Uptown Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Trendy urban neighborhood with walkable streets, upscale dining, vibrant nightlife, and young professional population near downtown.
Dallas, TXAvg Rent: $2,400/moWalk Score: 82
Walkability
82
Walk Score
Transit
58
Transit Score
Commute
5-10 min
To Downtown
Safety
Good
Rating
Uptown Rent Prices
Studio
$1,400
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,800
per month
2 Bedrooms
$2,600
per month
3 Bedrooms
$3,800
per month
Rent Trend: Stable premium
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Urban, trendy, nightlife-focused
Demographics
Young professionals, singles, urban dwellers
Best For
Young professionalsNightlife seekersUrban lifestyleWalkability
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Upscale, diverse, trendy restaurants
Nightlife
Very active - clubs, bars, rooftop lounges
Schools
Limited, not family-focused
Pros & Cons of Living in Uptown
Pros
- Most walkable Dallas
- Great nightlife
- Close to downtown
- Trendy vibe
Cons
- Expensive
- Noisy
- Limited parking
- Party atmosphere
Parks & Recreation
- Griggs Park
- Cole Park
- Katy Trail
Public Transit
- McKinney Avenue Trolley
- DART bus lines
Popular Streets
- McKinney Avenue
- Cedar Springs Road
- West Village
Key Amenities
- Katy Trail
- West Village shops
- McKinney Avenue trolley
- Upscale dining
Compare with Other Dallas Neighborhoods
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2BR Rent:$2,200
Walk Score:78
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Oak Lawn
2BR Rent:$2,000
Walk Score:75
Diverse, LGBTQ+ friendly, urban
Highland Park
2BR Rent:$3,000
Walk Score:55
Wealthy, prestigious, family-oriented
Plano
2BR Rent:$1,800
Walk Score:42
Suburban, diverse, family-oriented
Frisco
2BR Rent:$1,900
Walk Score:35
New development, family-focused, growing
Helpful Resources for Renters
Moving to Uptown? These resources can help you prepare, understand your rights, and find financial assistance if needed.