Hi! I’m Keela McGraw, Arlington Texas Today co-founder and Realtor. I’d love to help you find your next home. Click here to search current homes for sale in the area.Are you someone considering living in Arlington TX?
Keela and I fell in love with the city immediately. We’ve taken our passion for the city and began producing this very website.
Arlington has plenty of fun things of do. Great neighborhoods to live in. Fantastic food to enjoy.
As a Realtor, Keela has dedicated her time helping homebuyers fall in love with the city as well when searching homes for sale in Arlington.
I’m sure you have plenty of questions when comparing cities to live in. After all, moving to a new city is a chore and you want to do what’s best for you and your family.
To help you make a decision, here are 5 convincing reasons you should consider living in Arlington TX.
Arlington is the #1 City to Buy Real Estate in the Country
We’ve talked about how much value and diversity living in Arlington has regarding real estate. But did you know that in a Forbes article earlier this year, they ranked Arlington (along with Fort Worth) as the best place to buy a home in 2014? How about that for an endorsement?
Note: Click here to contact our co-founder/CearnalCo Realtor Keela McGraw to assist with buying a home in Arlington.
Arlington is the #4 Best City to Find a Job
According to analysis by WalletHub, living in Arlington is great if your job hunting. Arlington is the 4th best city to find a job this year. WalletHub analyzed the relative employment opportunities in the 60 largest U.S. cities in order to give people a sense of where the strongest job markets and greatest prospects for long-term financial security can be found. Good news for anyone relocating to the area or just looking a new gig locally.
Arlington’s Crime Rate Decreases for 4th Consecutive Year
Living in Arlington TX means living in a safe city. Arlington’s crime rate decreased in 2013 for the fourth consecutive year, according to Police Chief Will Johnson. With nearly 400,000 residents, that’s a trend we like to see.
Higher Education Close to Home
Getting a top-notch college education today doesn’t have to mean leaving the state, region or city limits. The University of Texas at Arlington’s (UTA) Spring 2014 semester enrollment reached a record 34,249 students. That’s proof that UTA is on many students’ short lists for obtaining an advanced degree. From strong engineering and nursing programs, to being one of the most diverse colleges in the country, UTA is a top choice whether you have a high school senior at home or you want to change careers and need additional education. The university has also shown a willingness to participate in projects that benefit the City of Arlington, as showcased recently through the announcement of a new law enforcement recruiting program.
Big Time Entertainment Events in Your Backyard
If you love attending big-time sports and entertainment events, living in Arlington TX ideal. With the Texas Rangers playing 81 games at Globe Life Park (not counting postseason action), the Dallas Cowboys calling Arlington home at AT&T Stadium (along with attracting the NCAA Final Four, Super Bowl and legendary concerts), you’re never far from the action.
There are a lot more reasons Arlington is the best place to live in the metroplex. I could have mentioned the first Six Flags is here, one of only six Levitt Pavilion locations in the country is here and more.
Do You Have Additional Questions About Living In Arlington TX?
If you’re thinking about making Arlington your home and would like additional real estate information, we’d love to help. Click here to contact our co-founder/CearnalCo Realtor Keela McGraw.