South Arlington Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Texas

South Arlington Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Texas

Located in the heart of the Dallas-Ft. Worth area, Arlington is a thriving community with a population of more than 300,000 citizens. The southern portion of the city features many newly constructed neighborhoods that have been a popular draw for families. Excellent schools, a quality lifestyle, low housing prices, state-of-the-art healthcare facilities and all the amenities of the surrounding major metropolitan areas make South Arlington a great place to live and work. This diverse community is also a major tourist destination that is home to major names in the retail, service, and manufacturing industries. The area is centrally located allowing an easy commute for those working in Dallas or Fort Worth. The community has numerous lakes, parks and shopping malls and offers excellent access to the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Arlington schools prepare students for future employment and higher education through challenging academic programs and extra-curricular activities. Eighty percent of the student body is on an advanced education track, with about 12 percent of those students enrolled in honors courses. The AISD is also home to an acclaimed special-education program, which focuses on academic success as well as the development of life skills. The AISD includes 46 elementary, 11 junior highs, five high schools, a pre-kindergarten campus and four alternative schools. The University of Texas at Arlington, Tarrant County Junior College and Texas Christian University, offer exceptional higher education opportunities. The major employers in the area include General Motors, Texas Instruments and American Airlines.