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Overview of Roanoke
The city of Roanoke is located in northeast Texas, approximately seven miles west of Flower Mound and 19 miles north of Arlington. It is situated in Denton County and considered part of the Fort Worth-Dallas metropolitan area. Roanoke apartments for rent are excellent options for joining the growing population of more than 6,100 people living across 5.32 square miles of land.
Residents enjoy easy access to numerous regional roads, including Route 114, which leads southeast toward Dallas. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport in less than 16 miles away, providing convenient air travel options.
Living in Roanoke, TX
Roanoke's history dates back to 1847, when a group of roughly 20 families settled near Denton Creek. The city is committed to preserving its unique history and culture, and historic downtown Roanoke is an area of town where residents and visitors can go to reminisce about times gone by. The downtown area is not just a spot to observe the city's historic past, but also a popular area for shopping and restaurants.
According to the city's website, Roanoke prides itself on offering residents a unique quality of life with friendly, small town charm and all the amenities of a thriving big city. City-Data information revealed that the cost of living in Roanoke was assigned a value of 94.3 points as of March 2012, which is 5.7 percent less than the national average of 100 points.
Roanoke Attractions and Special Events
Visitors and residents living in Roanoke apartments have many area attractions to enjoy and special events in which to participate. According to the city's website, Roanoke was named as the Unique Dining Capital of Texas and features more than 40 dining options. The city also provides residents with a wealth of outdoor recreation options, including a community swimming pool and Hawaiian Falls Waterpark.
Roanoke features numerous community events throughout the year, including a downtown festival, Celebrate Roanoke, a Christmas parade and a week-long celebration known as Unique Week.
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