Residential neighborhood close to White Rock Lake Park
Ten miles from downtown Dallas is Alger Park-Ash Creek, a residential neighborhood with W.H. Gatson Middle School located in the southwestern section. The community is also close to popular shopping, like Casa Linda Plaza, and one of Dallas’ main parks, White Rock Lake Park. One of Dallas’ older neighborhoods, it was first created in 1950’s as two separate neighborhoods that eventually formed into the current Alger Park-Ash Creek. The Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway (BNSF) acts as one of the borders, with trains occasionally coming through. The neighborhood has a crime score of 3 on the CAP Index, lower than the national average.
Enjoy neighborhood living in Alger Park-Ash Creek with schools and a Dallas skyline view.
Welcome to East Dallas, with Casa Linda Shopping Center in Alger Park-Ash Creek.
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Ranch-style and duplexes built in the 1950s
Alger Park-Ash Creek is older, with most homes built in the 1950s. Ranch-style homes are the main housing style throughout the community, although there are some duplexes. Prices can range between $327,000 and about $700,000. Most homes have an attached single-car garage in the front of homes, with a few that have either a two-car garage or a carport. Many properties have landscaping in their front yards with mature trees spread throughout the community. Alger Park-Ash Creek does have a homeowners association, with fees relating to maintenance of the neighborhood.
Alger Park-Ash Creek features a collection of timeless older ranch homes.
Enjoy elevated living in a ranch home with beautiful views in Alger Park-Ash Creek.
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Less than 2 miles to Casa Linda Plaza and other shopping
The neighborhood is about a mile from Casa Linda Plaza. Sitting just north of White Rock Lake, this shopping center has two grocery stores -Natural Grocers and Albertsons- and a variety of local and national businesses. Local restaurants include Maya’s Modern Mediterranean and Rodeo Goat. To the northwest is Casa View Shopping Center, with a Walmart Neighborhood Market. There is a farmers market that runs seasonally from March to December at the White Rock United Methodist Church, about a mile from the community.
Locals enjoy shopping and dining at Casa Linda Shopping Center in Alger Park-Ash Creek.
Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Maya’s and explore shops in Casa Linda, near Alger Park-Ash Creek.
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Botanical Garden concerts and nearby Downtown Dallas
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is about 2 miles west along the shores of White Rock Lake Park. It hosts multiple festivals as well as the Cool Thursday Concerts. Downtown Dallas is less than 10 miles south, home to a variety of museums like the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza and the Museum of Illusions.
White Rock Lake Park offers beautiful biking paths for residents of Alger Park-Ash Creek.
Locals enjoy the stunning landscapes and events at the Dallas Arboretum, close to Alger Park-Ash Creek.
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Walking distance to Gaston Middle School
The neighborhood is zoned to the Dallas Independent School District, with Gaston Middle School sitting within the community. Dallas ISD began Choose Dallas ISD, a program where residents and non-residents are able to apply for any Dallas ISD schools. Alger Park-Ask Creek children can begin Reinhardt Elementary School, which is graded a B-minus by Niche. Students may then attend Gaston Middle School, which earns a C. Bryan Adamas High School Leadership Academy earns a B.
Families in Alger Park-Ash Creek enjoy the proximity of Reinhardt Elementary School.
Gatson Middle School provides quality education near Alger Park-Ash Creek.
Bryan Adams High School is a public high school located in East Dallas, TX.
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A mini-park within and close to White Rock Lake Park
Jones Park is a mini-park within the neighborhood. With only .2 acres of green space, the park has room for two playsets. The neighborhood is also close to White Rock Lake, one of Dallas’ reservoirs that has been transformed to suit residents. With over 1,000 acres of green space, White Rock Lake has almost 10 miles of trails for walkers and bikers. The lake is surrounded by a cultural center, museum and botanical garden as well.
Locals enjoy walking and biking near White Rock Lake in Alger Park-Ash Creek.
Jones Park in Alger Park-Ash Creek is perfect for family fun and outdoor activities
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Ten miles to Downtown Dallas
Interstate 30 is to the south of Alger Park-Ash Creek, leading into Downtown Dallas less than 10 miles south. State Highway 78 is to the north of the neighborhood, with Loop 12 acting as a portion of the southern border. White Rock Medical Center is just over a mile to the west. Dallas Fort Worth is about 39 miles west.
Convenient healthcare at White Rock Medical Center, located near Alger Park-Ash Creek.
Sunset shows off the Dallas skyline from North Oak Cliff.
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Parks in this Area
Jones Park
Transit
Airport
Dallas Love Field
26 min drive
Bus
Peavy & Estacado - S - Ns
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Alger Park-Ash Creek
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Alger Park-Ash Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Alger Park-Ash Creek, Dallas sell after 6 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Alger Park-Ash Creek, Dallas over the last 12 months is $235,000, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
977
Median Age
46
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$55,844
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,878
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
31.7%
Advanced Degrees
13.4%
% Population in Labor Force
61.2%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
38°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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