Arlington, Arlington TX — neighborhood review

Arlington, TX

Arlington · Tarrant County · TX 76010

Updated August 2, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$218K

Median Price

39/100

Walk Score

7.2/10

Schools

45 min

to Downtown Dallas

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
72/100
DQuietness
40/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
39/100
WYLT Score57/100

Our Take

Arlington’s housing is cheap and schools have decent ratings, but the neighborhood is very car‑centric with limited transit, moderate crime, and few parks. It’s budget‑friendly if you don’t mind commuting and lack of walkability, but the trade‑offs may outweigh the benefits for many families.

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The Good

  • Very affordable median home price of $172,800
  • Strong high‑school options with ratings up to 9
  • Large, diverse community with many family‑friendly activities
  • Proximity to AT&T Stadium for sports fans

Real Talk

  • !Almost all errands require a car – walk score 17
  • !Limited public transit and bike infrastructure
  • !Crime data for the area is mixed, with moderate violent and property crime rates
  • !The area has only a few green spaces and a busy commercial corridor
  • $High parking costs for events and daily commuting
  • $Higher utility costs due to older housing stock
  • $Potential need for vehicle maintenance in a car‑dependent area

Best For

Budget‑conscious familiesCommuters to Dallas or surrounding citiesSports fans who attend AT&T StadiumRemote workers needing cheap housing

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Arlington, TX

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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