Why Live in Wynnewood
Wynnewood, a historic neighborhood in southwest Dallas, is known for its well-planned roads and grid designs, with streets named after WWII Navy ships and battles. This tight-knit community, part of the Oak Cliff area, features a vibrant shopping and dining village, Wynnewood Village, which includes stores like ROSS Dress For Less, Five Below, and grocery options such as Kroger and El Rancho Supermercado. The area recently saw a $100 million revitalization, adding amenities like LA Fitness and Target. Dining options include Tops Cafe for comfort food and Lulu’s for authentic Mexican dishes. Wynnewood’s residential streets are lined with Cape Cods, midcentury moderns, and brick ranch-style homes from the 1950s, featuring detached garages and spacious driveways. Homes range from three-bedroom, 1,100-square-foot properties to larger three- and four-bedroom homes with private pools and lush gardens. While there are no parks within Wynnewood, residents are close to Oak Cliff Nature Preserve, Kiest Park, and Beckley Saner Park, which offer trails, sports facilities, and community events. The Dallas Zoo and Cedar Crest Golf Course are also nearby. The neighborhood is served by the Dallas Independent School District, with local schools including Felix G. Botello Elementary, Hector P. Garcia Middle School, and W.H. Adamson High School. Wynnewood hosts annual events like the Mardi Gras parade and Blues, Bandits, and BBQ Festival, fostering a strong community spirit. Interstate 35 and Highway 67 provide easy access to Downtown Dallas, just 5 miles away, and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, 22 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wynnewood a good place to live?
Wynnewood is a good place to live. Wynnewood is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Wynnewood has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.6 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $60,745 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 10.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Wynnewood are renters, with 51.1% of residents renting and 48.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Wynnewood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Wynnewood neighborhood guide.
Is Wynnewood, TX a safe neighborhood?
Wynnewood, TX is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Wynnewood?
The median home price in Wynnewood is $555,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $111,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,880 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $123K a year to afford the median home price in Wynnewood. The average household income in Wynnewood is $61K.
What are the best public schools in Wynnewood?
The best public schools that serve Wynnewood are:
What are the best private schools in Wynnewood?
The best private schools that serve Wynnewood are:
- The Kessler School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Bishop Dunne Catholic School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
- Momentous School has a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
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Home Trends in Wynnewood, TX
On average, homes in Wynnewood, Dallas sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Wynnewood, Dallas over the last 12 months is $467,500, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$467,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$535,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$400,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$799,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$2,495,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$279
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median List Price
$555,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%