Bedford is part of the "Mid-Cities" area of the DFW Metroplex, sitting directly between Dallas and Fort Worth and north of Arlington. The residential city has about 50,000 residents and continues to grow partly because of its location. "It's a quaint bedroom community. It's 2 to 3 minutes from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. It's very centrally located," says Tanya Lang, a Team Lead at REAL Brokers who has sold several homes in Bedford. Lang adds that residents of Bedford tend to stay a while, making the city their long-term home. The Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District also attracts homebuyers to the area, which is recognized as one of the highest-rated districts in the DFW Metroplex.
Residents of Bedford gather with friends and family at Coffee Tea & Books.
Bedford Public Library has rows upon rows of books and movies for Bedford residents.
Central Park is a fun gathering place for families.
The Water Park in Bedford is a great way to cool off in the summer.
Bedford Public Library has rows of books and movies for Bedford residents.
Millennial Mansions with plenty of windows are popular in Bedford.
You’ll find contemporary homes mixed in with Millennial Mansions in Bedford.
Homes in Bedford city come in a variety of styles.
Neighborhoods in Bedford offer homes near the water.
Bedford Junior High is a center of education in the HEB School District.
The Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District, offers Schools of Choice programs.
Students focus on specific topics such as world languages or STEM programs.
The district is one of the only districts in the area to offer International Baccalaureate courses for high school juniors and seniors.
Café Sicilia, known for their stromboli and huge servings of chicken parm
Kroger is a favorite shopping location amongst those in Bedford.
Twisted Root Burger Co. in Bedford offers patrons a lively outdoor patio.
Macarena Taco Shop & Margarita Bar in Bedford offers Mexican cuisine.
Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of the city’s many parks, which include the recently renovated Generations Park at Boys Ranch.
The picnic pavilion at Generations Park hosts many family outings.
Geese inhabit and wander the Generations Park in Bedford.
One of the city’s many parks includes the recently renovated Generations Park.
Children enjoy the playground at Generation Park.
Generation Park is where the Pickle Passports event is held annually.
An active water park at Generations Park helps keep hot summers cool.
Generations park hosts a water park, softball complex and event green space.
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A sellers’ market in the center of DFW
The median home value for Bedford homes in 2024 was $380,000, compared to the national median price of $417,000, according to the National Association of Realtors. Prices can vary from about $140,000 for a modest ranch-style or bungalow home to over a million dollars for a custom-built house with acreage and amenities, like a pool. Homes sit snuggly near their neighbors, with towering oak trees lining the city streets. Neighborhoods like Bedford Heights and Canterbury are known for midsize homes and well-kept parks. Street parking is common throughout the city; however, many homes include a garage or driveway.
Millennial Mansions with plenty of windows are popular in Bedford.
You’ll find contemporary homes mixed in with Millennial Mansions in Bedford.
Homes in Bedford city come in a variety of styles.
Neighborhoods in Bedford offer homes near the water.
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Highly rated schools in Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD
Bedford students are part of the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District, which earns an A-plus and is ranked the third-best district in Tarrant County by Niche. The district has received plenty of recognition over the years, including being rated the No. 1 district in the state for Academic Performance and Financial Efficiency by the Education Resource Group. Several schools offer STEM programs in engineering, robotics, cybersecurity and computer science. "People move here often for the school district. They have immersion programs in the schools. They have Generations Park, which offers a lot of amenities," Lang says.
Bedford Junior High is a center of education in the HEB School District.
The Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District, offers Schools of Choice programs.
Students focus on specific topics such as world languages or STEM programs.
The district is one of the only districts in the area to offer International Baccalaureate courses for high school juniors and seniors.
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Local and exotic flavors throughout Bedford
Bedford's retail and restaurant scene mainly revolves around the highways, Airport Freeway and Highway 121. From Cajun food to Tex-Mex and barbeque, there is a variety of cuisines from chain and local restaurants. Euless, roughly 5 miles away, has big-box stores like Target and Lowe's and grocery stores like Kroger and Walmart Neighborhood Market.
Café Sicilia, known for their stromboli and huge servings of chicken parm
Kroger is a favorite shopping location amongst those in Bedford.
Twisted Root Burger Co. in Bedford offers patrons a lively outdoor patio.
Macarena Taco Shop & Margarita Bar in Bedford offers Mexican cuisine.
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Reimagined parks serve as the center of life in Bedford
Bedford has nine parks throughout the city and several trails. Generations Park at Boys Ranch is the most robust and expansive park, with several renovations in recent years. The Center part of Generations Park is a recreation facility with an indoor pool, track, fitness facilities and activity rooms. The center also has an outdoor water park, a baseball/softball complex and a multipurpose field area. Roy Savage Pool at Central Park is open every summer and offers open swim and aquatics programs, including water aerobics and swim lessons.
Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of the city’s many parks, which include the recently renovated Generations Park at Boys Ranch.
The picnic pavilion at Generations Park hosts many family outings.
Geese inhabit and wander the Generations Park in Bedford.
One of the city’s many parks includes the recently renovated Generations Park.
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Pickle Passports for the Pickle Party
Generations Park also hosts community events and large festivals, including the Beats and Easts Fest on Labor Day weekend, featuring live music, games and food. Every December is the Pickle Party at Generations Park, where residents relish the chance to enjoy pickle-themed activities and goodies and get their "pickle passports" stamped along the course. The city also hosts holiday celebrations for Christmas, the Fourth of July and others.
Children enjoy the playground at Generation Park.
Generation Park is where the Pickle Passports event is held annually.
An active water park at Generations Park helps keep hot summers cool.
Generations park hosts a water park, softball complex and event green space.
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A centrally located city with several ways to commute
Bedford doesn't have any public transportation options, so residents rely on their vehicles to get around. Highway 121 and Airport Freeway are the two main roadways in and out of town. Dallas is a 27-mile drive, while Fort Worth is 16 miles away. Bedford is near the DFW International Airport, which offers international and domestic flights nonstop, about 9 miles away. Being so close to the airport does mean locals may hear planes taking off and landing. Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital is the city’s main medical facility.
Safety in the DFW Metroplex
According to FBI crime data, violent crime rates in Bedford are 103 incidents per 100,000 people, compared to the Texas rate of 123. Property crime rates show 200 incidents per 100,000 people, slightly higher than the state average of 189 per 100,000 people. Bedford is prone to environmental factors like excessive heat, flooding and tornadoes. Bedford’s hottest month of the year is August with an average high of 95 degrees. The coldest month of the year is January, with an average high of 57 degrees.
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