What it's like to live in Medical District.
It's a working district — quieter than Uptown, with newer mid-rise rentals clustered near Inwood DART and along Harry Hines.
Who Medical District suits.
Medical residents, nurses, hospital staff, students at UT Southwestern.
Commute & getting around.
Walk or shuttle to UT Southwestern, Parkland, and Children's; DART Green Line at Inwood/Love Field.
Medical District highlights.
- • UT Southwestern
- • Parkland Memorial Hospital
- • Children's Health
- • Texas Health Presbyterian
- • Inwood DART
Medical District on the map.
Explore Medical District and surrounding Dallas neighborhoods.
Medical District walk, transit & bike scores.
68
Walk Score
Walker's Paradise 90+
60
Transit Score
Good Transit 70+
65
Bike Score
Very Bikeable 70+
Cost of living in Medical District.
| Studio rent | $1,200–$1,600 |
| 1-bedroom rent | $1,400–$2,200 |
| 2-bedroom rent | $2,000–$3,000 |
| Reserved parking | $50–$150/mo |
| Average utilities | $80–$140/mo |
Indicative ranges; actual rents vary by building, floor plan, and current specials.
Pros and cons of Medical District.
Pros
- ✓Walk or shuttle to UTSW, Parkland, Children's
- ✓Quieter than Uptown — better for shift sleep
- ✓Lower rent than central Dallas
- ✓Direct DART Green Line to Downtown and Deep Ellum
Trade-offs
- –Limited dining and grocery within walking distance
- –Quieter social scene — most renters drive to Uptown for nightlife
- –Some streets feel industrial after dark
Where to eat in Medical District.
Maple & Motor (nearby) Burgers
Cult-favorite Dallas burger joint.
Las Palmas Tex-Mex
Classic Tex-Mex on Maple.
Halal Bros (nearby) Mediterranean
Quick lunch favorite for residents.
Parks and outdoors in Medical District.
Reverchon Park (nearby)
Closest larger park, tennis and trails.
Pike Park
Small historic neighborhood park.
Schools near Medical District.
UT Southwestern Medical Center · Medical school
Top-ranked academic medical campus.
Esperanza 'Hope' Medrano (nearby) · Public DISD
Magnet elementary serving the district.
Always verify zoning directly with Dallas ISD before signing.
Getting around Medical District.
Inwood/Love Field DART
Green Line connects Medical District to Uptown and Downtown.
UTSW Shuttle
Free shuttle from many partner apartment communities.
Love Field Airport
5–10 min drive — convenient for travel-heavy schedules.
Did you know?
- 💡 UT Southwestern is home to six Nobel Laureates — one of the highest concentrations of any U.S. medical school.
- 💡 Parkland Hospital is the largest civilian Level I trauma center in North Texas.
Medical District apartment FAQs.
Where do medical residents live in Dallas?+
Most live in the Medical District for a short walk or shuttle to the hospitals, in Oak Lawn for a more residential feel a short drive away, or in Uptown for a livelier post-shift scene.
How much is a 1-bedroom in the Medical District?+
Typically $1,400–$2,200. Buildings closest to UT Southwestern command a small premium for the walkability.
Is the Medical District walkable?+
It's walkable to the hospital campuses and DART. For dining and groceries, most residents use a car or ride-share.
Are there shuttles to UT Southwestern?+
Yes — UTSW operates shuttle service from many nearby apartment complexes, and DART covers the rest.
Is the Medical District quiet?+
Generally yes — it lacks the nightlife of Uptown or Deep Ellum, which most medical residents prefer for sleep between shifts.