Living In Mansfield Texas
This page provides guidance for anyone who is thinking about moving to Mansfield Texas. and wants to make an objective assessment of what living in Mansfield is like. Mansfield livability factors are presented along with descriptions, pictures and maps of Mansfield homes for sale. At the bottom of this page are links to authoritative sources that provide additional general information about living in Mansfield.
Where Is Mansfield Texas Located?
Mansfield Texas is centrally located between Dallas and Fort Worth. It is directly south of Arlington.
You’re about 30 minutes to downtown Dallas and about 20 minutes to downtown Fort Worth. You have easy highway access around the metroplex. Residents have access to Highway 287 to get to Fort Worth or Highway 360 to travel to Dallas.
Mansfield is easily accessible to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (20 minute drive) as well as Dallas Love Field (40 minute drive).
Mansfield Independent School District
One of the standout features of Mansfield is its excellent school system. The schools are highly rated, receiving an “B” according to the 2021-2022 school year evaluations. With 35,000 students, a strong sense of school pride, dedicated teachers, and great administrators, Mansfield’s schools offer a top-notch education.
Most school age children who reside in Mansfield are eligible to attend Mansfield Independent School District schools.
Suburban Charm
Mansfield’s suburban atmosphere sets it apart as a smaller city with around 80,000 residents. Despite its size, it provides a comfortable suburban lifestyle with easy access to shopping and amenities. The well-maintained roads and proximity to major cities add to the appeal of this suburban haven.
Active Lifestyle Opportunities
For those who love the outdoors and an active lifestyle, Mansfield offers over 20 parks, including a dog park and a nature park. From sports facilities like Big League Dreams to the Dallas Star Center for hockey enthusiasts, Mansfield provides ample opportunities for families to engage in recreational activities.
Diverse Neighborhoods
A big reason living in Mansfield is considered so desirable is its terrific neighborhoods. Mansfield features various neighborhoods, including new construction areas like M3 Ranch, a mega master plan community with multiple builders such as John Houston Custom Homes, Highland Homes, American Legend Homes, and Perry Homes. Additionally, neighborhoods like South Pointe and Somerset offer new construction options. Click on this Mansfield neighborhoods link for profiles that describe some of the best and most popular of these neighborhoods.
Mansfield Texas Real Estate Overview
Key to understanding what living in Mansfield is like is knowing about the Mansfield Texas real estate market.
Mansfield Texas Property Tax Rates
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Mansfield Texas Housing Trends
What is the housing market like in Mansfield today?
In May 2024, Mansfield home prices were down 2.4% compared to last year, selling for a median price of $480,000. On average, homes in Mansfield sell after 33 days on the market compared to 34 days last year. There were 107 homes sold in May this year, up from 114 last year.
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