"Two old boots, dusty, worn, and stained / By the oilfields and the ranches and the blood that fell like rain / Heroes hearts that fought to change our name / From Tejas to Texas where the Lone Star proudly waves." -- From "Red and the Rio Grande," by Doug Supernaws
University Park is one of Dallas' suburbs - arguably one of the city's best. Awarded "Best Suburb" 3 times by D Magazine, University Park is an upscale residential town with great opportunities for shopping, dining and entertainment. University Park was founded as a residential area for students and faculty of local university Southern Methodist University. However, today, University Park is a sought-after place to live with convenient access to big city Dallas, but also quiet, quaint, country living within its borders.
If you're considering looking for a rental apt in University Park, you better set aside some time for your search
"Two old boots, dusty, worn, and stained / By the oilfields and the ranches and the blood that fell like rain / Heroes hearts that fought to change our name / From Tejas to Texas where the Lone Star proudly waves." -- From "Red and the Rio Grande," by Doug Supernaws
University Park is one of Dallas' suburbs - arguably one of the city's best. Awarded "Best Suburb" 3 times by D Magazine, University Park is an upscale residential town with great opportunities for shopping, dining and entertainment. University Park was founded as a residential area for students and faculty of local university Southern Methodist University. However, today, University Park is a sought-after place to live with convenient access to big city Dallas, but also quiet, quaint, country living within its borders.
Moving to University Park
If you're considering looking for a rental apt in University Park, you better set aside some time for your search. University Park is a popular place to live, and because the university is bringing people in and out all the time, it can be hard to find just the right dream home for you.
Before you begin your housing search, make sure you gather all your leasing documents. You'll want copies of your ID, bank statements, tax returns, proof of income or employment, letters of reference from landlords, and more. Make sure you check with each individual landlord so you have all the required materials. Also, if you're planning to apply for an apartment, make sure you're financially prepared to make a deposit!
Know Your Neighborhoods
Before you move anywhere, though, it pays to do research about the area. You want to make sure you end up renting an apartment in the best neighborhood for you! Check out more info about neighborhoods in University Park below.
City Center: Actually the southwestern corner of town, the city center of University Park is best known for being the city's residential center. Expect to find all things upscale, including apartments with paid utilities and furnished apartments. If you want to live in a bustling area with both shopping and housing, this is the place for you.
SMU: This eastern part of town is around the campus of Southern Methodist University. You'll like it best here if you don't mind noise and activity 24/7 - it is a college town, after all! Look here for affordable housing, because this is where you'll find the cheapest spots.
Northern University Park: Northern University Park is extremely upscale. This place is mostly homes with yards and lots of quiet, residential property. It's definitely not the best place to look for affordable rentals.
Living in University Park
If you live in University Park, chances are you are doing one of two things: commuting into Dallas proper for work and play, or you are involved in some way with the university. If you work or study at SMU, getting around is easy here - you don't even really need a car, though most people have them! Getting into town is quick and easy, too, with great access to major thoroughfares.
If you decide to spend time in town, though, there'll be plenty to do. Are you the outdoorsy type? Enjoy one of the many parks in the neighborhood - including Burleson Park, Caruth Park, Coffee Park, Curtis Park, Elena's Children's Park, Germany Park, Goar Park, Linear Park, Smith Park and Williams Park. You'll have access to tons of sports facility -- like the Holmes Aquatic Center at Curtis Park and tennis courts at most of the parks.
If you like quiet, but upscale suburban living in Texas, with access to world-class shopping and restaurants, but also beautiful outdoors, University Park is definitely a good town for you.
