Not to be confused with the nearby city of Highland Village, Highland Park offers an extravagant foray into the good life. Affluence and leisure pepper Highland Park and make it a premier community within the vast Lone Star State. While deemed one of the wealthiest areas in Texas, this unique enclave is also rich in culture and history, dating back to the end of the 19th century.

Real Estate

In Highland Park, luxury weaves through every thread of life. Residential homes often reflect grand designs and architectural achievements. Home value can typically total in the millions — the median sale price of a Highland Park home in 2013 was $1.2 million. In addition, many of the most beloved architectural styles dot the community’s landscape. Elegant dwellings created with Colonial, Mediterranean, and Tudor flavor sit upon prized estates, admired as much for their craftsmanship as their worth. Custom-built and contemporary homes offer an extra opportunity for extravagance, as home owners often import and incorporate the highest-quality materials into their interior and exterior design.

Community

Generations of families have called this longstanding community their home partly because of its commitment to quality living. Highland Park Independent School District ranks among the most lauded districts in the state, and boasts one of the best sports programs in the nation. Recreational areas, such as Flippen Park and Lakeside Park, offer lush landscapes and family-friendly fun around the year. With residents ranging from powerful CEOs to celebrated artists, the Highland Park community can provide kinship for highly successful professionals in any industry.

Shopping and Leisure

Largely considered one of America’s first shopping centers, Highland Park Village offers extravagance at every turn. Boutiques for high-fashion brands such as Alexander McQueen and Stella McCartney and designer jewelry stores populate the shopping center and underscore the community’s appreciation for the finer things. Beautiful finds at Highland Park’s art galleries can add a splash of color and creativity to the interior decor of any home. The community’s cinema offerings include international and foreign-language films, as well as more mainstream fare for those who want to catch the latest blockbuster.

Restaurants

In addition to its other fine attributes, Highland Park also boasts a thriving dining scene. Residents can enjoy the naturally lush landscape of this legendary Dallas suburb while grabbing drinks or enjoying a hearty dinner at one of Highland Park’s many top restaurants. Bijoux and Hibiscus maintain a reputation for delicious food by serving only the best in French and American cuisine, respectively. The best of Mediterranean, Italian, Mexican, and Japanese food can also be savored by those willing to explore all that Highland Park has to offer.

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