Uptown Dallas is known for its dynamic, urban lifestyle which provides its residents with a bustling pedestrian cityscape full of the best shopping, trendiest restaurants and hottest nightlife in town. For those who hope to find some green space within the metropolis, uptown’s Katy Trail is the perfect solution. A 3.5-mile path that runs through Uptown and Oak Lawn, Katy Trail is a hotspot for runners and dog-walkers and is studded with patio restaurants and bars such as the award-winning Katy Trail Ice House, perfect for happy hour snacks and cocktails.

Apart from being one of the most pedestrian-friendly areas in Dallas, Uptown is also ahead of the curve with its impressive public transportation options. The historic McKinney Avenue Trolley system runs free from Uptown, through Cityspace and to downtown Dallas, and the Dart Rail system gives yet another convenient option for quick and easy transportation all throughout the city.

Unique to the area is an initiative called Uptown Dallas Incorporated, an organization aimed at increasing community inclusivity by putting on public events such as networking happy hours, movie nights, yoga classes and the monthly Uptown Block Party. Additionally, the arts are a thriving segment of the community, with independent film theaters such as the Magnolia as well as several critically acclaimed art galleries adding diverse flavor and funk to Uptown’s already broad entertainment sector.

Another Uptown Dallas favorite, the American Airlines Center is filled several nights a week, switching from crowds of passionate Dallas sports fans to droves of couples and families watching anything from a visiting circus to their favorite world-renowned musicians.

Whether you’re looking for a fast-paced, electric lifestyle or a restorative, laid-back environment, Uptown is sure to give you everything you’re looking for. With properties ranging from luxurious high-rises to mixed-use buildings and family-friendly condos, there is definitely no shortage of options in the Uptown rental scene.