Highland Park
Realust Score
93
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1-year
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5-year
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Growing
• 70% velocity
Snapshot
Highland Park offers absolute pinnacle prestige and generational wealth concentration as Dallas's most exclusive enclave, attracting established affluent families, high-net-worth professionals, and legacy residents seeking unmatched schools, meticulously maintained estates, and the social cachet of Texas's most famous zip codes. This legendary town of approximately 9,000 residents sits completely surrounded by Dallas just north of downtown, featuring tree-lined boulevards with Spanish Colonial and Georgian mansions, immaculate landscaping enforced by strict codes, and the kind of old-money atmosphere where multi-million dollar properties are standard and true luxury begins well above that baseline. The housing market commands premium pricing reflecting Highland Park ISD's reputation as Texas's top-performing public school district, with families paying substantial premiums simply for the address and educational access, while the community maintains exclusivity through high property values, architectural review processes, and unspoken social networks built through country clubs, private schools, and multi-generational connections.
Shopping and dining center on Highland Park Village, the nation's first self-contained shopping center featuring Hermès, Dior, and upscale restaurants in Spanish Renaissance architecture, while proximity to SMU, Uptown, and downtown provides cultural access and employment convenience. The town maintains its own police, fire, and municipal services ensuring rapid response times and pristine infrastructure, while parks and facilities cater to residents expecting perfection in every detail. It's perfect for executives and entrepreneurs requiring top-tier schools and prestigious addresses for business credibility, wealthy families prioritizing educational excellence and social positioning for children, and established professionals seeking the security and status of Dallas's most protected enclave.
Best For:
Affluent Families
Luxury Lifestyle Seekers
Prestige-Location Buyers
8,840
Population
$5,295,000
Median Home Price
$249,923
Median Income
6.2/10
School Rating
✓ Pros
- Exceptional schools – Major draw for families seeking top education
- Safe, well-maintained neighborhoods – Low crime and meticulously landscaped streets
- Walkability & community feel – Parks, shopping, and social hubs are accessible by foot
- Upscale amenities – Private clubs, fine dining, and boutique shopping nearby
✗ Cons
- Extremely high cost of living – Homes are among the most expensive in DFW
- Traffic in adjacent areas – Busy roads during commuting hours can impact access
- Highly competitive real estate market – Homes sell fast; buying can be challenging
- Focused more on family and social clubs than bars or late-night venues
93
Realust Score
A+ – Exceptional
100
💰 Prosperity
82
🎓 Schools
68
🛡️ Safety
89
🌳 Lifestyle
30
🏷️ Affordability
66
📊 Market
73
🚗 Commute
54
📈 Growth
Demographics
Population
8,840
Total Population
3,912.0
People per sq mile
-4.1%
5-Year Growth
Age Distribution
26.3%
Under 18
4.0%
25-34
13.7%
35-44
18.9%
65+
Median Age: 44.4 years
Households
2.8
Avg Household Size
78.9%
Family Households
87.6%
Homeownership Rate
Education Level
98.7%
High School+
85.9%
Bachelor's+
41.1%
Graduate Degree
Connectivity & Remote Work
21.4%
🏠 Work From Home
Racial & Ethnic Composition
White
91.3%
Asian
5.1%
Hispanic/Latino
3.9%
Two or More
2.9%
South Asian
2.6%
Other
0.6%
Foreign Born: 6.9%
Momentum
70
+20
Rising
'20
'21
'22
'23
'24
'25
Real Estate
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💡 Market Insights
🐢
Patient Market
Homes take about 71 days to sell — buyers have time to decide.
💰
Buyer Leverage
Homes selling at 94.1% of asking — strong negotiation opportunity.
📈
Strong Appreciation
Home values up 70% over 5 years — solid long-term growth.
Home Prices
$1,387
Per Sq Ft
$2,374,900
Starter Home
$5,295,000
Median Price
$21,000,000
Premium Home
Market Trends
🏠 Home Prices
↓ -21.7%
1-Year Change
+70.3%
5-Year Change
Market Health
106
Active Listings
71
Median Days on Market
17.8%
Under Contract
94.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
🏷️ Buyer-friendly market - more room to negotiate.
