas Property Tax Rates

To view Dallas Property Tax Rates, click this link.

Dallas Texas Housing Trends

What is the housing market like in Dallas today?

In May 2024, Dallas home prices were up 20.6% compared to last year, selling for a median price of $497,000. On average, homes in Dallas sell after 17 days on the market compared to 13 days last year. There were 1,058 homes sold in May this year, down from 1,151 last year.

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Shown below is a snapshot of current Dallas Texas homes for sale.

The default display order of the property listings shown below is number of days listed, but other sort orders can be selected. The property display also can be easily changed from the default grid display to a detailed list display. If you are viewing this page on a mobile device, a map that shows the location of the selected properties can be displayed by clicking on the map icon.

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