What it's like to live in Design District.
It's an industrial-meets-design feel — wide streets, taller ceilings, and a creative undertone. New buildings are bringing rooftop pools and resort-style amenities.
Who Design District suits.
Design-minded renters and Uptown commuters who want newer construction and resort amenities.
Commute & getting around.
5 minutes to Uptown and Downtown; quick I-35 access.
Design District highlights.
- • Trinity Groves
- • Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge
- • Design showrooms
- • Meddlesome Moth
- • Sloane's Corner
Design District on the map.
Explore Design District and surrounding Dallas neighborhoods.
Design District walk, transit & bike scores.
72
Walk Score
Walker's Paradise 90+
55
Transit Score
Good Transit 70+
78
Bike Score
Very Bikeable 70+
Cost of living in Design District.
| Studio rent | $1,400–$1,800 |
| 1-bedroom rent | $1,700–$2,800 |
| 2-bedroom rent | $2,800–$4,500 |
| Reserved parking | $75–$175/mo |
| Average utilities | $85–$145/mo |
Indicative ranges; actual rents vary by building, floor plan, and current specials.
Pros and cons of Design District.
Pros
- ✓Newest construction concentration in central Dallas
- ✓Resort-style rooftops and pools standard
- ✓Quieter than Uptown but only 5 minutes away
- ✓Great value vs. comparable Uptown sqft
Trade-offs
- –Walkability still developing block by block
- –Few full-size grocery stores in immediate area
- –Industrial truck traffic on some streets
Where to eat in Design District.
Meddlesome Moth Gastropub
Iconic stained-glass beer hall.
Sloane's Corner Cafe
All-day breakfast and pastries.
Ascension Coffee Coffee
Design-forward roaster on Hi-Line.
Town Hearth Steakhouse
Chandelier-lit chef-driven steaks.
Parks and outdoors in Design District.
Trinity Strand Trail
Multi-use trail along the old river channel.
Pike Park (nearby)
Historic Little Mexico neighborhood park.
Getting around Design District.
Victory DART Station
Green/Orange lines a short ride away.
I-35E
Direct ramps for Uptown, Downtown, and DFW.
Bike
Trinity Strand and Katy Trail spurs make cycling easy.
Did you know?
- 💡 The Design District was originally a wholesale showroom corridor — interior designers still source there daily.
- 💡 The Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge designed by Santiago Calatrava connects the area to West Dallas.
Design District apartment FAQs.
Is the Design District a good place to live?+
Yes — it's increasingly popular for renters who want newer construction and modern amenities at a slightly lower price than Uptown, while still being a quick drive from Downtown.
How much do Design District apartments cost?+
1-bedrooms generally range $1,700–$2,800. Newer luxury buildings with rooftop amenities push higher.
Is the Design District walkable?+
It's improving. Newer buildings cluster around Hi-Line Drive and Oak Lawn, with restaurants and galleries within walking distance, but it's not as walkable as Uptown.
What's near the Design District?+
Trinity Groves restaurants are a quick drive across the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, and Uptown is 5 minutes east.
Are Design District apartments newer construction?+
Most are. The neighborhood has seen heavy mid-rise development in recent years, so amenities, finishes, and floor plans tend to feel current.