Where University Park is
University Park lies directly north of Highland Park, generally between Northwest Highway to the north, Central Expressway, US 75, to the east and the Dallas North Tollway area to the west. Preston Center sits at its northern edge, around Northwest Highway and Preston Road. Check the city's map for an exact address near an edge.
Houses and streets
Most streets are a regular grid of single-family homes on smaller lots than Preston Hollow, from early twentieth century houses to new construction that replaced older homes. Lovers Lane runs east to west through the city. Snider Plaza, near SMU, has shops and restaurants within walking distance of many streets.
Because land is limited, the lot is often a large part of a home's value. DCAD lists land and improvement values separately. The city has its own permits and building rules, so check them before planning an addition or a rebuild.
Schools: which district and how to check
University Park is served by Highland Park ISD. Use the district's own attendance information to see which campus serves an exact address, and call its enrollment office to confirm before you buy if a specific school matters to you. Taxes include the University Park city rate, the Highland Park ISD rate and the Dallas County units. The DCAD account lists each one.
Getting around
Central Expressway, US 75, runs along the east side and the Dallas North Tollway along the west, with Northwest Highway to the north. DART's Mockingbird Station is near the southeast corner. Love Field is a short drive west. Drive times depend on the hour and your route.
