Moving to Dallas: Neighborhood Guide & Local Movers

Moving to Dallas, or moving to a new part of it? Dallas is a big city made of very different neighborhoods, from Uptown high-rises to 1920s cottages in the M Streets and large homes in Preston Hollow. Around The Block has moved people across Dallas since 1993, and the right move depends on where you’re going. Below is a neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide to living in Dallas and what moving there is like. We’re rated 4.8 stars from 208 Google reviews. Call 214-348-7878 for a free quote.

Dallas neighborhoods: what to know before you move

Uptown

Walkable and lively, with mid-rise and high-rise apartments, restaurants along McKinney Avenue and the Katy Trail nearby. Moving there: most buildings require a certificate of insurance and a booked freight elevator or loading dock. See our Uptown movers and apartment movers.

Downtown Dallas

High-rise living close to offices, the Arts District and Klyde Warren Park. Moving there: loading docks, building move windows and tight street parking mean timing matters. We plan the truck and time slot with your building.

Deep Ellum

Lofts and apartments in an arts and music district east of Downtown. Moving there: older buildings and busy streets, so we plan parking and carry routes ahead of time.

Lakewood and Old East Dallas

Established, tree-lined neighborhoods near White Rock Lake, with older homes full of character. Moving there: narrower doorways, original wood floors and tight staircases get extra padding and floor runners.

The M Streets and Lower Greenville

Tudor-style cottages and bungalows close to Greenville Avenue’s restaurants and bars. Moving there: compact rooms and narrow stairs, so large furniture is often taken apart to fit.

Lake Highlands

Family neighborhoods near White Rock Lake with larger yards. Moving there: mostly single-family house moves. See our residential movers.

Oak Cliff and Bishop Arts

Historic homes, hills and a walkable arts district southwest of Downtown, including Kessler Park. Moving there: sloped driveways and older homes, so we plan ramps and protection for steps and floors.

Preston Hollow

Large homes and estates on wide lots in North Dallas. Moving there: bigger crews, longer carries and extra protection for high-end furniture. See our Preston Hollow movers.

Highland Park and University Park

Separate towns surrounded by Dallas, known for their schools and historic homes. See our Highland Park movers and University Park movers.

North Dallas and Far North Dallas

Suburban neighborhoods and many apartment communities near the Dallas North Tollway and LBJ Freeway. Moving there: a mix of house moves and apartment moves with gated access and COI paperwork.

New to Dallas? A short checklist

Plan around the heat: summer moves go best early in the day, so ask us for an early start.

Pick your electricity provider: much of Dallas has retail electricity choice, so you choose a provider for your new address.

Update your car and license: if you’re new to Texas, look up the deadlines to register your vehicle and get a Texas driver’s license.

Check building and HOA rules: many apartments and neighborhoods have move-in hours, elevator bookings or parking rules.

Moving within Dallas or from another Texas city

We handle local moves anywhere in Dallas, and longer moves within Texas, such as Houston to Dallas. Every move gets floor and doorway protection, furniture wrapping, and beds and tables taken apart and rebuilt. Need help packing first? See packing and storage services.

How much does it cost to move within Dallas?

Local Dallas moves are priced by the hour for the crew and truck. Most local moves cost $800 to $6,500, depending on home size, building access, distance and packing. You get an upfront estimate before move day, with no surprise fees.

Why people moving in Dallas choose Around The Block

Since 1993

More than 30 years of moving homes, apartments and offices across Dallas.

4.8 stars from 208 Google reviews

Our Google rating across home, apartment and office moves in DFW.

Licensed, insured and COI-ready

TxDMV #6380695C and USDOT #2166531, with certificates of insurance sent to your building before move day.

For every kind of move across the metro, meet our Dallas movers.

Moving to Dallas FAQs

Is it a good idea to move to Dallas?

It depends on what you want. Dallas offers a big job market, a wide range of neighborhoods and no state income tax in Texas. Summers are hot and most people drive. Visiting a few neighborhoods before you sign a lease or buy helps you find the right fit.

What is the best neighborhood in Dallas?

There’s no single best one. Uptown and Downtown suit people who want walkable, high-rise living. Lakewood, Lake Highlands and Preston Hollow suit families who want houses and yards. The M Streets and Bishop Arts suit people who want older homes near restaurants and shops.

How much does it cost to move within Dallas?

Most local Dallas moves cost $800 to $6,500. The total depends on home size, building access such as elevators and stairs, distance and packing. You get an upfront estimate before move day.

Do you move people from other Texas cities to Dallas?

Yes. Along with local moves across Dallas, we handle longer moves within Texas, such as Houston to Dallas.