Guide to Dallas: Popular Neighborhoods

By now you know that Dallas has a lot to offer by way of arts, culture, entertainment, and food, but what about finding home sweet home? Students looking for choices in college living will not be disappointed with what the Dallas metro area has to offer.

Find Affordable Housing in Dallas

Students interested in moving to Dallas will find that the city and surrounding metropolitan area offers an incredibly affordable cost of living. In fact, a recent survey found that Dallas' housing was more undervalued than any other major metropolitan market.

The West End

Those looking for a historically rich setting might consider the lively West End district. The West End provides shopping, nightlife, and museums in addition to its timeless appeal.

The Art District

Students who prefer a more urban setting might look at Dallas' Arts District near the heart of the city. The Dallas Arts District is dedicated to providing a culturally rich quality of life and covers more than 68 acres of downtown. It's an area planned to showcase the arts, and when it is completed in 2009 it will be home to more buildings designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects than any other place in the world.

Deep Ellum

Deep Ellum is another arts and entertainment neighborhood rich in history. Popular for its nightlife, Deep Ellum was known as a center for jazz and blues music in the early 1900's, and is now considered one of the hippest neighborhoods in the Dallas metro area.

Dallas' neighborhoods offer residents many choices of lifestyles and settings. From the peaceful suburban neighborhoods on the outskirts of the city, to its many arts and entertainment hubs, there's a welcoming spot in Dallas for just about anyone.

Sources:
DallasWestEnd.org ArtsDistrict.org DeepEllumTX.com