Outdoor-centric city with entertainment and cultural festivals
Situated roughly halfway between Dallas and Fort Worth (DFW), Grand Prairie is the ninth-largest city in the Metroplex with 196,000 residents. People move here because of its proximity to an impressive park complex, lake access and centrality within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. “My kids are outdoorsy. It’s been a great city for us,” says Kimberly Korfe, a Realtor with TD Realty and a Grand Prairie resident for eight years. “I've been here the longest I’ve been anywhere.” Grand Prairie-born Realtor Ray Bobo of Keller Williams Realty adds, “Grand Prairie has the most parks per capita. You get a lot for your tax dollars here.” This city is home to year-round cultural and culinary festivals that unite the community, and proximity to major highways connects locals with the employment and entertainment opportunities of the big cities beyond. The largest employers in Grand Prairie are Grand Prairie Independent Schools, Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, Poly-America Inc. and the City of Grand Prairie. All these companies employ 1,500 or more people in the city.
Downtown Grand Prairie is a great place to take a stroll.
The local Lynn Creek Marina is a fun spot for residents on a sunny day.
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The stunning displays at the Tianyu Light Festival create a magical experience for all ages.
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Median prices lower than Metroplex median
While Grand Prairie was founded in 1863, it was not until a post-World War II industrial boom that it became a thriving city, and much of its older housing stock dates to the mid-20th century. Grand Prairie’s transformation into a suburban city between two larger urban centers is reflected by the midcentury and modern styles. The median home price in Grand Prairie is $341,000, significantly lower than the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area median of $399,000, according to the Texas Real Estate Research Center. Neighborhoods like Mira Lagos, which backs up to Joe Pool Lake, can be pricier, with a median cost of $499,000.
Many homes in Mira Lagos take inspiration from the Queen Anne style.
Buyers in Mira Lagos can opt in for a new Townhome in the Grenadier master planned community.
Ranch Style homes are commonly seen in Gran Prairie.
2-Story Larger homes
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Grand Prairie recreation and entertainment
Smack dab in the middle of Grand Prairie and at the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex is EpicCentral, a 172-acre park and recreation hub. EpicCentral truly has something for everyone, including an immersive playground for kids of all abilities, an indoor water park, group fitness classes, a recreation center for people over 50, an amphitheater for outdoor concerts, a dog park and restaurants. True to its name, at EpicCentral’s Chicken N Pickle, visitors can enjoy fried chicken and a game of Pickleball or head to Loop 9 Barbeque for some sticky ribs. At the southern end of Grand Prairie, nature lovers can also choose to visit Lynn Creek Park, a 784-acre waterfront park featuring a white-sand beach for summertime relaxation, boat ramps for exploring the Joe Pool Lake and volleyball and picnic areas.
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Traditional artistry and bold colors captivate the audience at the Tianyu Light Festival.
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Culinary and cultural festivals
Grand Prairie has many cultural events annually. The year is kicked off with a Lunar New Year festival every January, complete with dragon and lion dances, martial arts performances and food, while spring is greeted with free western swing, jazz and rock concerts at Central Park’s Summit Garden every March and April. Food festivals include the Big Mamou Cajun Festival in April, the Crawfish Boil every June, the Hatch Chile Festival in August and Oktoberfest every October. The DFW area’s diversity can be explored through the Chinese-themed Dragon Boast Festival every May, the Tejano Summer Music Concert in August and the Native American Pow Wow in September. The Prairie Lights show, which lasts from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, sees four million Christmas lights illuminate Lynn Creek Park. At the same time, a Holiday Village brings Grand Prairie’s merry citizens together for hot chocolate and photos with Santa.
Visit Grand Prairie Farmers Market in Grand Prairie, TX.
Visit Grand Prairie Farmers Market in Grand Prairie, TX.
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Bright crystals and a majestic dragon create a magical moment at the Tianyu Light Festival.
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Shopping and thrill at Trader’s Village
A popular family-fun shopping experience can be found at Trader’s Village, open every weekend. In the heart of Grand Prairie, Traders Village has over 3,500 vendors for shoppers and the Prairie Playland, which has amusement-park style rides. The Grand Prairie Premium Outlets off Interstate 20 offers 110 stores, including Nike Factory and Adidas Factory stores. Asia Times Square is one of the largest Asian Markets in the state. This area provides Asian dining, entertainment, and home events throughout the year, such as its annual Lunar New Year celebration. Downtown Grand Prairie is home to Uptown Theatre, a full-restored 1950s theatre that hosts concerts, comedians and other performing arts. Downtown also has a farmers market and is home to the Firehouse Gastro Park, a restaurant and bar set in Grand Prairie’s historic Firestation No. 1. The city has a master plan to improve Downtown, including programs to improve the infrastructure and restaurants.
Locals flock to Traders Village each weekend for family fun.
Traders Village is a staple in Grand Prairie, locals and visitors gather each weekend.
Visitors can purchase fresh produce from vendors at Traders Village.
Turkey legs are the meal of choice for visitors at Traders Village.
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Students attend the Grand Prairie Independent School District
Most of Grand Prairie’s students attend the Grand Prairie Independent School District (GPISD), which earns a B grade from Niche. The school district consists of 47 schools. As for private schools, Matthew Road Academy is located just north of Joe Pool Lake, serves third through 12th grade and earns a B-minus grade from Niche.
Getting from Grand Prairie to around the Metroplex
“Most people want to live in the true suburbs, and this is the true suburbs,” Korfe says. “But we are still close to the main highways.” Three major highways, Interstates 30, 161 and 20, connect this large area’s amenities and provide locals with access to Downtown Dallas within a 14-mile drive, the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport within 11 miles, and Fort Worth within 21 miles. Grand Prairie also has an on-demand minibus service where residents can set the pick-up and destination points. The Dallas Area Regional Transit bus system can be used just east of the city along Merrifield Road. Medical facilities include Medical City Emergency Room Grand Prairie and Baylor Scott and White Emergency Hospital Grand Prairie.
Public safety and weather in Grand Prairie
According to the FBI's Crime Data Explorer, Grand Prairie’s violent crime rate was about 71 incidents per 100,000 residents in December 2023, lower than the Texas and U.S. rates. The city’s property crime rate was about 134 incidents per 100,000 residents in December 2023, also lower than the Texas and U.S. rates. The Grand Prairie Police Department operates “CommUNITY Policing Initiatives” like Adopt-A-Street to rally public support for keeping Grand Prairie’s streets clean, “Chocolate con el Jefe” and “Coffee with a Cop” to increase engagement with the Grand Prairie community and even free car seat installation programs. As for the weather, Grand Prairie is susceptible to extreme summer heat, tornados and drought.
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