Why Live in Downtown Dallas
Downtown Dallas is characterized by its historic homes, including bungalows, cottages, Craftsman, and Victorian houses, many of which are over a century old. The neighborhood's gridded streets and small yards foster a close-knit community atmosphere, with sidewalks enhancing walkability to local shops and restaurants. Residents enjoy a variety of things to do, with several parks nearby. Dallas City Park, the largest at 35 acres, features an 18-hole disc golf course, basketball courts, horseshoe pits, playgrounds, and the Delbert Hunter Arboretum and Botanic Garden. Roger Jordan Community Park offers baseball and soccer fields, a skate park, tennis and pickleball courts, and the Dallas Aquatic Center, which includes an indoor pool with a lazy river and water slide. Dining options in Downtown Dallas range from Karma Coffee Bar and Bakery to Washington Street Steakhouse, alongside Mexican and Thai restaurants. Local businesses, including boutiques and a bowling alley, line the streets, with grocery stores like Safeway and Walmart just north of the neighborhood. Community events such as the Sounds of Summer concert series, Dallas Days festival, weekly farmers market, and movie nights at Dallas Cinema bring residents together. While the neighborhood is walkable, residents often drive for trips outside the area, with Salem just a 15-mile drive away via the Salem Dallas Highway. The Cherriots bus system also provides routes to Salem and nearby cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downtown Dallas a good place to live?
Downtown Dallas is a good place to live. Downtown Dallas is considered fairly walkable and bikeable. Downtown Dallas has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.5 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $61,034 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 18.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Dallas are home owners, with 40.8% of residents renting and 59.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Downtown Dallas can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Downtown Dallas neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Dallas?
The median home price in Downtown Dallas is $435,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $87,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,210 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $95K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Dallas. The average household income in Downtown Dallas is $61K.
What are the best public schools in Downtown Dallas?
The best public schools that serve Downtown Dallas are:
What are the best private schools in Downtown Dallas?
The best private schools that serve Downtown Dallas are:
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Home Trends in Downtown Dallas, OR
On average, homes in Downtown Dallas, Dallas sell after 121 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Dallas, Dallas over the last 12 months is $441,005, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$441,005
Median Single Family Sale Price
$441,005
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$286
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
43
Median List Price
$435,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
