I recently made several posts referencing Transit Oriented Developments (a/k/a TOD's).  A TOD is a development project (usually mixed use or residential that is adjacent or in very close proximity to mass transit (usually rail, such as DART Rail).

Perhaps Dallas has never had a lot of TOD oriented projects until recently because the Metroplex's historical method of mass transit has been the less than glamorous bus.  But as DART Rail ridership continues to grow, the network expands and gas prices rise to historically high levels, so have the number of TOD's in Dallas (developments such The West Village, the Mockingbird Station complex and the upcoming Lake Highlands Town Center). 

And now the trend spreads even further out from Dallas.  Construction has begun on 5^th Street Crossing at Garland Station.  Due to Open in August of next year, the mixed use development will have 189 residential units, ground floor retail establishments and a 400 space parking garage.  

As gas prices continue to rise and commuting becomes more and more expensive I predict the DFW Area will see more and more of these developments, featuring rental apartments, condominiums and perhaps eventually single family homes focused on transit stations in walking distance.

And this is not a bad way to save gas, reduce pollution and cut the costs of commuting or just getting to venues in the downtown or Victory Park areas.

Looking to make a move and purchase a new home closer in to downtown in order to save gas, reduce your commute or be closer to the excitement of Dallas?  Contact me today and let me help you explore your home buying options!