subject: Attractions To Fort Worth/southlake [print this page] When looking for a home, most people focus on a few important factors. The Dallas/Ft Worth area and its suburbs have several advantages over other communities in the Texas area or in the southern region. Area home prices, for instance, are modest""yet they are also expected to appreciate in the future, having seen slow but steady growth in the past. This combination is largely due to various restrictions in the financial system leading to the real estate bubble being much smaller than in other areas, such as the Pheonix suburbs. So while prices did not rise as high, they did not fall very far either, and the market was able to rebound more quickly towards pre-2007 prices.
The school systems in Fort Worth are also highly rated, as are the systems in surrounding suburbs (Frisco, Highland Village, etc). The areas also feature neighborhoods with community amenities, offering both natural and recreational facilities. Close enough to preserved wild lands to enjoy easy access to hiking trails and ranches, they offer the relaxation of country living while not being too far away from centers of activity.
The Fort Worth area has proven to be a good balance of open space and community living. Commute is minimal and the area has something to offer for all ages. Other suburbs in the area offer a similar mix, as well as good dry weather. Look around at different neighborhoods so you can pick the best one for you.
