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Park Cities Neighborhood Guide University Park, TX

About

Park Cities is a vibrant neighborhood in University Park, Texas, known for its upscale ambiance, tree-lined streets, and beautiful homes. The area is bordered by major roads, Mockingbird Lane, Preston Road and Northwest Highway, offering easy access to the rest of the city. SMU (Southern Methodist University) and the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum are prominent landmarks in this neighborhood. Park Cities is also known for its high-quality schools and close-knit community.

What You Will Love About park cities, university park, texas

  • The charming, upscale community vibe complements the beautiful homes and tree-lined streets.
  • Access to high-quality education with some of the best schools in Texas.
  • Proximity and easy access to Southern Methodist University and the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum.

What's Nearby

Park Cities is just a short drive away from downtown Dallas, offering a multitude of entertainment, dining, and shopping options. The nearby White Rock Lake and the Dallas Arboretum offer a natural retreat for residents.

The Rental Market

In Park Cities, the rental market is priced above average, reflecting its upscale reputation. A 1-bedroom apartment comes with an average rent of $1,032. The minimum average price sits at $925 while the maximum average price can go up to $1,795. The standard deviation of average price is $245.56, indicating a significant variation in pricing.

Rental Price Stability

The substantial standard deviation of $245.56 suggests that there is quite a bit of variability in rental prices in Park Cities. The range from the minimum average price to the maximum average price is substantial, indicating that the rental market has some fluctuations.

Lifestyle

Living in Park Cities offers a balanced lifestyle with its serene residential ambiance, combined with close proximity to the city's vibrant cultural, entertainment, and academic institutions. The neighborhood enjoys a strong sense of community, with numerous family-friendly events and activities throughout the year.

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Rental Trends in Park Cities

Studio1 Bed2 Beds
$1495$1495$1495$1495$1495$1495$1495$1750$1750$1850$1895$1895$1695
$2795$2695$2695$2595$2395$2295$2495$2495$2495$2450$2700$2950$3200
$4500$3850$3850$3850$4500$4500$4500$3850$3850$3850$3699$3745$3745
Last updated 9/19/2024
602 Properties Available for Rent

Explore the Neighborhood

There are 754 restaurants, 91 grocery stores, and 53 parks within a mile of the Park Cities neighborhood.

  • SHOPPING
    Hillcrest Village

    Retail, Shopping Mall

    •

    0.5 miles

    6423 Hillcrest Ave

  • GROCERY
    Popcorn Carousel

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Candy Store, Grocery Store

    •

    0.5 miles

    6827 Snider Plz

  • GROCERY
    Tom Thumb

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.6 miles

    7000 Snider Plz

  • SHOPPING
    Henry S Miller Interest

    Retail, Shopping Mall

    •

    0.8 miles

    47 Highland Park Vlg

  • RESTAURANTS
    Highland Park Village

    Retail, Shopping Mall, Dining and Drinking

    •

    0.8 miles

    47 Highland Park Vlg

  • GROCERY
    Molto Formaggio

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Cheese Store, Grocery Store / Supermarket

    •

    0.9 miles

    68 Highland Park Vlg

Park Cities Apartments and Rentals

602 Rental properties in Park Cities, University Park, TX.

  • Bell Knox District property

    $1,580+

    Bell Knox District

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    579–1309 Sqft

    8 Units Available

  • Camden Greenville property

    $1,419+

    Camden Greenville

    1–2 Beds • 1–2.5 Baths

    543–1815 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • 5 Mockingbird property

    Contact for Price

    5 Mockingbird

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    433–1562 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • The Lofts At Mockingbird Station property

    $1,866+

    The Lofts At Mockingbird Station

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    612–2649 Sqft

    3 Units Available

  • Armstrong at Knox property

    $2,629+

    Armstrong at Knox

    1–2 Beds • 1–2.5 Baths

    750–1565 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Fairfax Apartments property

    $1,180+

    Fairfax Apartments

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    561–1457 Sqft

    7 Units Available

602 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
15.1%
1.1%
utilities
8.6%
11.5%
food
2.3%
0.8%
transportation
3.2%
9.8%
healthcare
8.7%
6%

Park Cities Demographics

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Park Cities Reviews

people smiling

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 7 of 7 renters

  • Good Place To Raise A Family

    Yes

    Say 7 of 7 renters

  • Busy Streets

    No

    Say 6 of 7 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 6 of 7 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 6 of 7 renters

  • Pet Friendly

    Yes

    Say 5 of 7 renters

602 Properties Available for Rent

Park Cities Transportation

walk bike and transit

Somewhat Walkable

65/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Bikeable

62/100
Bike Score®

Some Transit

36/100
3 train stops

Threejays Carriages

Train Stop

Highland Park

Mockingbird Dart Station Dallas

Train Stop

5465 E Mockingbird Ln

Lovers Lane Station

Train Stop

5603 Milton St

Source: foursquare.com

Park Cities Schools

602 Properties Available for Rent

Neighborhoods Around Park Cities

NeighborhoodStudioAvg RentAnnual Change
UptownNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$2,072
51%
Knox HendersonNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$2,258
40%
Central DallasNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,867
16%
Lower GreenvilleNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,135--
East DallasNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,491
8%
Oak LawnNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,374
29%
Victory ParkNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$2,165--
Northeast DallasNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$952
15%
Turtle CreekNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,422--
Deep EllumNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,569--
Medical DistrictNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,350--
Old East DallasNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,197
24%
Downtown DallasNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,783
34%
Design DistrictNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$2,096--
M StreetsNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas----
Preston HollowNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,345--
VickeryNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$860
60%
LakewoodNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,350--
BluffviewNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas----
Main Street DistrictNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,622
22%
North DallasNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,409
45%
Northwest DallasNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,170
20%
North OaklawnNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$1,000--
Lovers LaneNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$985--
Bryan PlaceNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas----
Thanksgiving Commercial CenterNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas$4,119--
Dallas Arts DistrictNeighborhood in Dallas, Texas----