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Garland, TX vs South Congress, TX
Garland, TX vs South Congress, TX: What the data shows
Garland, TX is in Garland, TX while South Congress, TX is in South Congress, TX — both in the same state. On home prices, Garland, TX is the more affordable option at $221,800 median — $499,400 less than South Congress, TX's $721,200. WYLT rates Garland, TX as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and South Congress, TX as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Garland, TX has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. South Congress, TX has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Garland, TX has Low flood risk and South Congress, TX has Low flood risk.
South Congress, TX is the more walkable neighborhood. Garland, TX scores 4/100 (car-dependent) versus South Congress, TX's 46/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, South Congress, TX has the higher school rating — Garland, TX rates 6.9/10 and South Congress, TX rates 7.3/10.
| Category | Garland, TX | South Congress, TX |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Good for now |
| Median Price | $222K ✓ Lower price | $721K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $71K | $89K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 4/100 | 46/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 10/100 | 42/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | N/A ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 35 min | 7 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.9/10 | 7.3/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | familiescommutersaffordable_suburban | Young professionalsNightlife loversBikers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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