Retreat at Firewheel, Garland

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The Retreat at Firewheel is a dense, planned suburban neighborhood in Garland characterized by uniform housing and high walkability. While the area offers a calm, visually appealing environment with low noise levels, it lacks significant commercial activity and local businesses.

Key Highlights

Moderate PrivacyHighly WalkableUpscale and SpaciousPet Friendly SpacesSemi-rural feelQuiet and RemoteQuiet EnvironmentPoor Air QualityLow Industrial PresenceLower Insurance CoverageLargely ConservativeBalanced Age MixModerate Flood Risk
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About Retreat at Firewheel

The Retreat at Firewheel is a quiet, residential enclave defined by its planned road network and uniform architectural style. It maintains a high level of visual appeal and provides a peaceful atmosphere for residents, with acoustic comfort levels that remain steady despite the surrounding suburban density. The neighborhood is well-integrated into the local infrastructure, benefiting from strong flood safety protocols and a layout that encourages pedestrian movement throughout its residential tracts.

While the area excels in walkability, it remains primarily residential with few on-site commercial amenities, requiring residents to travel for shopping and dining. The neighborhood serves as a stable option for those prioritizing a quiet, predictable living environment over a high-energy urban experience. Prospective residents should note the limited local business presence and consider the broader regional access provided by its location within Garland, which is served by the Garland Independent School District.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 6 out of 10

Residential spacing offers a moderate level of separation between neighbors. According to iHuus data, this area provides slightly more buffer between properties than the Garland average.

Ranked #1 in Garland →
Walkability
Score: 9.8 out of 10

Pedestrian movement is well-supported by wide sidewalks on both sides of the street and frequent crossings. According to iHuus data, this level of accessibility is significantly higher than the Garland average.

Ranked #10 in Garland →
Visual Appeal
Score: 8 out of 10

Large homes and premium amenities create a highly attractive environment. According to iHuus data, the visual quality of this area is notably higher than the Garland average.

Ranked #1 in Garland →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 6.7 out of 10

Connected green spaces and wide paths offer safe areas for walking pets away from traffic. This area is slightly more dog friendly than the Garland average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #47 in Garland →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 7.1 out of 10

Open land and scattered greenery provide a more semi-rural atmosphere than the typical Garland residential area. According to iHuus data, the landscape features a mix of dense suburban tracts and pockets of undeveloped space.

Ranked #14 in Garland →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 4.2 out of 10

Low density housing and significant open space define this area; according to iHuus data, the level of activity and commercial presence is consistent with the Garland average.

Ranked #34 in Garland →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 7.1 out of 10

Acoustic levels remain low, with noise limited to infrequent trains or distant vehicles. According to iHuus data, this area is significantly quieter than the Garland average.

Ranked #2 in Garland →
Air Quality
Score: 2 out of 10

Frequent unhealthy air quality levels pose a significant risk to sensitive groups. According to iHuus data, the air quality in this area is notably worse than the Garland average.

Ranked #66 in Garland →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 8.4 out of 10

Primarily residential streets and open green spaces characterize this area, with only minor utility infrastructure present in the southwest corner. This level of industrial proximity is consistent with the Garland average.

Ranked #58 in Garland →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 4.2 out of 10

Health insurance enrollment among residents is slightly below the Garland average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #61 in Garland →
Ideological Lean
Score: 3.6 out of 10

Political leanings in this area trend more conservative than the Garland average. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood maintains a conservative majority with a small presence of opposing viewpoints.

Ranked #81 in Garland →
Population Age Profile
Score: 4.8 out of 10

A diverse range of age groups resides here, including young adults, families, and seniors. This demographic spread is largely consistent with the broader Garland area according to iHuus data.

Ranked #37 in Garland →
Flood Safety
Score: 6.8 out of 10

Some residual flood risk exists within this area because it is located within a 500-year floodplain. According to iHuus data, the safety level here is notably higher than the Garland city average.

