The City Of Denton, Texas

General Information

Individuals choose a Denton, Texas relocation because of the city's position as a large suburb of Dallas. Located a short drive away from the heart of Dallas, many individuals consider a commute to the larger city for employment worth it for the small town atmosphere of living in Denton. These features have combined to make the city the 9th fastest growing city in the nation. The number of individuals looking to move to the area has sometimes outpaced the availability of housing in the city, but in recent years developers have seemed to keep pace with the population growth. The city currently has a population of nearly 110,000 individuals.

Named as one of the top 100 places to live in the nation, Denton is a thriving community that has a lot to offer its residents. It's location at the northwest corner of Dallas allows its residents to also enjoy many of the amenities of the big city. Having the best of both worlds is reason enough for many individuals to consider a move from the big city to the suburb. The climate of the area is also very desirable to many individuals. Even though the city can become pretty hot in the summer, it is not humid because the city is not near any large bodies of water. The winters are mild with little precipitation and the temperature rarely dips below freezing.

Economy

Individuals that purchase Denton real estate typically have a choice in the area of employment they would like to pursue. There are numerous small businesses within the city that offer employment opportunities to the residents and the two largest employers in the city are the local government and the school system. If a resident prefers employment beyond the city's borders, they can typically find employment in the nearby Dallas-Fort Worth -Arlington metropolitan area or any of the surrounding suburbs of the area. A large number of the residents of the area choose to make this commute due to the high number of corporate headquarters and large businesses located in the metropolitan area.

Denton homes are aligned along attractive streets with little traffic and calming traffic patterns. The housing units in the area number close to 33,000, but because of the popularity of the area, typically less than 2,000 units are on the market at any given time. Most of the housing units available in the area are single family homes, although there are a few apartments and condos available as well. Individuals that are looking to purchase Denton real estate may find themselves in stiff competition for the best properties and many individuals that purchase real estate in the city remain at their location for many years.

Lifestyle

Although there are several entertainment venues located within the city limits, many of the residents of Denton choose to travel into Dallas for their entertainment needs. The nearby metropolitan area has hundred of entertainment venues which showcase a wide variety of performances, such as theater, dance, musical concerts, comedy shows, and even professional sports matches. Dallas always has world class entertainment available. There are also numerous dining establishments located throughout the city, featuring cuisine from areas all over the world.

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