Best Neighborhoods in Dallas-Fort Worth

At VeryApt we've created guides to help give you a sense of the different neighborhoods that Dallas-Fort Worth has to offer. Each of our guides is the product of our own research and renter reviews from our platform. If you're overwhelmed with choices, a good place to start is our apartment finder!

Containing both big-city excitement and quiet, suburban living, the Dallas-Fort Worth area offers a mix of Texas pride and cosmopolitan ways. Residents of the city love the trendy bars and numerous retail shops, while families in the suburbs enjoy the small-town feel while still being close to downtown. Whether it’s bonding over the local sports teams or just waving hello to a passing stranger, there’s always a friendly atmosphere in DFW.

Where to Live in Dallas-Fort Worth

Downtown Dallas

Sophisticated City Life

North Dallas

Upscale, Tight-Knit Community

Arlington	Home Turf of the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers
Bluffview	Desirable Area for Dallas Professionals and Suburban Relaxation
Cedar Crest	Historic Neighborhood Outside Downtown Dallas
Crowley	Charming Rural Community Just Outside Fort Worth, TX
Euless	Diverse Suburb in the Center of Urban Excitement
Far North Dallas	Suburban Life with a City Vibe
Fort Worth	Urban Hotspot Rich in Texas History and Heritage
Irving	Brimming With Entertainment
Kessler	One of the Best Neighborhoods to Live in Dallas
M Streets	Slice of Small Town
Northeast Dallas	Pleasant Living
Northwest Dallas	Close-Knit and Close to Transportation Hubs
Oak Lawn	A Lively Neighborhood
Old East Dallas	History Abounds
Plano	One of the Best Cities to Live in America
Preston Hollow	High-End Living
South Dallas	Great Community with Plenty To Do
Southeast Dallas	Community Where Nature Abounds
Southwest Dallas	The Great Outdoors
University Park	Close to Campus
Vickery Meadow	Close to City Life
West Dallas	Up-and-Coming Artistic Community
Wolf Creek	Plenty of Parks and Shopping Options