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Grapevine, TX vs Southlake

Two popular TX suburbs of Dallas, side by side. Here's how they compare on the metrics that matter most to families.

School rating
8/10
10/10
Commute to Dallas
25 min
35 min
Median home price
$580K
$1.3M
Annual property tax
$11K
$28K
Walk score
60
40
Density
suburban
suburban

Summary: Grapevine, TX leads in 4 of 6 metrics. It edges out on commute to dallas, median home price, annual property tax, walk score. The best choice depends on your family's priorities.

Character & vibe

Grapevine, TX

Grapevine, TX — a neighborhood/town in the Downtown Dallas area.

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Southlake

The Summit of DFW. Carroll ISD is top-rated, Town Square is charming, money is quiet.

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Who should pick which?

Pick Grapevine, TX if you...

  • ·Want the shortest commute to Dallas
  • ·Need to keep your home budget in check
  • ·Value walkability and a pedestrian-friendly downtown
  • ·Want lower annual property taxes

Pick Southlake if you...

  • ·Prioritize top-rated schools above all else
  • ·Drawn to the quiet character

Still deciding?

Burbia scores both Grapevine, TX and Southlake - and every other town in the Dallas-Fort Worth Area - based on your specific commute, budget, and priorities. Not a generic list.

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