Lake Dallas
Realust Score
77
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+0.0%
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+29.9%
5-year
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Snapshot
Lake Dallas offers affordable lakeside living with easy commute routes and a mix of older and newer homes, but buyers must weigh flood risk, neighborhood variability, and potential higher insurance/maintenance for waterfront lots.
Lake Dallas delivers genuine lake access and recreational lifestyle on Lewisville Lake with a range of housing from modest cottages to renovated ranches and some newer infill—making it attractive for buyers seeking value and proximity to I-35E/SH-114 for commutes to Denton or the Metroplex. However, micro-location matters: block to block quality varies, waterfront and low elevation parcels can sit in FEMA flood zones triggering higher insurance, permitting limits and shoreline easement issues, and some infrastructure/utility systems in older pockets may be dated.
Best For:
Lake Lovers
Outdoor & Recreation Lovers
Denton/DFW Commuters
27,954
Population
$349,500
Median Home Price
$89,215
Median Income
5.5/10
School Rating
✓ Pros
- Easy lake access supports boating, fishing, picnicking, and scenic trails.
- Home prices and living costs can be lower than nearby Highland Village or Flower Mound while still offering lake access.
- Home prices and living costs can be lower than nearby Highland Village or Flower Mound while still offering lake access.
✗ Cons
- While the town has restaurants and local shops, broader retail and entertainment options are found in neighboring cities.
- Growth and lake traffic can impact roads like I-35E and the lake bridges during peak times.
- Some residents online discuss local municipal challenges, though this varies by individual experience.
Best for First-Time Buyers
77
Realust Score
B – Good
70
💰 Prosperity
80
🎓 Schools
82
🛡️ Safety
81
🌳 Lifestyle
81
🏷️ Affordability
81
📊 Market
75
🚗 Commute
65
📈 Growth
Demographics
Population
27,954
Total Population
3,197.0
People per sq mile
-0.9%
5-Year Growth
Mobility & Migration
63.1%
Moved Last Year
36.9%
Same Home 1+ Year
54.7%
From Out of State
3.4%
From Different County
🚚 High-growth area with many new residents moving in.
Age Distribution
25.3%
Under 18
16.8%
25-34
11.7%
35-44
12.9%
65+
Median Age: 33.6 years
Households
4.1
Avg Household Size
90.8%
Family Households
71.3%
Homeownership Rate
92.9%
👶 With Kids
79.9%
💑 Married
13.1%
👤 Single Parent
9.2%
🏠 Living Alone
Education Level
92.4%
High School+
31.8%
Bachelor's+
9.9%
Graduate Degree
Connectivity & Remote Work
98.0%
📶 Broadband Access
99.3%
💻 Have Computer
12.5%
🏠 Work From Home
Racial & Ethnic Composition
White
76.8%
Hispanic/Latino
28.8%
Two or More
9.6%
Black
6.9%
Other
4.0%
Asian
2.5%
South Asian
0.2%
Foreign Born: 8.2%
Momentum
57
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Real Estate
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💡 Market Insights
⏱️
Balanced Market
Homes take about 45 days to sell — typical for the area.
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Typical Negotiations
Homes selling at 97.8% of asking — expect 3-5% negotiation room.
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Healthy Buyer Activity
23% of homes are under contract.
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Steady Growth
Home values increased 30% over 5 years.
Home Prices
$261
Per Sq Ft
$225,000
Starter Home
$349,500
Median Price
$577,500
Premium Home
Market Trends ⚠️
🏠 Home Prices
Limited Data
↑ +1.8%
1-Year Change
+29.9%
5-Year Change
Market Health
41
Active Listings
45
Median Days on Market
22.6%
Under Contract
22.2%
Price Reduced
97.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
⚡ Active market with healthy demand.
