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Cedar Crest

Cedar Crest

Neighborhood in Dallas, Texas

Dallas County 75203, 75216

$250,165 Average Value
$169 Average Price per Sq Ft
16 Homes For Sale

Easygoing Dallas suburb minutes from the Cedars entertainment district

Community and commuting characterize Cedar Crest. The established neighborhood offers proximity to downtown Dallas without the heftier price tag, says Keller Williams Realtor Danny Force, who has sold real estate in the Metroplex for nearly 15 years. "The Cedar Crest area is a more affordable alternative to living in downtown Dallas," says Danny Force, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty DPR. "It's close enough to Dallas and the major highways for commuters, but it's good for people who don't want to be right on top of the city or to pay the Dallas home prices," Force says. Cedar Crest includes quieter, established residential areas and is minutes from the Cedars district, which has trendy bars and eclectic restaurants. The neighborhood also offers community programming through local organizations, offering education and resources for any resident.

A mix of established cottages and turn-key new builds

Force says this established community offers a range of older homes and newer construction. In some areas, houses are densely built, but most offer tidy front lawns and shaded backyards. Buyers will find shingle-style cottages, Tudor Revival-inspired bungalows and lime-washed ranch-style homes. Many of these homes are turn-key, but some offer the chance to add a personal touch. There are also some contemporary new builds with upscale, modern farmhouse-style designs. Prices for established cottages and bungalows range between $285,000 and $400,000, depending on the updates done. New builds typically cost between $600,000 and $1 million.

Dallas Independent School District serves Cedar Crest families

Cedar Crest youngsters attend schools in the Dallas Independent School District. Students start at William B. Miller Elementary, which earned an overall B grade from Niche, and Boude Storey Middle, which earned a C-plus. Older students attend Franklin D. Roosevelt High School, which Niche gives a C-minus. Also, through the Choose Dallas ISD program, students can apply to attend district schools outside of their designated zone, including magnet schools like Townview Science & Engineering High School, which has an A-plus grade on Niche.

Moore Park and Dallas Zoo are just a few green spaces in Cedar Crest

There are several green spaces in Cedar Crest, including 24-acre Moore Park. It's a popular spot for kids' baseball and soccer games and summers spent at the playground. Visitors can also walk or jog along the paved trails or even launch a kayak onto the Trinity River while enjoying skyline views. Residents can also cool off at Bonnie View Park's pool or book a tee time at Cedar Crest Golf Course. The Dallas Zoo is also here in Cedar Crest, a favorite for families looking to learn more about endangered species.

Neighborhood resources are found at Pan African Connection

The community is just 3 miles from the vibrant Cedars district. This entertainment area is known for its sizable selection of restaurants, cocktail bars and breweries. Hamilton's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge is a favorite for happy hour or date night, while Four Corners Brewing is a go-to for a Saturday afternoon craft beer. The Cedars is also popular for catching shows at South Side Ballroom or grabbing local produce at the Dallas Farmers Market. While the community offers a few Family Dollars for quick conveniences, residents can hop on Highway 67 and find a Target, Sam's Club and WinCo Foods 8 miles away. One of the community's most important features is the Pan-African Connection Bookstore, Art Gallery and Resource Center. The Center is "way more than just a bookstore," says CEO Akwete Tyehimba, who, with her late husband Bandele Tyehimba, has been running the center for 35 years. "We offer community programs in wellness, arts and crafts, literacy for children--even beekeeping and gardening," Tyehimba says. "We also have a farmers market every first and third Sunday, and that really helps out local small businesses and people looking for more access to fresh food. People call us every single day for resources and services." The Center is located in the neighborhood's southwestern corner, beside a few local businesses and the popular restaurant Mo's World-Famous Eatery. This soul food restaurant features specialties like chicken and waffles and barbecued lamb chops.

Easy commuting via I-35

The community is bordered by some of the Dallas area's major thoroughfares, including Interstate 35 and I-45. Access to these highways makes it easy to commute to downtown Dallas, which is less than 5 miles away. Residents can also use the DART train, which has a station located on South Denley Drive. If residents need to get to other areas in the Metroplex, these roads connect to the larger highway system. The closest hospital, Methodist Dallas Medical Center, is 4 miles away. When residents travel by air, the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is about 25 miles from home.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Dallas Love Field

22 min drive

Bus

Kiest & Van Cleave - N - Ns

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Lancaster & Elmore - N - Ns

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Kiest & Kellog - W - Mb

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Kiest & Easter - W - Ns

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Corinth & Essex - N - Ns

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Kiest & Illinois - W - Fs

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Kiest & Van Cleave - S - Ns

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Cedar Crest US
Homicide 9 4
Sexual Assault 7 4
Assault with Weapon 9 4
Robbery 8 4
Burglary 8 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 7 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 7 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$258,125
Median Single Family Price
$252,125
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$169
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Last 12 months Home Sales
46
Months of Supply
4.20
Median List Price
$265,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,942
Median Year Built
1950
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,571
Below the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    1 - 3pm

    1721 Essex Ave, Dallas, TX 75203

    $299,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,275 Sq Ft
    • 1721 Essex Ave
    • New 7 days ago

    OUTSTANDING BRICK MODERN HOME UPDATED SITTING ON AN OVERSIZED LOT 0.25 CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN DALLAS AND CEDAR CREST GOLF COURSE!! THIS UPDATED BRICK HOME HAS AN INVITING OPEN FLOORPLAN AND CLEAN LINES. UPDATES INCLUDE: UPDATED WINDOWS, LARGE PICTURESQUE WINDOW AT LIVING ROOM, FIREPLACE, UPDATED HVAC, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINTING, UPDATED ELECTRICAL, LUXURY VINYL FLOORING, PORCELAIN TILE TO BATHROOM

    Liliana Ornelas Coldwell Banker Realty

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    2 - 5pm

    2014 Huntingdon Ave, Dallas, TX 75203

    $250,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,320 Sq Ft
    • 2014 Huntingdon Ave
    • New 25 days ago

    Welcome to Cedar Crest – A Hidden Gem in Cedar CrestDiscover this 3-bedroom, 2 bath residence featuring an open-concept designed ideal for entertaining. Spacious backyard . Tucked away in the peaceful neighborhood of Cedar Crest, this fast-growing subdivision offers the perfect balance of serenity and city convenience. Just minutes from downtown Dallas and the sprawling Cedar Crest Golf

    Sheila Mitchell The Real T Group

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
6,900
Median Age
36
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
29%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$35,213
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$47,011

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
74.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.8%
% Population in Labor Force
53.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
38°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
1''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

21 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

45 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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