Quick answer
Walkable strip, bars and restaurants, young professionals, best transit in Dallas; 1BR $1,700–2,200
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
Uptown, Dallas
Walkable strip, bars and restaurants, young professionals, best transit in Dallas; 1BR $1,700–2,200
Dallas Housing Costs — 2026
Median 1BR rent
$1,450/mo
Median 2BR rent
$1,850/mo
Median home price
$380K
Avg utilities
$175/mo
City-wide medians. Uptown rents may vary above or below depending on building vintage and unit type.Full Dallas breakdown →
Other Neighborhoods in Dallas
Compare Uptown with other popular areas.
Knox-Henderson
Boutique restaurants, local bars, Oak Lawn adjacent, established; 1BR $1,600–2,100
Deep Ellum
Music venues, street art, creative scene, nightlife; 1BR $1,400–1,800
Bishop Arts District
Independent shops, coffee, walkable pocket, eclectic; 1BR $1,500–1,900
Plano / Frisco
Corporate campuses (Toyota, Frito-Lay, etc.), top-rated schools, safe; 1BR $1,300–1,700
Preston Hollow
Established wealth, private schools, estates; 1BR $1,800–2,500
Oak Cliff / Kessler Park
Diverse, affordable, improving, great views of downtown; 1BR $1,100–1,500
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Uptown a good neighborhood in Dallas?
Walkable strip, bars and restaurants, young professionals, best transit in Dallas; 1BR $1,700–2,200
What is the rent in Uptown, Dallas?
Dallas citywide median 1BR rent is $1,450/mo. Uptown pricing varies from the city average depending on building age, proximity to transit, and in-unit amenities. Studio units in Dallas often run 15–20% below the 1BR median.
What is Uptown in Dallas known for?
Walkable strip, bars and restaurants, young professionals, best transit in Dallas; 1BR $1,700–2,200
How does Uptown compare to other Dallas neighborhoods?
Uptown is one of 7 notable neighborhoods in Dallas. Other options include Knox-Henderson, Deep Ellum, Bishop Arts District.
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