Arlington Real Estate | Homes For Sale in Arlington
Looking for a big-city feel without the big city? Try Arlington, Texas. It's conveniently located between Dallas and Fort Worth but isn't quite the size of either. Arlington is still small enough to maintain some suburban neighborhoods while also being big enough to have an exciting industry and night life. Real estate opportunities are plentiful here so check out this site for more info. It's owned and operated by Arlington, TX real estate agents so it contains everything you need to know about the real estate market in Arlington and nothing you don't need to know about Toronto waterfront condos. So click around and see if Arlington, TX is right for you.
Arlington, TX: Home of the Texas Rangers
Arlington, Texas is located in Tarrant County 12 miles east of Fort Worth and 20 miles west of Dallas. It was first settled by Westerners in 1841 after a battle with the nearby Native Americans of the Village Creek settlement. It takes its name from Arlington House, the home of famous Confederate General Robert E. Lee, which is actually located in Virginia. With the help of the railroads it became a major center for cotton and farming in its early days. Today the economy of Arlington, Texas relies on a mixture of manufacturing, high tech, and agriculture much like many other cities in the United States.
There is plenty to do for entertainment in Arlington, Texas. Arlington is home to the Texas Rangers major league baseball team and the future home of the Dallas Cowboys new stadium. Until the stadium is complete, football fans can get their kicks the traditional Texas way: by watching high school football. Arlington High School is a former state champion. The original Six Flags theme park is also located in Arlington for those who love amusement parks. Six Flags Over Texas has over 212 acres of roller coasters, theaters, restaurants, gift shops and other attractions and now includes a brand-new waterpark complex called Hurricane Harbor.
Other things to do in Arlington, TX include shopping at the Parks Mall, theater classes and productions at the Theater Arlington community theater, and attending Professional Championship Wrestling matches once a month on Fridays. Arlington also has a planetarium, wax museum, art museum, country music review, and several golf courses. Residents of Arlington also have the option of traveling to nearby Dallas or Fort Worth for their entertainment, although potential new residents should know that Arlington currently doesn't have a public transit system which would make commuting possible without a car.
Neighborhoods and Home Styles in Arlington, Texas
Arlington occupies a unique niche as far as its status as a city goes. With a population of 371,000 it is large enough to be a full-fledged city in its own right. However, sandwiched as it is between the much larger metropolitan areas of Dallas (population 1.2 million) and Fort Worth (702,000) it seems small and cozy by comparison. While not a bedroom community, its proximity to the two bigger cities does give those working there the option of finding cheaper housing outside the city limits. Generally speaking a home in Arlington will cost an average of $147,000 and an apartment will run around $750 per month.
There are a range of different types of neighborhood in Arlington, TX. Some are pre-planned suburban developments complete with trees and lawns that would be perfect for growing families. Others are more urban in nature, with high rise apartment buildings and closely-packed architecture that appeal to the single city-dweller. Still others are in the early stages of urban renewal and are slated to be transformed from run-down havens for the homeless to sparkling new structures, which is perfect for anyone looking to invest in the future. There are so many neighborhoods in Arlington that there is bound to be a neighborhood for everyone. Click on over to our community page to find out which one yours will be.
Contact an Arlington, Texas Real Estate Agent
The real estate market, not just in Arlington, TX, but anywhere, can be daunting to tackle on your own. There are a lot of things to remember about inspections, listings, negotiating and closing deals. Most people simply don't have the time or training to handle it all, but our real estate agents do. They're specially trained, knowledgeable and helpful. Contact one of them today if you're interested in moving or investing. There's no substitute for a good realtor.