About the neighborhood

Cedars offers convenient access to several bus lines with stops located close by, making public transit an efficient transportation option. The neighborhood features a variety of dining choices, including cafes and restaurants that cater to many tastes. Grocery shopping is easy, with general and specialty stores within a short distance. Outdoor spaces such as Dallas Heritage Village and Old City Park provide attractive public green areas that are well-distributed throughout the community. Housing mainly consists of spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments constructed around 1997, offering contemporary living options within large and small apartment buildings. The neighborhood balances urban amenities with accessible green spaces.

Characteristics

Transportation

This area permits house buyers to get around by several alternative means of transportation. This area is reasonably transit friendly. For example, property owners can count on the Ebj Union Station on the Trinity Railway. The neighborhood is connected by approximately 20 bus lines, and bus stops are usually very close by. Home buyers who appreciate residing in a compact area will also enjoy the pedestrian-friendly character of Cedars; many daily errands can be run without needing to resort to a vehicle, and plenty of businesses are rather close at hand. Bicycling is at times difficult in Cedars as there are a fair number of elevation changes, and the bicycling network is somewhat poor. Nonetheless, some bike-friendly areas exist.

Services

A general and a specialty grocery store is always only a reasonably short pedestrian trip away in Cedars. Moreover, those who are fond of dining out won't have to travel far in Cedars, where over 100 restaurants and a few cafes are available. It is also a rather short pedestrian trip to a decent selection of clothing stores. In terms of education, both primary and secondary schools are very easy to access without the need for a car from any location in Cedars. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary and high schools.

Character

Cedars is a great part of the city for those who enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities. Although the atmosphere is not the liveliest in this area places to go out at night are well-spread throughout the neighborhood. On the other hand, it is very easy to access green spaces from most locations in the neighborhood since there are approximately 20 of them nearby for residents to explore.

Car friendly9.4

Exceptional access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly4.8

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.8

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Transit friendly5.4

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants8.6

Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Groceries7.0

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance