Garland is accessible to Dallas via highway or public transportation
Situated about 18 miles northeast of Dallas, the suburban city of Garland is home to nearly 240,000 people. Prospective homebuyers are drawn to the city in large part for its ease in getting around the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. “Accessibility is one of the key features I hear when people say they want to move there,” says Kimberly Woodul, a Realtor with Ebby Halliday Realtors. “You have a lot of major thoroughfares. It’s very easy to commute.” Interstate 635 and President George Bush Turnpike link to I-30 for the drive to Dallas. Getting to Dallas via public transportation is also easy; Garland has two DART light rail stations and the trip from downtown Garland to downtown Dallas takes around a half-hour.
But not everyone who lives in Garland commutes to Dallas or Fort Worth. The city has over 300 manufacturers, including well-known companies like Kraft Heinz and Sherwin-Williams; Micropac, which makes electronic parts; and Hatco, which produces Stetson cowboy hats and western wear.
Garland's Village residents rely on the DART Rail and Bus system to get them around town.
Kraft Heinz manufacturers has a location in Garland that is open 24 hours a day.
The Garland residents of Ridgewood travel to Dallas on Highway I-635.
Sherwin Williams has a major distribution point located in Garland.
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Homes prices lower than Dallas or Fort Worth
Garland’s median home sales price is $325,000, lower than the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area median price of $399,000, according to the Texas Real Estate Research Center. “There are properties that start below $200,000, which is hard to find in Dallas-Fort Worth,” Woodul says. “From a buyer’s perspective, there’s a lot of investors and some good deals to be had." South Garland features established neighborhoods like Devonwood , Axe and English , where buyers can find midcentury homes. Newer homes tend to be in Western Heights and Northeast Garland .
New homes with hints of Craftsmen style are found in Garland's Downtown Garland area.
Mill Creek, located in Garland, offers a variety of home styles to choose from.
Many homes located in Garland's Hiland neighborhood were built in the 1950's with brick facades.
Well-maintained Traditional-style homes in Garland add to the cities charm.
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City calendar is packed with events
Garland is the site of many cultural and culinary festivals. The year is inaugurated with the “Free Movies at the Plaza” festival at downtown's historic Plaza Theatre. Granville Arts Center is the site for a festive fall Dia de Los Muertos celebration. Downtown Garland Square hosts a flea market and free concerts in the summer. And in September, Fair Fare on the Square is a month-long celebration of fair foods like fried Oreos. Downtown is also the site for Fourth of July celebrations and Christmas light shows.
Garland's Plaza Theater that is located in Downtown Garland has free movies every so often.
The Downtown Garland area of Garland is lit up at night with Holiday lights.
Legendary musicians, like Ian Moore, will perform at Garland’s Music Made Here Concert Series.
Garland's Downtown Urban Market draws families for fun and shopping.
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Green spaces include Rowlett Creek Preserve
Garland is home to 65 parks covering more than 2,800 acres. One of the most popular is the 97-acre Rowlett Creek Nature Preserve with miles of hiking and biking trails; visitors can also fish in Rowlett Creek. A greenbelt runs through Spring Park , linking preserves and forests via paved paths. Garland is also bordered by Lake Ray Hubbard, which spans 22,000 acres and is often used for boating, fishing and watersports. The Jon Comer Memorial Skatepark in Ridgewood is the second largest in Texas, at 46,000 square feet.
Jon Comer Skatepark in Rick Oden Park, is where Garland residents go to practice skateboarding.
The walking trail at Rowlett Community Park sees many residents from Garland.
The skate park at Rick Oden Park, located in Garland, is a popular place for teens to hangout.
You may get lucky at Lake Ray Hubbard after dropping your fishing line into the water.
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Students assigned to the Garland Independent School District
Students in Garland are served by the Garland Independent School District (GISD), which earns an A-minus grade from Niche. GISD is a choice school district that allows parents to choose where their children attend school. Private schools include Brighter Horizons Academy, serving pre-kindergarten through 12th grade and earning an A from Niche.
South Garland High School sets the standard for academic excellence in Monica Park.
Daugherty Elementary School, in Garland TX, develops the whole child, socially and emotionally.
The name speaks for itself at the Austin Academy of Excellence in Monica Park.
Sam Houston Middle School in West Garland offers diverse sports and art classes for Axe locals.
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Getting around Garland
Dallas-bound commuters live 15 miles northeast of downtown Dallas, easily accessible via Interstate 30. The Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is less than a 30-mile drive to the east on I-635. Dallas-bound commuters also have access to the DART Rail’s Blue Line via two light-rail stations in Garland. The city has the Garland VA Medical Center and Medical City ER Garland for medical facilities.
From Downtown Garland to Firewheel Town Center
Downtown Garland 's historic Downtown Square underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation that was completed in late 2023. On and around Main Street are restaurants, cafes, boutiques and Intrinsic Smokehouse and Brewery, which features barbecue, beer and live music in a rustic setting. Downtown's Bankhead Cultural Arts District includes the Plaza Theatre, which dates from 1941, and the Granville Arts Center for live theater and concerts. In the northern part of the city, the Firewheel Town Center outdoor mall is home to several high-end shops and a mix of dining and entertainment options, including an AMC movie theater.
Walk around the area with a loved one in Firewheel Town Center located in Garland.
Garland's Intrinsic Smokehouse found in Downtown Garland is a favorite place for locals to eat.
The residents of Garland head to the AMC Theater located in Firewheel Town Center for some fun.
Garland's Downtown area is where locals go for shopping and dining with friends.
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Public safety and weather in Garland
According to the FBI, Garland experienced 571 violent crimes and 5,946 property crimes in 2023, both down from 2022. Garland’s violent crime rate has gradually decreased since 2019.
Garland experiences extreme heat during the summer and is susceptible to tornados and drought. The city’s website allows residents to request Office of Emergency Management presentations or printed materials to prepare for natural disasters.
On average, homes in Garland, TX sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Garland, TX over the last 12 months is $318,500, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$329,000
Median Sale Price
$318,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$325,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$255,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$165,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1,755
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-$2
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$190
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes for Sale
616
Months of Supply
4.20
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Top Schools in Garland, TX
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Best Public Elementary Schools
#1 Kimberlin Academy for Excellence
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#2 Walnut Glen Academy for Excellence
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#3 Sunnyvale Elementary School
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#4 Sunnyvale Intermediate School
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#5 Classical Center at Vial Elementary School
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#6 Hillside Academy for Excellence
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#7 Beaver Technology Center
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#8 Luna Elementary School
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#9 Stinson Elementary School
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Best Public Middle Schools
#1 Murphy Middle School
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#2 Sunnyvale Middle School
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#3 Austin Academy for Excellence
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#4 Otto Middle School
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#5 Classical Center at Brandenburg Middle School
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#6 Jackson Technology Center
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#7 Kimbrough Middle School
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#8 Lake Highlands Junior High School
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#9 Webb Middle School
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Best Public High Schools
#1 Sunnyvale High School
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#2 N Garland High School
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#3 Plano East Sr High School
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#4 C A Mcmillen High School
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#5 Lakeview Centennial High School
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#6 Lake Highlands High School
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#7 Garland High School
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#8 Berkner High School
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#9 Bryan Adams High School
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Best Private Schools
#1 Brighter Horizons Academy
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#2 Garland Christian Academy
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#3 Firewheel Christian Academy
#4 Garland Christian Adventist School
#5 Good Shepherd Catholic School
#6 International Leadership of Texas Private High School
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