Dallas city and rental quick facts

City quick factsRenter quick facts
Population1,188,204Pct. renter occupied56.78%
Males to females1.0092:1Avg. household size2.42
Avg. household income$37,628Families with kids under 1834.26%
Income above poverty55.26%Avg. age of rental structure34 yrs

Cities near Dallas

CityDistanceCityDistance
Irving14.53 MilesDesoto17.96 Miles
Hutchins15.36 MilesGarland18.33 Miles
Farmers Branch15.49 MilesLancaster18.34 Miles
Balch Springs15.89 MilesSunnyvale19.26 Miles
Duncanville15.92 MilesRichardson19.74 Miles
Mesquite16.18 MilesWilmer19.91 Miles
Grand Prairie16.44 MilesBay Shore19.91 Miles
Addison17.59 MilesCarrollton20.33 Miles
Approximate driving distance from Dallas.

Your guide to finding apartments in Dallas, Texas

Whether you are intrigued by its cultural attractions or your career has led you there, there are many reasons to move into a Dallas apartment rental. And, if you're looking to relocate, this is your guide to apartments and homes for rent in Dallas.

What to see and do in Dallas, Texas

Renting an apartment in Dallas means you'll have a lot to keep you busy. Dallas has a number of professional sports teams for you to follow, including the MLB team, the Texas Rangers, the NFL team, the Dallas Cowboys and the NHL team, the Dallas Stars. There is also an Arts District in the Downtown Dallas area that offers a number of Dallas apartments for rent, museums and theaters to please the art, drama, and music lovers. Other Dallas attractions are the beautiful parks and recreation areas you can find throughout the city.

Finding employment in Dallas

As the Dallas economy is thriving, it would be no surprise that your career would prompt your search for an apartment rental in Dallas. The economy revolves around the financial, telecommunications, technology, energy, and transportation industries, providing opportunities for all types of people searching for that perfect Dallas apartment for rent.

Neighborhoods in Dallas, TX

Accordingly, there is a neighborhood for everyone in Dallas. Dallas neighborhoods can be diverse, urban, family friendly, or any combination of those qualities, depending on where you go. Renting an apartment in Dallas in the Downtown district will put you close to the farmer's market, convention center, and a myriad of shops, clubs, and restaurants. North of Downtown, there are several fun and lively neighborhoods full of shops and restaurants, including West Village, Uptown, LoMac, Victory Park, Oak Lawn, and Cityplace. For a trendy, artsy atmosphere, try a Dallas apartment rental in East Dallas, where you'll still be close to Downtown, but surrounded by historic architecture. Search for apartments for rent in Lakewood, Bryan Place, or Vickery Place if that sounds like a place for you. South Dallas offers apartments with lower rents, though you'll still be able to find some liveliness, in neighborhoods like Oak Cliff.

Dallas zip codes

  • 75201
  • 75202
  • 75203
  • 75204
  • 75205
  • 75206
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  • 75210
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Neighborhoods in Dallas

  • Arts District
  • Bluffview
  • Cedar Crest
  • City Center District
  • Cockrell Hill
  • Convention Center District
  • Eagle Ford
  • Far North
  • Farmers Market District
  • Five Mile Creek
  • Government District
  • Highland Park
  • Lake Caroline
  • Lake Highlands
  • Love Field Area
  • m Streets
  • Main Street District
  • Near East
  • North Dallas
  • Northeast Dallas
  • Northwest Dallas
  • Oak Cliff
  • Oak Lawn
  • Preston Hollow
  • Reunion District
  • South Boulevard-Park Row
  • South Dallas
  • Southeast Dallas
  • Southwest Dallas
  • University Park
  • Urbandale-Parkdale
  • West End Historic District
  • Winnetka Heights
  • Wolf Creek
Neighborhood data provided by zillow.com

Dallas rental rates

BedroomsAvg. rentMin.Max.
Studio$720$324$3,575
1 Bdrm$810$330$2,898
2 Bdrm$1,115$507$5,072
3 Bdrm$1,748$714$8,807
4 Bdrm$2,150$967$3,383

Dallas crime rates

Dallas crime rates are about 79% greater than the U.S. national crime average.

Violent crimes1,069 / 100K
National average558 / 100K
Property crimes6,776 / 100K
National average3,814 / 100K
City crime index7,845 / 100K
National crime index4,372 / 100K

Dallas demographics

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Languages spoken in Dallas

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Marital status comparison

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Dallas transportation

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