Moving to Arlington for job, with 3 kids. looking for suburban area to live with great schools (Mart: rental market, best schools)

[1969]

There are many areas of Arlington south of I-30 that are nice. Not fancy or upscale, but nice. We live in a three bedroom/two bath in 76014. It's a nice middle class neighborhood. The schools are quite good, and we pay 1225.00 a month. So it's not impossible. Yeah, as I drive around, I see areas that are a little rough. The only area I've seen so far that really look like they should be avoided, are the far east side that runs right along 360.

I've seen a few house for rent in my neighborhood. I'll wager they are of similar size, and for similar rent.

Yeah, Burleson is pretty cool too.

[AGoodOleChinWag]

Originally Posted by AfWifeMovingSucks

Hi! We will be moving to Arlington in 5 months & I need as much info as possible since we have never even been to Texas! Most importantly, I am looking for a family friendly, safe area to live. But since ive heard that traffic is horrible we would like to live as close as possible to my husbands job (on Matlock Rd, right across from Vandergriff Park) I have read other forums and learned that the best area would be the SW or NW of Arlington but im not sure which area would be best as far as traffic and my husbands commute. Also, a Great school distric is very important. We have one child going into 2nd grade and another that will be starting K while we are there. We will only be here for 3-4 years so High school is not an issue for us.
We will be renting a house and our budget is $1500/month max. ideally we would like a 4 bedroom and we have 2 dogs so pet friendly is a must.
Any other info would be great appreciated!

Thanks!

I would suggest Mansfield (which is to the south) or Hurst, Euless, Bedford (north of 820). It will be a bit more difficult to find something in the $1,500 budget unfortunately. That has rapidly changed in the last 2-3 years due to the housing shortage. $1,500 used to get you more. We are in a sellers market, and rent prices have shot up! But, you WILL find something, just prepare to jump on something you like immediately. The good one's go quickly, and if you are moving in the spring/summer (which it sounds like you are) it is prime- time for moving, and you will be in competition. A great property at a good price could be gone in 24 hours so don't wait. Once you find the areas you want to move to, be aggressive about jumping on it.

There will be less competition in Mansfield compared to HEB. Another poster recommended Burleson. I would recommend that also.

Feel free to message me if you have any questions.

[4Movingeast]

Originally Posted by AGoodOleChinWag

I would suggest Mansfield (which is to the south) or Hurst, Euless, Bedford (north of 820). It will be a bit more difficult to find something in the $1,500 budget unfortunately. That has rapidly changed in the last 2-3 years due to the housing shortage. $1,500 used to get you more. We are in a sellers market, and rent prices have shot up! But, you WILL find something, just prepare to jump on something you like immediately. The good one's go quickly, and if you are moving in the spring/summer (which it sounds like you are) it is prime- time for moving, and you will be in competition. A great property at a good price could be gone in 24 hours so don't wait. Once you find the areas you want to move to, be aggressive about jumping on it.

There will be less competition in Mansfield compared to HEB. Another poster recommended Burleson. I would recommend that also.

Feel free to message me if you have any questions.

The fact that there will be less competition in Mansfield and Burleson should tell you what you need to know about commuting and schools. I've never been a fan of either area.

[jpricewood]

Burleson is the best by far in my opinion. Plus, you're starting to get closer to some nice wooded areas with topography. Schools are all above average.

[DevilDocWife]

I just wanted to pop in and say HI!
welcome to Texas.

Am I guessing that you are an Air Force wife? If so - welcome from a Navy Wife!

[rtloucks]

I lived in Arlington and loved it! I lived in Fannin Farm just off S.Cooper 76001 gets you the Mansfield schools. which were very good to our boys. We had also lived in Mansfield before that down off country club road and Hillary trail. I also agree with 76016 and 76012 both great areas but try stay closer in. I can't give examples and would only be passing along what ice heard, but I've been told that the Pirate Cove or Pirate Bay Area right by the water is a tough area. We drove through it, even looked at some homes and I don't think it was bad, just not as well kept. But you shouldn't have any troubles finding something in you r price range anywhere in arlington except in Dalworthington Gardens or right on the water.

[drick37]

What is considered Old Mansfield?

[WorldKlas]

Originally Posted by drick37

What is considered Old Mansfield?

I sent you a direct message with suggestions for how to search using a local DFW website that lets you specific by schools.

[naterator]

Originally Posted by 4Movingeast

The fact that there will be less competition in Mansfield and Burleson should tell you what you need to know about commuting and schools. I've never been a fan of either area.

What a helpful comment! Thanks!

[AfWifeMovingSucks]

Originally Posted by WorldKlas

I sent you a direct message with suggestions for how to search using a local DFW website that lets you specific by schools.

Hi, I didn't receive a direct message? I would love to check out that website
thanks