Carrollton

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Carrollton, TX

Area Guide

Classic Texas charm awaits you in one of Dallas’ finest suburbs

Historic Suburb Commuter Lake Outdoors Nature Golf

Welcome to Carrollton, a well-established suburban community in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The city offers diverse rental options, from apartment communities to single-family homes, with current average rents ranging from $1,359 for one-bedroom units to $2,329 for three-bedroom homes. The historic Downtown Carrollton Square anchors the community with its shops and restaurants, while outdoor destinations like Josey Ranch Lake provide recreational opportunities for residents.

Carrollton's distinct character shines through its diverse neighborhoods and cultural offerings. The area near Old Denton Road and President George Bush Turnpike features Koreatown Carrollton, a regional destination known for its authentic restaurants and specialty shops. Transportation options include three DART light rail stations that connect to downtown Dallas and beyond. The city encompasses 38 square miles of thoughtfully planned spaces, including numerous parks and trails. Throughout the year, the Downtown Carrollton Square hosts community events that bring neighbors together, from seasonal festivals to the weekly farmers market.

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Windmill against a red sky

Sailboats on the lake at sunset

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Carrollton, TX is $1,326 for a studio, $1,324 for one bedroom, $1,645 for two bedrooms, and $2,400 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Carrollton has decreased by -3.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,324/month
734 Sq Ft
House
$2,842/month
1,994 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,579/month
902 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,681/month
1,886 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

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Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Rosemeade Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

461 Students

Mccoy Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

447 Students

Polser Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

479 Students

Kent Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

468 Students

Homestead Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

462 Students

Arbor Creek Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

887 Students

Creek Valley Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

600 Students

Blalack Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

888 Students

Perry Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

831 Students

Polk Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

967 Students

Hebron High School

Public

Grades 9-12

3,678 Students

Creekview High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,610 Students

Turner High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,107 Students

Smith High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,933 Students

Points of Interest

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Living in Carrollton

Restaurants

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If you build a large appetite while shopping or simply want to get out for a quick bite, the Carrollton area will provide the opportunity to meet the expectations of the most demanding diner. Two of the finest steak house in the nation are next door, including III Forks and Del Frisco’s Double Eagle. Whether your tastes run to ethnic or comfort food, Carrollton boasts of more dining options than you can try out in years of dining. From the Agave Azul Mexican Kitchen and Tequila Bar to A Chef Du Jour, residents support a very broad range of food and dining alternatives.

Transportation

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One of the reasons for Carrollton’s popularity as a preferred place to live is its transportation. For those who are married to their autos, the city has ready access to the Dallas Tollway for quick access to many of the area’s facilities and attractions, including downtown Dallas and the DFW airport. Carrollton is also a participating member in the modern Dallas Area Rapid Transit System, a great light rail alternative. The recently completed and opened Green Line for DART provides excellent transportation to Dallas and area locations, including an easy connection for traveling by rail to Fort Worth. For those who have the need to fly, you can choose your own landing pad at Addison Municipal Airport, which borders Carrollton, or head to either Love Field or DFW.

Shopping

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Texans are known to enjoy their shopping, and Carrolton residents truly have the option to shop until they drop. While there are a number of local strip malls and shopping areas, the city is within minutes of some of the nation’s finest shopping malls, including the Stonebriar Centre and the Shops at Willow Bend. However, there are at least another dozen large malls, outlet centers, and prime shopping areas within 30 to 40 minutes of Carrollton, and hundreds of specialty shops, one-of-a-kind boutiques. Whatever your interest or whim, from mundane to sublime, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to sate your desire for shopping.

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.