The Oak Cliff area in Dallas is known as one of the oldest neighborhoods in Dallas. It lies on the banks of the Trinity River, which has tributaries all throughout Dallas.
Oak Cliff is known as the melting pot of many cultures. This can be seen in the architecture that dates back to the early 1920’s and in the different cultures that comprise this area. The people who live in Oak Cliff are very proud of their town not only because it offers a rich culture and history, but also because there is a strong sense of community. To illustrate, there is a community of mothers in Oak Cliff known as RECPTA. This group of women are always on hand to help other residents who are in need for basic information and items. This includes anything from helping someone locate a great dance teacher to finding places that sell important items at discount prices to getting a canopy for someone who needs shade for an event. Known as the Mommy Mafia, this group has been around for over 85 years.
Southwest Dallas features a number of neighborhoods that have distinctive characteristics. Here, you can find 11 well-known and reputable home builders who build new home communities in this region. This area also features some of the best scenery. It sits on a limestone hill surrounded by oak trees and cedar trees. There are different neighborhoods and enclaves where you’ll find modern glass structures that look like spaceships and gigantic mansions especially along Kessler Park and North Hampton Road. Don’t be fooled into thinking that this old town has nothing new to offer when it is bustling with breathtaking sites and glass sculptures you have never seen.
Southwest Dallas has a number of great schools where residents can send their children to. The magnet school of Science & Engineering stands out in the area. It is regarded as the best school of its kind in the US. Children can excel in some of the fastest growing fields in the nation prepping students for a bright future in higher education and their professional growth.
Oak Cliff has been described as a great place for artists and musicians to move to because the environment fosters creativity. In addition to the creative spirit, you can also expect the usual entertaining amenities like cinemas, skateboard parks, watersports and outdoor water activities along the Trinity River. Oak Cliff has a lot of parks, which is great for people who love the outdoors. It is one of the most walkable towns in Dallas. The area known as Bishop Arts has a variety of things to do including shopping for art pieces and other crafty items. You can find a number of great restaurants serving American-style cuisines and Asian cuisines with a Mexican flare in this area too. Whether young or old and single or married, everyone can find something appealing in the Oak Hills and Southwest area of Dallas.
