SMU / University Park

About

Known for its Work & Play environment, University Park is named for being home of SMU putting a fresh twist on an old-fashioned town giving it a vision of what most would agree is timeless. The unique make up of working professionals and college students gives University Park a a unique feel that is hard to find anywhere else in the city. 


University park is located in Dallas County, approx. 8 Miles North of Downtown Dallas. The area is filled with great places to eat, drink, and have fun. A couple favorites are Montlake Cut, Hillstone Restaurant, and Digg’s tacos. If you love shopping be sure to stop by Snider Plaza, which is full of independent boutiques, shopping, and restaurants. Do not forget to give Green Elephant, one of the best bars in the area a try. 


If nature is your thing and you are worried living so close to a city may limit your exposure don’t worry Curtis Park on Lovers Lane is a great place to enjoy nature and has plenty to do.


Other attractions include The Holmes aquatic center, an exclusive pool for Highland Park residents, The Perot Museum, The Dallas Arboretum, and the Dallas Museum of Art. If you choose an apartment in University Park you will be assured that you will have plenty to do.

About the Apartments

Known for its Work & Play environment, University Park is named for being home of SMU putting a fresh twist on an old-fashioned town giving it a vision of what most would agree is timeless. The unique make up of working professionals and college students gives University Park a a unique feel that is hard to find anywhere else in the city. 


University park is located in Dallas County, approx. 8 Miles North of Downtown Dallas. The area is filled with great places to eat, drink, and have fun. A couple favorites are Montlake Cut, Hillstone Restaurant, and Digg’s tacos. If you love shopping be sure to stop by Snider Plaza, which is full of independent boutiques, shopping, and restaurants. Do not forget to give Green Elephant, one of the best bars in the area a try. 


If nature is your thing and you are worried living so close to a city may limit your exposure don’t worry Curtis Park on Lovers Lane is a great place to enjoy nature and has plenty to do.


Other attractions include The Holmes aquatic center, an exclusive pool for Highland Park residents, The Perot Museum, The Dallas Arboretum, and the Dallas Museum of Art. If you choose an apartment in University Park you will be assured that you will have plenty to do.

Average Rent

1 Bedroom

2 Bedroom

3 Bedroom

What It's Known For

Southern Methodist University- private research university

Snider Plaza- Unique collection of shops

Holmes Aquatic Center- best exclusive pool in the area

Pros

  • Average commute is 15 minutes 
  • Dog friendly 
  • Low crime 


Cons

  • Older not wanting to be around college kids
  • High traffic 
  • Small Amount of Parking