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Southlake

Southlake is consistently ranked as one of the best suburbs in all of Texas. It’s well-known for a superb school district, close-knit community, and great shopping at Southlake Town Square.

Average Home Price

$1,441,000

Population Size

30,630

Time to Downtown Dallas

30 Minutes

Southlake is a wealthy suburb located in North Tarrant County which consistently receives national recognition as one of the best places to raise a family in the United States.

Most people know of the area because of its nationally recognized school district, Carroll ISD. In 2020, the district was named the 10th best in the nation. Needless to say, people from all over country have flocked to this highly desirable community over the past 20 years to take advantage of great educational opportunities mixed with excellent amenities that few other suburbs can match.

What makes Southlake truly unique is the Southlake Town Square, which serves as a large and well-equipped downtown area full of shops, restaurants and parks. Residents enjoy close access to some of their favorite brands like Anthropologie, Madewell, Coach, Tesla, Apple, Pottery Barn, Lululemon, Travis Matthew, Williams Sonoma, and much more.

Annual events in Southlake include Art in the Square, a July 4th fireworks celebration, Oktoberfest and Home for the Holidays. At these events, it’s not uncommon to run into multiple people that you know from other aspects of the community. Southlake is the perfect mixture of big city convenience with a small town atmosphere, something that’s hard to describe, but experienced by everyone who lives here.

A Vibrant Community, Bustling with Opportunity

North Tarrant County is one of the most sought after pockets of Dallas-Fort Worth, featuring all of the conveniences of city-living, but in a small community atmosphere. Some of the best school districts in the country are located in the area, attracting locals and those from out-of-state who are seeking stellar education and protected property values. Shopping, outdoor recreation, and easy access to both downtown Dallas and Fort Worth are some of the other benefits residents enjoy.

Want to learn more about this incredible part of DFW? Take a look at Susan’s Favorite Places, or explore certain communities by visiting the neighborhood pages linked below.