East Dallas
Set along the gently rolling shorelines of the 1,000-plus-acre White Rock Lake, the Lakewood and East Dallas neighborhoods hold a singular appeal for those who value an active, outdoor-oriented lifestyle paired with architectural character. Nearly ten miles of paved walking and cycling trails say, drawing thousands of residents and visitors each year, along with an abundance of parks, athletic fields, dog parks, and prime bird-watching areas. The lake is also home to the Dallas United Crew, the Corinthian Sailing Club, and the beloved Bath House Cultural Center, further enriching the area’s recreational and cultural life.
Encircling the lake is a collection of neighborhoods rich in personality and architectural distinction. The hilly terrain and winding streets create a setting that has long inspired thoughtful residential design. Many homes—represented by the expert advisors at Allie Beth Allman & Associates—reflect the work of noted architects such as Clifford Hutsell, O’Neil Ford, and Charles Dilbeck, lending the area a sense of history and provenance that continues to define its appeal. Today, carefully considered new construction complements these legacy homes, offering open interiors, generous windows, and strong connections to the surrounding landscape.
Lakewood and East Dallas are generally considered to lie south of East Mockingbird Lane and North Central Expressway, extending toward Interstate 30 and as far east as Garland Road. Residents enjoy access to a wide range of public and private educational options, including Woodrow Wilson High School, widely recognized for its theater program and International Baccalaureate curriculum.
The neighborhoods’ close proximity to downtown Dallas, the Arts District, Southern Methodist University, and Deep Ellum has long attracted a diverse and engaged community of artists, attorneys, physicians, academics, and entrepreneurs. Lakewood Shopping Center serves as a social and commercial hub, where residents gather for dining, daily errands, or a round of golf across the street at Lakewood Country Club. Nearby, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden welcomes more than one million visitors annually and offers one of the city’s most celebrated settings for seasonal displays, exhibitions, and events.
Distinct enclaves within the broader Lakewood and East Dallas area include Junius Heights, the Munger Place Historic District, Swiss Avenue, Hollywood Heights, and Vickery Place—each offering its own architectural rhythm and sense of community within this storied part of Dallas.
