Awesome Apartments

Looking for a new apartment? These are the top 5 properties for 2017.

The only thing better than living in a swank apartment in the hottest part of Dallas is moving in right before the building becomes the new "it" locale. But how do you find that perfect urban homestead, before everyone else is clamoring to live there too?

You talk to Dallas Apartment Locators, located above Mi Cocina in the West Village, who for eight years have been helping Dallasites and Texas transplants nail down their ideal new home, often with bonuses like free rent that otherwise might have gone unclaimed. These licensed Realtors take into account your preferences for area, budget, amenities, and timeline, and can find exactly what you're looking for — all for free.

Few know the local apartment market like they do, so Dallas Apartment Locators shared some inside info on the top five most up-and-coming communities. Take note, for you might be reading about your new home.

Knox Heights
This brand-new building in the Knox-Henderson area is within walking distance of shops — some are even right under your apartment — restaurants, and the Katy Trail. The floorplans range from studio to three-bedroom, and some are even in a split-level loft style. Some of the units have small yards, which is ideal for pet owners, and there is a communal dog run. First move-in is in December.

One Oak Grove
The newest apartment community in West Village area offers floor-to-ceiling windows in select units, so you can gaze out over one of Dallas' most vibrant neighborhoods. The rooftop terrace, fully equipped fitness center, and complimentary Starbucks coffee bar make everyday life feel like vacation. There's a move-in special to be had at this mid-rise too: up to two months free.

One Uptown
The newest high-rise in Uptown has everything from studios to penthouses available in its distinctive 20 stories. City views, walkability, easy access to bars and restaurants, Whole Foods just down the street — the hashtag #OneUp says it all. It's also home to a Dallas first: a glass-bottom pool, which complements the Sky Deck on the building's rooftop. Two hospitality suites make hosting out-of-town guests a breeze, especially with the help of the 24-hour concierge.

Stella
Located in the exclusive State Thomas neighborhood, this complex has easy access to Uptown and downtown. A rooftop lounge and designer upgrades — think quartz countertops, extra-high ceilings, wood flooring, and spacious closets — give it modern, urban appeal, and right now there's the possibility of free rent for up to six weeks. And don't forget about the little details, such as USB charger outlets and unlimited hot water in the units and some truly addictive complementary coffee in the lobby.

Victory Place
This Victory Park high-rise might not be opening until March, but you'd be smart to pre-lease now. Neighbors like the American Airlines Center and W Dallas Victory Hotel, plus easy access to the Katy Trail and countless restaurants, make this urban living with modern conveniences. Of course there is a state-of-the-art fitness center and rooftop pool, along with 24/7 concierge services. A 700-square-foot studio starts at $1,315.

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Dallas Apartment Locators can be reached at 214-999-1161 or info@dallasapartmentlocators.co.

Victory Place puts the AAC, Katy Trail, and countless restaurants at your doorstep.

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Victory Place puts the AAC, Katy Trail, and countless restaurants at your doorstep.

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Booming Dallas suburb was the fastest-growing city in the U.S. in 2024

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Dallas' population has grown to nealry 1.33 million residents.

The Dallas suburb of Princeton grew faster than any other city in the United States in 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

The new population report said Princeton's population has more than doubled in the last five years. The city saw a dramatic growth rate of 30.6 percent from July 2023 to July 2024, now boasting a population of just over 37,000 residents. The suburb is located 42 miles northeast from downtown Dallas.

The report also revealed Dallas retained its No. 9 spot on the list of the 15 most populous cities in the U.S. Dallas gained more than 23,000 residents during the one-year period, bringing the city's population to 1,326,087 people in 2024.

Elsewhere across North Texas, Fort Worth surpassed 1 million residents and eclipsed Austin as the 11th largest city in the nation. Fort Worth had the fifth-highest numeric increase in population last year, 23,442 residents, to bring the city's total population to 1,008,106 residents.

Houston and San Antonio were the only Texas cities to have higher numerical growth rates than Fort Worth. Houston gained 43,217 residents – the second-highest increase nationwide – while San Antonio ranked No. 4 in growth with an additional 23,945 residents.

Austin has yet to surpass the 1 million population threshold and has a population of 993,588 residents, the report says. The city now ranks 13th on the list of most populous U.S. cities after ranking 11th in 2024.

Sandwiched between No. 11-Fort Worth and No. 13-Austin is San Jose, California, whose population of 997,368 puts it in the 12-largest spot.

Fastest growing U.S. cities
Six additional Texas cities made the list of fastest-growing U.S. cities, with several in the DFW Metroplex:

Fulshear, near Houston (No. 2) with 26.7 percent growth (54,629 total population)
Celina (No. 4) with 18.2 percent growth (51,661 total population)
Anna (No. 5) with 14.6 percent growth (31,986 total population)
Fate (No. 8) with 11.4 percent growth (27,467 total population)
Melissa (No. 11) with 10 percent growth (26,194 total population)
Hutto, near Austin (No. 13) with 9.4 percent growth (42,661 total population)

The Austin suburb of Georgetown's growth has continued to slow since 2023, and it no longer appears in the list of fastest-growing cities. However, it did surpass 100,000 residents in 2024.

San Angelo, a small city in West Texas, also surpassed the 100,000-population threshold.

Most populous U.S. cities in 2024
New York City maintained its stronghold as the biggest in America in 2024, boasting a population of nearly 8.5 million residents. Los Angeles and Chicago also retained second and third place, with respective populations of nearly 3.88 million and more than 2.7 million residents.

"Cities in the Northeast that had experienced population declines in 2023 are now experiencing significant population growth, on average," said Crystal Delbé, a statistician in the Census Bureau’s Population Division. "In fact, cities of all sizes, in all regions, showed faster growth and larger gains than in 2023, except for small cities in the South, whose average population growth rate remained the same."

The 15 populous U.S. cities as of July 1, 2024 were:

No. 1 – New York, New York (8.48 million)
No. 2 – Los Angeles, California (3.88 million)
No. 3 – Chicago, Illinois (2.72 million)
No. 4 – Houston, Texas (2.39 million)
No. 5 – Phoenix, Arizona (1.67 million)
No. 6 – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (1.57 million)
No. 7 – San Antonio, Texas (1.53 million)
No. 8 – San Diego, California (1.4 million)
No. 9 – Dallas, Texas (1.33 million)
No. 10 – Jacksonville, Florida (1 million)
No. 11 – Fort Worth, Texas (1 million)
No. 12 – San Jose, California (997,368)
No. 13 – Austin, Texas (993,588)
No. 14 – Charlotte, North Carolina (943,476)
No. 15 – Columbus, Ohio (933,263)

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Awesome Apartments

Looking for a new apartment? These are the top 5 properties for 2017.

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