Conveniently located city with growth in development and population
Situated 11 miles northwest of Dallas, Irving has experienced continued growth since its founding in 1903. The city, which currently has about 250,000 residents, had less than half of that 40 years ago. Developments like Las Colinas Urban Center, a 12,000-acre master-planned urban hub, have driven the growth. Along with development, the area’s proximity to much of the Metroplex is added appeal. “It’s so close to everything. It’s close to the airport. We have light rail. We have a bus service. It just has everything to offer,” says local Realtor Dianne Cartwright with Ebby Halliday Realtors. Job opportunities continue to expand in Irving, which is home to eight Fortune 500 companies, including Exxon Mobil, McKesson and Caterpillar.
Since 1903, Irving is one of the fastest growing communities in DFW.
Aerial view of the Irving's Main Street Historic District.
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From homes in established neighborhoods to newer homes in master-planned communities
Some homes in Irving are in established neighborhoods built in the middle of the century. Still, plenty of newer homes exist, especially in master-planned communities like Las Colinas and Valley Ranch, which are pricier. Homes in these neighborhoods range from $400,000 to $4.5 million. The median sales price in Irving is $395,000, slightly lower than the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area average of $399,000, according to the Texas Real Estate Research Center. “Compared to most places, Irving is maybe 5 percent more affordable, which isn’t huge, but it's something,” says Marci Barton, a Realtor with RE/MAX DFW Associates. “There’s a lot more variation in price. You can find something in the $200,000s and at $5 million.” Irving also has a collection of condominiums and townhouses.
Buyers can choose to purchase traditional brick homes in Arts District in Irving.
Traditional and Mediterranean influences the variety of homes in Las Colinas.
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Kayaking and paddleboarding on Las Colinas’ Lake Carolyn
The City of Irving has over 80 parks that residents can choose from for recreation. In the planned community of Las Colinas is Lake Carolyn, where locals can paddleboard or kayak. South of Las Colinas is Fritz Park, which is an ample green space along Delaware Creek with two baseball fields, basketball courts, a playground and a picnic shelter. The park is also home to the Animal Connection Experience, a petting zoo. Irving is home to five 18-hole golf courses. As for the weather, Irving’s location in North Texas makes it prone to extreme heat, tornados and wildfires. According to ClimateCheck, 49% of Irving's buildings are at risk of wildfires.
Fritz Park in South Irving features a 11,260 foot length disc golf course in Irving.
The Mandalay Canal in Las Colinas takes its inspiration from the canals in Venice, Italy.
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Students assigned to the Irving Independent School District
Irving students will be part of the Irving Independent School District, earning an overall B grade from Niche and an A-minus mark for its college prep and teachers. As for private schools, Cistercian Preparatory School is in Irving, serves fifth through 12th grade and earns an A-plus grade from Niche. The University of Dallas, a private Catholic university, is also in Irving. The university has just 1,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate students.
Irving’s University of Dallas offers a diverse learning environment and endless opportunities.
Irving High School prepares students for success with a strong academic foundation.
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From the Toyota Music Factory to the Mustangs of Las Colinas
Irving is home to the Toyota Music Factory, which hosts a variety of musical acts from Justin Moore to Meghan Trainor. The venue can seat 4,000 people indoors and expand to 8,000 as an amphitheater. The venue includes 20 bars and restaurants where visitors can grab a drink or a meal before or after a concert. Over in Las Colinas, there is the Mustangs of Las Colinas, a beautiful sculpture of nine bronze mustangs running across a prairie stream. The sculpture was created by Robert Glen, a well-known African wildlife artist. The sculpture was installed in 1984 and is the largest equestrian sculpture in the world. Those interested in the history of Irving can stop by the Irving Archives and Museum in the Jack D. Huffman Community Building. Renovations completed in February 2020 brought the museum up to 22,000 square feet. The mission of the space is to engage community members in the area’s history.
When you think of Los Colinas & entertainment Toyota Music Factory is the go to spot.
The Pavilion Music Factory in Las Colinas host convert and events of all variety year round.
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In between Dallas Fort Worth International and Dallas Love Field
Irving is right next to the Dallas-Forth Worth International Airport, just 8 miles from Dallas Love Field Airport. Many interstates run through Irving, including Texas State Highway 183, Texas State Highway 114, President George Bush Turnpike and Interstate 635. Downtown Dallas is an 11-mile drive from Irving, while Downtown Fort Worth is 26 miles away. As for public transportation, the Dallas Area Regional Transit bus system runs through Irving along North Belt Line Road. DART’s Rail Orange Line and Trinity Railway Express can also be accessed from Irving and offers routes to Dallas, Fort Worth and the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Irving’s hospital is Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Irving.
From the Irving Heritage District to the Water Street in Las Colinas
The Irving Heritage District is home to a variety of restaurants, including Italian, Cajun, Chinese and Thai food. This area, which sits in Irving’s downtown area, has spacious sidewalks, along with antique shops and other small businesses. Water Street in Las Colinas is another local hotspot for dining. Here, local favorites Hugo’s Invitados and Cork & Pig Tavern sit along Lake Carolyn. The Mandalay Canal, which was inspired by the canals in Venice and connects to Lake Corlyn, has waterfront restaurants like Flossie’s and Pacific Table along it. The canal also has shops, hotels, residential property and office space. Locals can enjoy a gondola ride along it as well. The Irving Mall is home to department stores Dillard’s and Macy’s and several smaller stores.
The Heritage District near downtown Irving features local shops and cultural culinary dining.
Water Street in Las Colinas sits along Lake Carolyn and features many popular dining spots.
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2023 violent crime rate lower than the Texas average
The Irving Police Department reported an average violent crime rate of 121.1 per 1,000 people in 2023, slightly higher than the U.S. average of 115.4 but lower than the Texas state average of 131.9. In 2023, there were 6,746 property crimes reported in Irving, slightly higher than in 2022.
On average, homes in Irving, TX sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Irving, TX over the last 12 months is $397,250, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Brenda Patton is an Associate Broker of the Patton Williams Team at Ebby Halliday Real Estate, the No.1 real estate firm in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, No.1 in Texas and No. 9 in the nation, as listed by REAL Trends, Inc. With over 70 years of success helping buyers and sellers throughout the Metroplex realize their dream of homeownership, the Ebby Home Team has become one of the largest and best-known residential real estate firms in the country.
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