Market Insights
$21,774/mo
💰 Cheaper to Rent
4.6 mo
📦 Balanced
1.1%
📈 Rental Yield
21.2x
🏷️ Income to Buy
+516%
📍 vs Region Avg
💼 Investment
29
Speculative potential
Typical Home
5,618
Sq Ft
4.2
🛏️ Beds
5.6
🚿 Baths
21,467
🌳 Lot Sq Ft
1984
📅 Year Built
Property Mix
Common Features
44%
🏊 Pool
88%
🚗 Garage
Costs & Ownership
$26,774
Est. Monthly Payment
$5,000
Median Rent
$977/mo
Avg HOA Fee
20%
Have HOA
Investment Indicators
2.7%
🏢 Rental Vacancy
Low (Good)
$1,268,594
💰 Per Bedroom
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle Scores
8.7
👨👩👧 Family Friendly
6
🏃 Outdoor Activities
8.7
🌙 Nightlife
8.7
💪 Health & Fitness
4
🌍 Diversity
6.7
☀️ Weather
Nearby Amenities (within 5 miles)
🍽️
60+
Restaurants
🌳
60+
Parks
💪
60+
Gyms
🛒
54
Grocery
☕
60+
Coffee
🍺
60+
Bars
🎬
12
Theaters
👶
60+
Daycares
🏥
60+
Hospitals
💊
60+
Pharmacies
🦷
60+
Dentists
📚
36
Libraries
🐕
60+
Dog Parks
🏛️
43
Museums
Getting Around
33
🚶 Walk Score
57
🚴 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
0.57
Violent Crime Rate
per 1,000 residents
24.58
Property Crime Rate
per 1,000 residents
Violent Crime
34.46
Assault
22.97
Robbery
0
Murder
0
Rape
Rates per 100,000 residents
Property Crime
298.64
Burglary
1906.73
Theft
252.7
Vehicle Theft
Rates per 100,000 residents
Job Market
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Income
$249,923
Median Household
$502,823
Average Household
$171,411
Per Capita
Employment
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
-1.6%
Job Growth (1 yr)
5.8%
Poverty Rate
Income Distribution
$150k+
69.8%
$100k-$150k
11.7%
$75k-$100k
1.3%
$50k-$75k
3.8%
$25k-$50k
5.4%
Under $25k
8.1%
Education
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School District
Highland Park Independent School District ISD
Primary District
A-
District Grade
Top 33%
State Ranking
Schools
1
Elementary
1
Middle
1
High School
🏆 Top-Rated Schools (7 A-rated schools in Highland Park)
🎒 Elementary Schools
UNIVERSITY PARK EL
A
(96)
BRADFIELD EL
A
(96)
📚 Middle Schools
MCCULLOCH INT
A
(95)
🎓 High Schools
HIGHLAND PARK H S
A
(96)
Source: Texas Education Agency 2024-25 Accountability Ratings
Academic Info
12.4:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
📈 Graduation Rates (Class of 2024)
99.1%
🎓 Graduation Rate
A
0.0%
📉 Dropout Rate
🎯 College Readiness (Class of 2023)
92%
📝 Took SAT/ACT
80.1%
🎯 College Ready
A
91.6%
📚 TSI Ready
College Ready: 1180+ SAT or 24+ ACT | TSI Ready: Met Texas college-ready criteria
Transportation
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Mobility Scores
33
Walk Score
57
Bike Score
N/A
Transit Score
Commute
20
Avg Minutes
72.1%
Drive Alone
3.3%
Carpool
21.4%
Work from Home
Distance To
4.7 mi
Downtown Dallas
18.9 mi
DFW Airport
3.6 mi
Love Field
⚡ EV Charging
163
Public Stations
74
DC Fast Ports
398
Level 2 Ports
Networks:
ChargePoint Network
Blink Network
Tesla Destination
Cost of Living
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Cost Index (100 = National Average)
101
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