Ranked #16 in Garland →

Address-Level Insights for Retreat at Firewheel

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Walkabilityavg 7.61
Score: 9.8 out of 10
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Acoustic Comfortavg 4.47
Score: 7.1 out of 10
Score: 4.2 out of 10
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Privacy Indexavg 5.66
Score: 6 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 6.66
Score: 8 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
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Dog Friendlinessavg 6.45
Score: 6.7 out of 10
Score: 4.4 out of 10
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.72
Score: 7.1 out of 10
Score: 6.5 out of 10
Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.25
Score: 4.2 out of 10
Score: 3.4 out of 10
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 4.8
Score: 4.2 out of 10
Score: 4.2 out of 10
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Air Qualityavg 3.41
Score: 2 out of 10
Score: 4 out of 10
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Industrial Proximityavg 8.38
Score: 8.4 out of 10
Score: 7.5 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 3.27
Score: 6.8 out of 10
Score: 2.7 out of 10
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Ideological Leanavg 6.34
Score: 3.6 out of 10
Score: 5.2 out of 10
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Population Age Profileavg 4.65
Score: 4.8 out of 10
Score: 4.4 out of 10
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Fire Safety
Score: not available
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School Quality
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School Districts Serving Retreat at Firewheel

Garland Independent School District
Grades K–1269 schoolsRatings 4–10/10
7/10
Austin Acad For ExcellMiddle
10/10
Classical Center At Brandenburg MiddleMiddle
10/10
Luna ElElementary
10/10
Lakeview Centennial H SHigh
10/10
N Garland H SHigh
10/10
Shorehaven ElElementary
10/10
Classical Center At Vial ElElementary
10/10
Walnut Glen Acad For ExcelElementary
10/10
Bradfield ElElementary
10/10
Garland H SHigh
10/10
B H Freeman At Golden Meadows ElElementary
10/10
Hillside Acad For ExcelElementary
10/10
Jackson Technology CenterMiddle
10/10
Kimberlin Acad For ExcelElementary
10/10
Northlake ElElementary
10/10
Watson Technology CenterElementary
10/10
John W Armstrong ElElementary
10/10
Parsons Pre-K CtrPrekindergarten
10/10
Keeley ElElementary
10/10
Cisneros Pre-K CtrPrekindergarten
10/10
Beaver Technology CenterElementary
10/10
Abbett ElElementary
10/10
Sachse H SHigh
10/10
B G Hudson MiddleMiddle
8/10
Heather Glen ElElementary
8/10
Roach ElElementary
8/10
Toler ElElementary
8/10
Bullock ElElementary
8/10
Spring Creek ElElementary
8/10
Daugherty ElElementary
8/10
Hickman ElElementary
8/10
Montclair ElElementary
8/10
O'banion MiddleMiddle
8/10
Weaver ElElementary
8/10
Herfurth ElElementary
8/10
Rowlett H SHigh
8/10
Vernal Lister ElElementary
8/10
Handley Stem ElElementary
8/10
Webb MiddleMiddle
8/10
Naaman Forest H SHigh
8/10
Caldwell ElElementary
6/10
Back ElElementary
6/10
Davis ElElementary
6/10
Ethridge ElElementary
6/10
Sam Houston MiddleMiddle
6/10
Md Williams ElElementary
6/10
Sellers MiddleMiddle
6/10
Robert B Sewell ElElementary
6/10
Cooper ElElementary
6/10
Rowlett ElElementary
6/10
Shugart ElElementary
6/10
S Garland H SHigh
6/10
George Washington Carver ElElementary
6/10
