The new urban trend in inner city Dallas real estate is transit-oriented development. Mixed-use properties are built on or around a transportation hub, such as a light rail station. The goal is to encourage a more integrated lifestyle with its residents as well as reduce the amount of traffic on the streets. Encouraging the use of light rail and other mass transport is also an environmentally friendly alternative to sitting in traffic.

Mockingbird Station

Built at the site of an old Dr. Pepper bottling plant and adjacent office tower, the Mockingbird Station project combines 220 lofts with an eight-screen movie theater, shops, restaurants, and office space. The Mockingbird Station project was the first of its kind in Dallas, opening in 2001.

The Park Lane Development

This massive development in north Dallas will provide 33.5 acres of residences, hotel rooms, office space, retail space, restaurants, and entertainment. The 100,000 square foot Whole Foods Market