Some of the finest architecture and the grandest homes in Dallas have been built in Highland Park!
Many people do not that Highland Park, Texas and Beverly Hills, California have many similarities... Highland Park is to Dallas what Beverly Hills is to Los Angeles, an exclusive town surrounded by a larger city. Wilbur David Cook, the planner who laid out Beverly Hills laid out the plans for development of Highland Park. Also, Beverly Drive is one of the most desirable Highland Park streets to reside on and the street runs through the heart of the community.
The exclusive Town of Highland Park is known for it's inviting parks, breathtaking architecture, exceptional public school system, high standard of living and proximity to downtown as well as the best shopping and restaurants in the Dallas area. The well regarded Southern Methodist University and exceptionally stylish Highland Park Village shopping center are the city's crown jewels.
Highland Park Independent School District(HPISD) is a school district serving both Highland Park and University Park residents. The HPISD contains 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 intermediate school, and Highland Park High School. This award winning school district is consistently ranked among the best school district in Texas as well as the nation. Not only is Highland Park well regarded in academics, they also are consistently winning top placements in athletics. Recently Teachers are required to either have their master's degree or must attain a master's degree within five years after being hired. Over ninety-five percent of the students attend college after graduation.
A Brief History:
In 1843, Dr. John Cole of Virginia acquired 420 acres from the Republic of Texas. This acreage includes the area of what was to become both Highland Park and University Park. In 1851, Dr. Cole's son, Joseph Larkin Cole, inherited this land.
Between 1886 and 1889, Colonel Henry Exall, of Kentucky and Virginia, along with other investors, acquired the Cole property. Colonel Exall constructed a dam on Turtle Creek in 1890, creating Exall Lake, and began laying out the graveled streets. After a financial setback, Colonel Exall farmed and raised trotting horses in this area he called lomo alto (high land.)
John S. Armstrong purchased the land in 1907 and in partnership with his two sons-in-law, Hugh E. Prather, Sr., and Edgar L. Flippen began development of a residential community. They called this new development Highland Park, named because of its higher elevation and because of a plan to reserve 20% of the developed land for parks. In an area bounded by Armstrong, Abbott and Gillon Avenues and Hackberry Creek, the first lots were sold in 1909.
Highland Park and it's sister city University Park are some of the best neighborhoods in Dallas. They offer a small town, friendly feel but with a luxurious big city twist!
Looking for a home in Highland Park or University Park? Please contact me for additional information on the area or for available homes. maribethpeters@aol.com (214)520-4446
All the Best,
Maribeth Peters
Vice President & Realtor
Ellen Terry Realtors
Dallas, Texas
direct: 214-520-4446
homes@MaribethPeters.com
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