Liberty Grove ElElementary
6/10
Coyle Middle Technology Center For Math & ScienceMiddle
6/10
Lyles Collegiate MiddleMiddle
6/10
Southgate Stem ElElementary
6/10
Club Hill Stem ElElementary
6/10
Norma Dorsey ElElementary
6/10
Bussey MiddleMiddle
4/10
Vernon Schrade MiddleMiddle
4/10
Steadham ElElementary
4/10
Nita Pearson ElElementary
4/10
Couch Collegiate Prep ElElementary
4/10
Katherine Stephens ElElementary
4/10
Garland AecOther
Not rated
Memorial Pathway Academy H SHigh
Not rated
P A S S Learning CtrHigh
Not rated
Gilbreath-Reed Career And Technical CenterHigh
Not rated
Plano Independent School District
Grades K–1277 schoolsRatings 2–10/10
7/10
Haggard MiddleMiddle
10/10
Schimelpfenig MiddleMiddle
10/10
Mathews ElElementary
10/10
Barksdale ElElementary
10/10
Haun ElElementary
10/10
Bethany ElElementary
10/10
Rice MiddleMiddle
10/10
Centennial ElElementary
10/10
Stinson ElElementary
10/10
Wyatt ElElementary
10/10
Andrews ElElementary
10/10
Boggess ElElementary
10/10
Murphy MiddleMiddle
10/10
Hunt ElElementary
10/10
Academy H SHigh
10/10
Hedgcoxe ElElementary
10/10
Hughston ElElementary
10/10
Saigling ElElementary
10/10
Gulledge ElElementary
10/10
Jasper H SSecondary
10/10
Skaggs ElElementary
10/10
Beverly ElElementary
10/10
Hightower ElElementary
10/10
Robinson MiddleMiddle
10/10
Plano Sr H SHigh
8/10
Shepard ElElementary
8/10
Wells ElElementary
8/10
Huffman ElElementary
8/10
Hendrick MiddleMiddle
8/10
Miller ElElementary
8/10
Plano West Senior H SHigh
8/10
Hickey ElElementary
8/10
Beaty Early Childhood SchoolPrekindergarten
8/10
Pearson Early ChildhoodPrekindergarten
8/10
Mccall ElElementary
8/10
Otto MiddleMiddle
8/10
Isaacs Early Childhood SchoolPrekindergarten
8/10
Head StartPrekindergarten
8/10
Schell ElElementary
8/10
Haggar ElElementary
8/10
Davis ElElementary
8/10
Harrington ElElementary
8/10
Meadows ElElementary
8/10
Vines H SSecondary
8/10
Dooley ElElementary
8/10
Plano East Sr H SHigh
8/10
Carlisle ElElementary
8/10
Brinker ElElementary
8/10
Renner MiddleMiddle
8/10
Wilson MiddleMiddle
8/10
Bowman MiddleMiddle
8/10
Jackson ElElementary
6/10
Williams H SSecondary
6/10
Clark H SSecondary
6/10
Mitchell ElElementary
6/10
Barron ElElementary
6/10
Mcmillen H SSecondary
6/10
Rasor ElElementary
6/10
Mendenhall ElElementary
6/10
Frankford MiddleMiddle
6/10
Aldridge ElElementary
6/10
Carpenter MiddleMiddle
6/10
Thomas ElElementary
4/10
Armstrong MiddleMiddle
4/10
Daffron ElElementary
4/10
Forman ElElementary
4/10
Memorial ElElementary
4/10
Shepton H SSecondary
4/10
Christie ElElementary
4/10
Sigler ElElementary
2/10
Weatherford ElElementary
2/10
Regional Day Sch For DeafElementary
Not rated
E-SchoolHigh
Not rated
Itinerant Sp EdOther
Not rated
Guinn Special Programs CenterOther
Not rated
Adult Transition CenterHigh
Not rated
Plano JjaepSecondary
Not rated

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Retreat at Firewheel a walkable neighborhood?
Yes, the neighborhood features a planned road network that achieves a high walkability score, making it easy for residents to navigate the area on foot.
What is the atmosphere like in the Retreat at Firewheel?
The area is a calm, dense suburban tract with uniform housing and significant green space, offering a quiet environment with low noise levels.
What school district serves the Retreat at Firewheel?
The neighborhood is served by the Garland Independent School District, which is known for its choice of school model and specialized magnet programs.