Your Expert Guide

Turtle Creek: The most walkable neighborhood in Dallas

There are so many great places to live in Dallas that it helps to have an expert on your side. The Neighborhood Guide presented by Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty gives you insider access from the agents who live and work there, providing in-the-know info about your possible new community.

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Real estate agent Faisal Halum, who leads the No. 1 small team in Texas as ranked by RealTrends, has owned three homes in Turtle Creek since 2005 — including his current one — proving just how much he loves the area.

"I live in Turtle Creek, so naturally I love working in the neighborhood, too," he says. "It’s in the heart of Dallas, and it’s the most walkable neighborhood in the city thanks to its close proximity to amazing restaurants, shops, parks, and trails."

The architecturally diverse area is home to some of the first high-rises ever built in Dallas, newly developed condos and townhomes, and beautiful bungalows and cottages in residential neighborhoods like Northern Hills.

"There's a type of home for every lifestyle and phase of life, from young professionals to families to retirees," says Halum. "There is also a host of exciting new projects popping up, such as The Terminal at Katy Trail, a luxury mixed-use development that includes residences, shops, and restaurants."

Halum offered up a few more of his personal favorites about life in Turtle Creek. Here's his guide to the area:

Where to eat & drink
"I love Beverley's on Fitzhugh Avenue, it's my go-to for a bite to eat," Halum says. "I’m liking Greg Katz’s new spot, Clifton Club, which opened down the street in spring 2022. Le Bilboquet and Georgie on Travis Street are also on heavy rotation."

Halum also mentions the iconic Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek: "The bar is a great place to meet a friend for a cocktail, and the restaurant is one of Dallas' most celebrated dining spots."

Where to play
"I love that health and fitness are so easy and accessible in this neighborhood," he says. "You can hit up the Katy Trail for a run or head over to Equinox for a workout. Turtle Creek Park is a relaxing spot to stroll around the creek or take your dog for a walk."

The Conservatory in Highland Park Village is just down the road, and is Halum’s favorite spot for gifts for men, women, and the home.

What to see
"The Turtle Creek neighborhood's proximity to downtown makes it one of the best spots for taking in the city’s cultural offerings," Halum says. "You're minutes away from the Dallas Museum of Art and the Nasher Sculpture Center, as well as the Dallas Theater Center. Our arts scene is thriving."

Where to live
Halum's former listing at 4347 Avondale Ave. is a modern masterpiece by renowned architect Lionel Morrison. Built in 2014, the 3,114-square-foot, two-bedroom home combines simple finishes with seamless indoor-outdoor living, creating an urban oasis in Turtle Creek.

From its white stucco exterior and Roman travertine rain screen to its unique L-shaped courtyard layout, the two-story home was designed to offer calm, comfort, and privacy.

Currently, Halum is representing The Terminal at Katy Trail and the penthouse (#2307) at One Arts Plaza. Previous significant sales in the area include #8A at the Residences at the Stoneleigh, 4011 Turtle Creek Blvd., 3628 Springbrook St., and 2801 Turtle Creek Blvd. #4E.

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Faisal Halum lives, works, and plays in Turtle Creek. For more information on buying and selling a home in the area, click here, email fhalum@briggsfreeman.com, or call 214-240-2575.

Agent Faisal Halum

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Agent Faisal Halum.

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Dallas declared one of the top 10 buyer's markets in the U.S. right now

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The tide has turned for the Dallas housing market, and buyers now have more power than ever to negotiate on their forever home, a new real estate report has confirmed.

Dallas has now become one of the top 10 strongest buyer's markets in the nation with sellers outnumbering buyers by 107 percent, Redfin's newest market trends report found.

Nationally, sellers outnumbered buyers by 58 percent in August 2026, which Redfin says is the largest gap on record. Out of the 49 most populous metros in the U.S., only five are considered seller's markets, and eight are considered "balanced" markets where the number of buyers and sellers are nearly equal.

That leaves the remaining 36 most populated U.S. metros as buyer's markets, which includes the biggest cities in the Lone Star State. In fact, four Texas cities rank among the 10 strongest buyer's markets in the country right now: Houston (No. 3), San Antonio (No. 6), Austin (No. 7), and Dallas (No. 8).

There were 30,854 sellers on the market in Dallas last month, more than double the amount of buyers (14,865). The market's tilt in favor of house hunters allows more legroom to be picky with the increased supply of available housing, while falling demand indicates less competition with other buyers.

"In most markets, buyers should negotiate on price and ask for concessions like repairs or help with closing costs," said Redfin senior economist Asad Khan. "Buyers shouldn’t assume every seller will budge, especially on a desirable home that’s already priced well, but they don’t need to rush into a deal that doesn’t feel right."

For sellers that want to stand out in a saturated market, Redfin suggests they should price their homes competitively and be prepared to negotiate.

A separate Redfin report found mid-September is the best time for Dallasites to buy a home, but other experts say hesitant shoppers have until early October to take the plunge.

Regardless of the timeline, the report warns that the recent surge of available housing is only beneficial for homebuyers that can afford it.

"High housing costs and widespread economic uncertainty have caused many would-be buyers to back off in recent years, creating the imbalance of buyers and sellers we see today," the report said.

The median price of a home in Dallas came out to $408,561 in August, though 79 percent of all home sales in the city sold for below their original asking price.

The top 10 strongest buyer's markets in the U.S. are:

No. 1 – Nashville, Tennessee
No. 2 – Miami, Florida
No. 3 – Houston, Texas
No. 4 – Orlando, Florida
No. 5 – Las Vegas, Nevada
No. 6 – San Antonio, Texas
No. 7 – Austin, Texas
No. 8 – Dallas, Texas
No. 9 – Atlanta, Georgia
No. 10 – Phoenix, Arizona

"Nashville, Texas, and Florida are home to robust buyer’s markets partly because they have some of the most active homebuilding pipelines in the country, with newly built homes continuing to hit the market even as demand cools," the report said.

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