Spotlight on University Park

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Whether you’re a lifelong resident or new to the area, there’s always something new to discover about your neighborhood. With that in mind, we created a Fast Facts sheet for cities and neighborhoods all over the DFW area. Our DFW Area fast facts have detailed real estate insights, things to do, places to shop and some of our favorite restaurants in each area.

University Park, located within the Dallas metropolitan area, is a prestigious residential community known for its proximity to Southern Methodist University (SMU). The neighborhood’s tree-lined streets, well-maintained homes, and beautiful parks create an inviting atmosphere. With a mix of upscale shopping, dining options, and cultural attractions, University Park offers residents and visitors a sophisticated yet welcoming environment that blends academic influence with the vibrancy of urban living.

POPULATION

25K

AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME

$338K

MEDIAN AGE

35

HOUSING

83% OWN
17% RENT

AVERAGE SALES PRICE

$2.4M

AREA ACTIVITIES & FEATURES

• DALLAS ARBORETUM & BOTANICAL GARDENS
• GEORGE W. BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY & MUSEUM
• FRONTIERS OF FLIGHT MUSEUM
• CIDERCADE | ARCADE BAR
• MEDIEVAL TIMES | INTERACTIVE SHOW
• KLYDE WARREN PARK
• PEROT MUSEUM OF NATURE & SCIENCE
• KATY TRAILS
• REUNION TOWER
• DALLAS MARKET CENTER | SHOPPING CENTER
• NASHER SCULPTURE CENTER

FAVORITE LOCAL DINING & DRINK SPOTS

• DL MACK’S • BUBBA’S COOKS COUNTRY • BANDITO’S
TEX MEX CANTINA • HALF SHELLS OYSTER BAR & GRILL •
BIRD BAKERY • FACHINI • CISCO GRILL • OLIVELLA’S
PIZZA & WINE • HONOR BAR • YO LOBSTER •
• MUCHACHO • HILLSTONE • LUCKY’S HOT CHICKEN •
• IL BRACCO • R&D KITCHEN • JIA MODERN CHINESE •
• SEVY’S GRILL • RISE NO 1 • JOSE ON LOVERS • ASIAN
MINT • ADELMO’S RISTORANTE • DRAKE’S HOLLYWOOD •

FAVORITE LOCAL SHOPPING

• YLANG23 • TOOTSIES • LUCKY DOG BARKERY •
• NARDOS DESIGN • SOFIE GREY BOUTIQUE •
• BACHENDORF’S • CLOTHES CIRCUIT • SWOOZIE’S •
SOCIETY • COS BAR • DEAR HANNAH • BABYBLISS •

AVERAGE DRIVE TIMES

25K