Why Live in Bear Creek
Bear Creek in Irving is a neighborhood with a rich history dating back more than 150 years. The area features a mix of ranch-style and New Traditional houses that can range from $275,000 to $450,000, with some manufactured homes that often sell for between $100,000 and $150,000. Residents can enjoy local parks like West Park, which includes a basketball court and the Georgia Farrow Recreation Center. Towne Lake Park is known for its scenic running paths and wildlife. The West Irving Aquatic Center offers seasonal activities. Annual community events like the Juneteenth celebration highlight Bear Creek's spirit. The area has chain restaurants, while local options are available in the Heritage District, about 3 miles away, including Thai food at Padaek and Brazilian cuisine at Villa’s Grill. Residents can pick up groceries at Walmart and Kroger, or visit Irving Mall for more extensive shopping. State Route 183 provides access to Dallas, around 14 miles away, and Fort Worth, roughly 23 miles away. DART bus routes and the Trinity Railway Express are public transportation options. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is nearly a 4-mile drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bear Creek a good place to live?
Bear Creek is a good place to live. Bear Creek is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Bear Creek is a suburban neighborhood. Bear Creek has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.2 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $52,828 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 11.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Bear Creek are renters, with 65.8% of residents renting and 34.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Bear Creek can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Bear Creek neighborhood guide.
Is Bear Creek, TX a safe neighborhood?
Bear Creek, TX is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bear Creek?
The median home price in Bear Creek is $355,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $71,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.09%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,720 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $74K a year to afford the median home price in Bear Creek. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Bear Creek is $53K.
What are the best public schools in Bear Creek?
The best public schools that serve Bear Creek are:
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Home Trends in Bear Creek, TX
On average, homes in Bear Creek, Irving sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Bear Creek, Irving over the last 12 months is $350,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$352,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$285,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$197
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$355,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%