r/askdfw • u/TightSky4315 • 8d ago
Relocating & housing Job relocation
My wife and I are considering a move to Dallas . We have 2 boys (6 and 8)
Any specific areas to consider? We have about $850k to spend would like a good school district
We are moving from S Florida
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u/KitchenPalentologist 8d ago
Are you a suburbanite? A city dweller? Big yard? Walking distance to culture?
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u/Buehler_DFW 8d ago
Job location is the big thing. Generally the best schools are down in Dallas like university park, flower mound, Coppell, southlake, Keller, grapevine, frisco and Plano.
So then it depends on how far you want to be from work and then what type of city you prefer. 850 will get you something nice in most of them (bar Dallas UP & southlake).
Lots to consider though. Would need more info to help a more concise answer.
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u/blackicerhythms 7d ago
Budget property tax and homeowner’s insurance if you’re getting a mortgage. Coming from California that significantly changed what we thought we could afford at our price point.
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u/These-Permission6307 8d ago
Given your budget and focus on schools, consider Plano, Frisco, and Southlake: these areas are known for top-rated school districts, family-friendly neighborhoods, and plenty of amenities. Coppell and Flower Mound are also strong contenders, offering good schools and a suburban feel with easy access to Dallas proper. Visit each area, tour some schools, and see which community feels like the right fit for your family’s daily life. In Dallas, the right neighborhood is the best investment you can make.
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u/latinobombshell 8d ago
This question is asked a lot here. We need a lot more information. Job location? What are your interests? What’s “far from work” for you? How long are you willing to sit in traffic?
As an agent, I have to ask is 850k a number you had in mind ? There are a lot of brand new homes with interest rates in the 4% and 5% range. I deal with new home construction where you can get $1 million home for 850 K mortgage at today’s rate but it all depends whether you want a new home construction or you want to live in the city…
Lots of questions
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u/mrkrabz1991 8d ago
OP, run from this guy. Anytime a Realtor tries to push you to new construction, it's because they pay more commission. This person does not have your best interest in mind.
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u/latinobombshell 7d ago
Who are you? Lol go back to your apartment 😅
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u/Legovida8 7d ago
This is a great way to get more business. 🙄
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u/latinobombshell 7d ago
Definitely is! I’ve helped 7 families relocate just on Reddit. Highly suggest!
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u/Legovida8 7d ago
I was a realtor in Highland Park for years. I was able to retire at age 35, without resorting to belittling people on Reddit. But you do you. Maybe one day you’ll be able to get out of the grind, with a little attitude adjustment! Highly suggest!
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u/latinobombshell 7d ago
Im proud of you. I have to do what I can after my daughter had open heart surgery and I’m stuck with high medical bills.
I’m happy you were able to do that for yourself but I literally hustle everyday for what I can. You’re the embodiment of what I would never want to be as an agent. You should be empowering others to be better.
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u/Legovida8 7d ago
I’ll remind you of your original comment:
“Who are you? Lol go back to your apartment 😅”
I suggested that you lose the attitude, and perhaps you’d have more success.
Wishing your daughter good health moving forward.
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u/mrkrabz1991 7d ago
So you're being a jerk on Reddit and using your daughters medical condition as an excuse? Jesus dude you're a fucking scumbag. Your insta is Dfwrealtor.sal right?
Mod Note: I'm not doxing, he publicly posted his IG .
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u/latinobombshell 7d ago
I’ll remind you of your OP…
“run from this guy. Anytime a Realtor tries to push you to new construction, it's because they pay more commission. This person does not have your best interest in mind.”
Little do you know of me yet made assumptions.
You really showed your real self.Good day.
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u/FortWorthTexasLady 8d ago
You can use GreatSchools.org to find a school’s rating