Smaller and more affordable. That’s what many homebuyers want in a starter home, which can be a challenge to find in and around major metropolitan areas. Here are some top neighborhoods in Dallas where you’ll find starter homes.

  • Oak Cliff. South of downtown Dallas, Oak Cliff has several historic neighborhoods with mid-20th century homes close to the vibrant Bishop Arts District and the green getaways of Fivemile Creek and Oak Cliff Nature Preserve.
  • Singing Hills. True to its name, homes here lie along rolling hills. The long-established neighborhood is less than ten miles from downtown Dallas and has a mix of new construction and mid-century ranch-style homes.
  • Highland Hills. South of downtown Dallas along the Five Mile Creek watershed, Highland Hills has smaller, more affordable single-family homes and townhomes in a suburban setting.
  • University Hills. This planned community near the University of Dallas has green spaces and a family-friendly feel. Many homes here date to the 1960s and 1970s, though new construction continues.
  • Wynnewood Hills. Condos, townhomes, and large detached homes coexist along tree-lined streets in this quiet suburban area near South Oak Cliff.
  • Beckley Club Estates. Bungalow-style homes lie along winding streets in this charming neighborhood with mature trees and rolling hills. Beckley Club Estates is just south of the Dallas Zoo and close to downtown Dallas.
  • Casa View Hills. From modern houses to mid-century ranches and cozy bungalows, diverse homes abound in this tree-lined neighborhood.
  • Lochwood. Developed in the 1950s and 1960s, Lochwood has a mix of one-story cottages, ranch-style, and mid-century modern homes amid mature trees, with walking trails that wind through wooded areas.
  • Lake Highlands. A family-friendly spot with top-rated schools, Lake Highlands has single-family homes of varying sizes, which are less than 15 miles from downtown Dallas.
  • Elmwood. About six miles from downtown Dallas, Elmwood offers vintage charm with early 20th-century architecture, including Tudor cottages, Craftsman bungalows, and more modern ranch-style homes.
  • Highland Meadows. Affordable mid-sized homes dating to the early 2000s abound in this quiet suburb ten miles from downtown Dallas.
  • Turtle Creek. Condos with views of the Dallas skyline are some of the most affordable options in this upscale area that’s home to historic architecture and well-maintained green spaces.

If you’re looking for a starter home, we can help you find one in the neighborhood that best fits your lifestyle. Contact a member of the Decker Group at (972) 591-3097 or connect with us online.