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    Southlake Commercial Real Estate Market: Why Investors & Tenants Choose It

    Last updated March 30, 2026

    Southlake, TX represents one of the most stable and profitable markets for commercial real estate leasing and investment in the entire DFW metroplex - driven by unmatched demographics and limited supply.

    Key Market Statistics

    $250K+
    Median Household Income

    Among the wealthiest cities in Texas

    $1.4M
    Median Home Value

    Premium residential real estate market

    31,000+
    Population

    Affluent, growing community

    42.6
    Median Age

    Established, family-oriented residents

    $247K
    Avg Household Income

    Within 3-mile radius of Town Square

    130 Acres
    Town Square

    130-acre mixed-use district

    Key Economic Drivers

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    Corporate Presence

    Fortune 500 companies within 30 min

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    DFW Airport Access

    15 minutes to world's 3rd busiest airport

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    Carroll ISD Excellence

    Top-rated schools drive premium values

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    Town Square Draw

    Regional retail & dining destination

    Did You Know?

    Fun Facts About Southlake

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    Southlake Town Square

    Southlake Town Square is a 130-acre mixed-use development that opened in 1999. Designed by Cooper & Company as a traditional American town center, it serves as the city's downtown and draws visitors from across the DFW metroplex.

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    8 State Football Championships

    Southlake Carroll Dragons have won 8 UIL state football championships (the 5th most in Texas history) plus 3 national titles, creating legendary community pride that drives property values and local business success.

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    Ultra-Wealthy Demographics

    With a median household income exceeding $250,000 and average household income near $395,000 within the Town Square radius, Southlake is one of the wealthiest cities in the United States.

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    From 2,000 to 31,000

    In 1980, Southlake had just 2,000 residents. Today the population exceeds 31,000, representing explosive growth while maintaining its exclusive, family-oriented character.

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    Carroll ISD Excellence

    Carroll ISD consistently ranks among the top school districts in Texas. The Lone Star Cup (overall athletic excellence) has been won multiple times, and academic achievements attract families nationwide.

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    Strategic DFW Location

    Southlake sits at the intersection of highways 114 and 1709, just 15 minutes from DFW International Airport-the world's 3rd busiest airport-providing unmatched connectivity.