Park Terrace, Carrollton
Updated · 481 residents
Park Terrace is a quiet, residential neighborhood in Carrollton characterized by its grid-based street layout and proximity to local park space. The area offers a stable suburban environment with high health insurance coverage and a lack of industrial hazards, though residents should be aware of significant flood risk.
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About Park Terrace
Park Terrace is a primarily residential enclave located in Carrollton, featuring a mix of single-family homes and apartment complexes. The neighborhood maintains a quiet atmosphere with limited commercial activity, anchored by institutional landmarks like the Northside Baptist Church. Residents benefit from a grid-based street network that supports pedestrian movement, alongside access to nearby public parks equipped with ballfields and grassy verges, making the area suitable for dog owners and those seeking a low-key suburban lifestyle.
While the neighborhood offers a stable environment with strong health insurance coverage and an absence of industrial hazards, there are notable trade-offs to consider. The housing stock consists of standard tract homes with closely spaced lots, which limits backyard privacy. Furthermore, the area faces significant flood safety concerns, and the overall aesthetic is typical of mid-density suburban development. Prospective residents who prioritize a quiet, predictable setting within the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District will find this area a practical, though modest, choice.
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Standard suburban lot densities provide a modest amount of separation between homes. According to iHuus data, this level of spacing offers slightly more privacy than the Carrollton average.
Low-traffic residential streets and sidewalks facilitate easy movement, although some edges near main roads lack pedestrian infrastructure. According to iHuus data, walkability here is slightly below the Carrollton average.
Dense residential plots feature uniform architecture and small yards, making the area less visually varied than much of Carrollton. While some homes include backyard pools, houses are spaced closely together according to iHuus data.
Expansive public parks and wide, grassy verges provide ample space for pets. According to iHuus data, the presence of connected green spaces and safe paths makes this area slightly more dog friendly than the Carrollton average.
Residential areas feature a mix of single-family homes and apartment complexes with nearby park infrastructure. This landscape is largely consistent with the broader Carrollton area.
Low levels of commercial activity and limited business density create a tranquil environment, though this makes the area less lively than much of Carrollton. According to iHuus data, the landscape is primarily composed of greenery and residential streets with very few nearby amenities.
Acoustic levels are notably lower than the Carrollton average, consisting primarily of infrequent trains or distant vehicle traffic. According to iHuus data, residents can expect a more tranquil environment than most parts of the city.
Air quality levels fluctuate between acceptable and unhealthy, presenting occasional concerns for sensitive groups. According to iHuus data, these conditions are slightly worse than the Carrollton average.
No warehouses, industrial facilities, or heavy manufacturing hazards are present within the area. This neighborhood is more residential in character than the Carrollton average, consisting only of residential and light commercial zones.
Health insurance enrollment is significantly higher than the Carrollton average, according to iHuus data. Most residents in this area have access to medical coverage.
Political views in this area are evenly split between conservative and liberal leanings, representing a more moderate landscape than the Carrollton average according to iHuus data.
Residents live alongside a balanced mix of young professionals, families, and seniors. This demographic variety is slightly more diverse than the average found throughout Carrollton, according to iHuus data.
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| Dimension | Park Terrace | Bel Air of Josey Ranch |
|---|---|---|
| 🚶 Walkabilityavg 9.01 | ||
| 🔊 Acoustic Comfortavg 4.24 | ||
| 🤫 Privacy Indexavg 5.73 | ||
| 🎨 Visual Appealavg 7.3 | ||
| 🐕 Dog Friendlinessavg 7.81 | ||
| 🗺️ Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.62 | ||
| ✨ Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.47 | ||
| 🏥 Health Insurance Coverageavg 6.84 | ||
| 🌿 Air Qualityavg 4.71 | ||
| 🏭 Industrial Proximityavg 8.68 | ||
| 🌊 Flood Safetyavg 4.8 | ||
| 🗳️ Ideological Leanavg 5.75 | ||
| 👥 Population Age Profileavg 4.79 | ||
| 🔥 Fire Safety | ||
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Below average outcomes; significant attendance and academic challenges.
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