Living In Southlake Texas

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

Where Is Southlake Texas Located?

Southlake, Texas, is located in the United States, specifically in the state of Texas. It’s situated in the northeastern part of the state, approximately 25 miles northwest of Dallas and 10 miles northeast of Fort Worth.

You’re about 29 minutes to downtown Dallas and about 27 minutes to downtown Fort Worth. You have easy highway access around the metroplex. Residents have access to or  get to TX 121 S route to Fort Worth or TX 114 E route to Dallas.

Southlake is easily accessible to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (10 minute drive) as well as Dallas Love Field (31 minute drive)

Carroll Independent School District

One of the standout features of Southlake is its excellent school system. The schools are highly rated, receiving an “A” according to the 2021-2022 school year evaluations. With 8,382 students, a strong sense of school pride, dedicated teachers, and great administrators, Southlake schools offer a top-notch education.

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

Suburban Charm

Southlake, Texas offers suburban charm with upscale residential areas, top-rated schools, community amenities, high-end shopping and dining, safety, and community events, creating an ideal environment for residents seeking a luxurious and family-friendly lifestyle.

Active Lifestyle Opportunities

Southlake, Texas offers active lifestyle opportunities such as parks and trails for outdoor exercise, sports facilities for team activities, fitness centers for workouts, golf courses for golfing enthusiasts, and community events promoting health and wellness.

Diverse Neighborhoods

Southlake, Texas, offers diverse neighborhoods like Timarron, Carillon, Kirkwood Hollow, Shady Oaks, and Versailles, each providing unique amenities and housing options catering to various preferences and lifestyles. Click on this Southlake neighborhoods link for profiles that describe some of the best and most popular of these neighborhoods.

Southlake Texas Real Estate Overview

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

Southlake Texas Property Tax Rates

To view Southlake Property Tax Rates, click this link.

Southlake Texas Housing Trends

What is the housing market like in Southlake today?

In May 2024, Southlake home prices were down 4.2% compared to last year, selling for a median price of $1,297,500. On average, homes in Southlake sell after 10 days on the market compared to 11 days last year. There were 44 homes sold in May this year, down from 56 last year.

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Shown below is a snapshot of current Southlake 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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