Senter, Irving
Updated June 22, 2026 · 8,462 residents
Senter is a quiet, established residential neighborhood in Irving defined by its mid-century housing and proximity to the city's inaugural municipal park. The area offers a blend of suburban living and industrial access, though residents should note the high proximity to logistics hubs and significant flood risk.
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About Senter
The Senter neighborhood in Irving, Texas, is anchored by Senter Park, which holds historical significance as the city’s very first municipal park. In 1931, during the Great Depression, the town purchased the land for the park from the local Senter family under the administration of Mayor Dr. John Haley. Located just south of Irving's historic Heritage District, the residential area surrounding the park developed primarily during the mid-20th century, with traditional single-family brick and frame homes dating from the 1950s through the 1970s. Senter Park itself serves as a vital community hub, featuring the Senter Park Recreation Center and Senter East Building. The area is currently undergoing a major modern transformation with a multi-million dollar redevelopment to convert its historic outdoor pool into a state-of-the-art, year-round indoor aquatic center and natatorium.
The neighborhood features a traditional grid of single-family brick and frame homes constructed between the 1950s and 1970s. It maintains a calm, suburban atmosphere, characterized by a mix of residential streets and nearby commercial services. While the area provides convenient access to local dining and community facilities, the landscape is heavily influenced by its proximity to major logistics hubs and industrial freight corridors. According to iHuus data, the environment is marked by a moderate level of road traffic noise, and the existing infrastructure reflects a standard suburban density with consistent sidewalk coverage. Prospective residents should weigh the benefits of a central location against specific livability trade-offs. The area faces notable challenges, including a high risk of flooding and limited private outdoor space for pet owners due to narrow sidewalk verges. While the local Irving Independent School District provides specialized career and technical education programs, overall academic outcomes vary across neighborhood campuses. The neighborhood is best suited for those who prioritize proximity to major transit routes and established community amenities over luxury aesthetics or high-end walkability.
Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities
Residential lots provide a standard amount of separation between neighbors, offering slightly more privacy than the typical Irving average. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood features a consistent suburban grid with moderate density and established side yards.
Established sidewalks and a dense grid of low-traffic residential streets facilitate safe walking, though some major roads lack pedestrian buffers. This level of connectivity is slightly below the Irving city average according to iHuus data.
Uniform tract housing and mid-range apartments define the visual landscape, which is slightly below the Irving average for visual variety. Properties typically feature consistent rooflines and modest yard spaces according to iHuus data.
Access to large parks and athletic trails provides good opportunities for exercise, though the immediate street grid lacks significant public green space. According to iHuus data, overall pet-friendly amenities in this area are slightly below the Irving city average.
Frequent open land and scattered residential clusters create a landscape that is slightly more rural than the Irving average. Residents will find a mix of wooded areas and open fields interspersed with low-density housing according to iHuus data.
Suburban streets and industrial corridors create a tranquil atmosphere with limited commercial density. According to iHuus data, the level of activity and social vibrancy here is slightly below the Irving city average.
Steady sounds from nearby busy streets characterize the area, though acoustic levels remain slightly more tranquil than the Irving average according to iHuus data.
Air quality levels fluctuate between acceptable and unhealthy, presenting occasional concerns for sensitive groups. This pattern is largely consistent with the broader Irving area, according to iHuus data.
Industrial presence is minimal throughout most of the area, though some residents may notice localized noise or dust from nearby wastewater treatment and quarrying operations. According to iHuus data, this level of industrial proximity is slightly lower than the Irving average.
Health insurance coverage is notably lower in Senter than in the rest of Irving. According to iHuus data, a small portion of the resident population is covered by health insurance plans.
Political leanings in this area are evenly split, representing a slightly more moderate landscape than the Irving city average according to iHuus data.
Residents live alongside a balanced mix of young adults, families, and seniors. According to iHuus data, this age distribution is slightly more varied than the average found across Irving.
Significant flood risk exists here due to being located within a designated floodplain. According to iHuus data, this level of risk is considerably higher than the average for Irving.
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| Dimension | Senter | Bear Creek |
|---|---|---|
| 🚶 Walkabilityavg 7.64 | ||
| 🔊 Acoustic Comfortavg 4.08 | ||
| 🤫 Privacy Indexavg 5.22 | ||
| 🎨 Visual Appealavg 6.37 | ||
| 🐕 Dog Friendlinessavg 6.65 | ||
| 🗺️ Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.69 | ||
| ✨ Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.62 | ||
| 🏥 Health Insurance Coverageavg 5.16 | ||
| 🌿 Air Qualityavg 4.08 | ||
| 🏭 Industrial Proximityavg 7.88 | ||
| 🌊 Flood Safetyavg 3.48 | ||
| 🗳️ Ideological Leanavg 6.48 | ||
| 👥 Population Age Profileavg 4.39 | ||
| 🔥 Fire Safety | ||
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Senter Rankings
School Districts Serving Senter
Grand Prairie ISD is a district in a significant state of transition, balancing a prestigious portfolio of high-performing specialized academies against systemic financial and demographic challenges. While the district maintains several top-tier schools and a solid 'B' rating from Niche, it is currently grappling with a $17.6 million budget deficit, declining enrollment, and controversial consolidation plans involving the closure of multiple campuses. Leadership is actively working to restore stability and community trust, but the sharp divide between its elite 'Choice' programs and struggling neighborhood schools, combined with significant fiscal restructuring, places the district in a 'Mixed' standing as it navigates operational optimization.
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Irving ISD is a stable, mid-tier district characterized by exceptional career and technical education (CTE) and specialized academies, balanced against inconsistent performance in its neighborhood elementary and middle schools. The district demonstrates strong operational health with successful bond management, competitive teacher recruitment strategies, and high community trust in its extracurricular and vocational pipelines. While ground truth data highlights a significant number of campuses with lower proficiency ratings, recent mid-2026 reporting shows measurable gains in early literacy and a proactive board focused on closing achievement gaps. It remains a 'mixed' environment where outcomes vary significantly by campus, but the organizational trajectory is bolstered by financial discipline and specialized academic success.
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Below average outcomes; significant attendance and academic challenges.
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