Market Insights
$83/mo
🏠 Cheaper to Buy
3.4 mo
📦 Balanced
6.4%
📈 Rental Yield
3.9x
🏷️ Income to Buy
+16%
📍 vs Region Avg
🏠 Remote Work Fit
76
Excellent for remote workers
👨👩👧👦 Family Fit
57
Good for families
💼 Investment
97
Strong potential
Typical Home
1,836
Sq Ft
3.6
🛏️ Beds
2.3
🚿 Baths
27,343
🌳 Lot Sq Ft
2000
📅 Year Built
1.8-car
🚗 Garage
Property Mix
69.4%
🏠 Single Family
0%
🏘️ Townhome
2.8%
🏢 Condo
Common Features
8.3%
🏊 Pool
66.7%
🚗 Garage
50%
🏠 Single Story
36.1%
🔥 Fireplace
58.3%
❄️ Central Air
11.1%
🌊 Waterfront
Costs & Ownership
$1,767
Est. Monthly Payment
$1,850
Median Rent
$113/mo
Avg HOA Fee
22.2%
Have HOA
Investment Indicators
0.3%
🏢 Rental Vacancy
Low (Good)
0/10
📊 Low Risk
5.6%
🏗️ New Construction
$98,297
💰 Per Bedroom
Lifestyle
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Sparse Suburban
Lifestyle Scores
6.7
👨👩👧 Family Friendly
4.7
🏃 Outdoor Activities
5.3
🌙 Nightlife
5.3
💪 Health & Fitness
8
🌍 Diversity
6.7
☀️ Weather
Nearby Amenities (within 5 miles)
🍽️
60+
Restaurants
🌳
60+
Parks
💪
43
Gyms
🛒
7
Grocery
☕
42
Coffee
🍺
32
Bars
🎬
1
Theaters
👶
60+
Daycares
🏥
6
Hospitals
💊
20
Pharmacies
🦷
60+
Dentists
📚
2
Libraries
🐕
60+
Dog Parks
Getting Around
70
🚶 Walk Score
58
🚴 Bike Score
N/A
🚌 Transit Score
Seasonal Temperatures
❄️ January
56°
39° low
🌸 April
74°
55° low
☀️ July
94°
77° low
🍂 October
77°
58° low
Annual Conditions
☀️
218
Sunny Days/Year
🌧️
147
Rainy Days/Year
💧
53.3"
Annual Rainfall
🌡️ North Texas enjoys a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters.
Crime & Safety
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Safety Overview
B
Safety Grade
1
Violent Crime Rate
per 1,000 residents
5.76
Property Crime Rate
per 1,000 residents
Violent Crime
75.17
Assault
12.53
Robbery
12.53
Murder
0
Rape
Rates per 100,000 residents
Property Crime
150.34
Burglary
363.32
Theft
62.64
Vehicle Theft
Rates per 100,000 residents
Job Market
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Income
$89,215
Median Household
$97,966
Average Household
$42,143
Per Capita
Employment
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
+0.3%
Job Growth (1 yr)
10.1%
Poverty Rate
Income Distribution
$150k+
24.6%
$100k-$150k
20.5%
$75k-$100k
14.9%
$50k-$75k
14.6%
$25k-$50k
16.1%
Under $25k
9.2%
Education
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School District
Lake Dallas Independent School District ISD
Primary District
B+
District Grade
Top 41%
State Ranking
Schools
3
Elementary
1
Middle
1
High School
🏆 Top-Rated Schools
🎒 Elementary Schools
LAKE DALLAS EL
C
(79)
SHADY SHORES EL
C
(79)
📚 Middle Schools
LAKE DALLAS MIDDLE
C
(76)
CORINTH EL
C
(75)
🎓 High Schools
LAKE DALLAS H S
B
(84)
Source: Texas Education Agency 2024-25 Accountability Ratings
Academic Info
13.9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
📈 Graduation Rates (Class of 2024)
99.7%
🎓 Graduation Rate
A
0.0%
📉 Dropout Rate
🎯 College Readiness (Class of 2023)
51%
📝 Took SAT/ACT
23.1%
🎯 College Ready
C
34.0%
📚 TSI Ready
College Ready: 1180+ SAT or 24+ ACT | TSI Ready: Met Texas college-ready criteria
Transportation
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Mobility Scores
70
Walk Score
58
Bike Score
N/A
Transit Score
Commute
28
Avg Minutes
82.1%
Drive Alone
5.0%
Carpool
12.5%
Work from Home
Distance To
30.2 mi
Downtown Dallas
18.1 mi
DFW Airport
26.7 mi
Love Field
⚡ EV Charging
14
Public Stations
22
DC Fast Ports
18
Level 2 Ports
Networks:
ChargePoint Network
Blink Network
eVgo Network
Cost of Living
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Cost Index (100 = National Average)
100
Overall
113
Housing
97
Utilities
100
Groceries
102
Transportation
100
Healthcare
Monthly Utilities
⚡ Electric
$142
💧 Water
$52
🔥 Gas
$44
📶 Internet
$72
Everyday Costs
$823
Monthly Groceries (Family of 4)
$3
Gas Price (per gallon)
Taxes
8.3%
Sales Tax Rate
2.2%
Property Tax Rate
