Moving to Northlake-Northlake City Guide(and Denton County Area)

We are so happy you are thinking of joining our wonderful new home community in the Northlake area. We’re sure you have quite a few questions about Northlake, TX, and the surrounding towns and neighborhoods near Denton County. The City of Northlake, TX, is relatively young, having been incorporated just over sixty years ago, in 1960. At that time, the Northlake area consisted of mostly ranch land, but residents were eager to see their beloved spot grow into its own town.

Northlake, Texas is a family-oriented small town of 8,827 people (based on 2022 data from the U.S. Census bureau) in the northwestern section of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Our rural community is one of the fastest growing suburbs in DFW. We know you probably have a lot of questions about the city of Northlake, such as, “What is the History of Northlake”, “Where is Northlake, Texas located”, and “How has Northlake Changed and Grown“. Here are a few things you should know about your new home.

Where Is Northlake, Texas?

Most likely, one of your questions is, “What county is Northlake, TX in?” The growing community is located in Denton County. It is located on I-35W near the big cities of Fort Worth, Dallas and Denton. This makes it a convenient commute to DFW International Airport, the University of North Texas, and Fort Worth, the fifth largest city in Texas. Fort Worth is known as the home of several distinguished colleges and universities, and a business and cultural center packed with excellent restaurants, shopping and entertainment offerings. For those of you looking to work in “Cowtown,” the Northlake, TX to Fort Worth, TX commute is about 27 miles via I-35W.

You may also be wondering, “How far is Northlake, Texas, from Dallas?” The drive from Northlake, TX to Dallas, TX is just 44 miles, meaning all of the commerce, museums, restaurants, sporting events and entertainment venues of Big D are only a short drive away. That makes the city of Northlake the perfect solution if you’re looking for a small town atmosphere within an hour of all the attractions of two big cities.

Cost of Living in Northlake

The cost of living in Northlake is just slightly above the national average. Housing costs in Northlake, TX are about 60% more than the national average, largely because so many of the homes are newly constructed like the smart homes in Pecan Square! And believe us, they are worth every penny! Other cost-of-living factors largely align with the national average for food, healthcare, and transportation costs with the overall cost of living coming in just slightly over the national average.

What to Do in Northlake

There are many diverse options for entertainment when you live in Northlake, TX. Its proximity to Denton, Fort Worth and Dallas provides a diverse array of cultural experiences, restaurants, and sporting events. The area’s natural bounty affords endless opportunities for outdoor recreation such as hiking, boating, horseback riding, and biking. Here are just a few things to do in the Northlake area.

1. Boating and water sports – There are two lakes located within a half-hour of Northlake. Lake Grapevine, an 8,000-acre reservoir is sixteen miles to the southeast while Lake Lewisville is twenty-four miles to the east.
2. Go horseback riding at any of the numerous ranches and horse farms, such as Widow Maker Trail Rides. Marshall Creek Ranch offers more than 12,000 acres to explore in the Lake Grapevine area.
3. Texas Motor Speedway offers driving experiences that allow you the chance to drive a NASCAR race car! The experience includes training with a crew chief, a pit stop, and instruction with a spotter over 2-way radio during your drive.
4. Visit a winery. There are several in the area, including Crosstimbers, Edge of the Lake, and Farina’s. Grapevine’s Urban Wine Trail provides great weekend getaways.
5. Visit a nearby park. Canyon Falls Park in Roanoke which includes a bike trail, a playground, an outdoor dining area (bring your own food) and a dog park.
6. Explore a nearby trail on foot or bicycle. The Denton County Nature Trail and the Denton-Katy Rail Trail and just two of several great options for biking, rollerblading, or walking.

Other Considerations for Denton Surroundings

What is the Cost of Living in Denton, TX?

The cost of living in Denton, TX, sits comfortably just below the national average. The median home value is nearly the same as the national average, but the median home price is a bit higher than the average for Texas, as it is near Dallas and a desirable urbanized town in its own right. The average home price is around $233,000.

Life in Denton, Texas, is relatively inexpensive compared to nearby cities and the national average. Prices of groceries, transportation, utilities, amenities, and entertainment here are just below the national average.

Is Denton, TX Safe to Live in?

Looking at the reasonable prices of  living costs, you may be wondering, “Is Denton, Texas safe?” The answer is yes! In terms of violent crime incidents, Denton’s rates are drastically lower than the national average. Property-related crime is also slightly below the national average.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Northlake Texas Safe?

Crimegrade.org gives Northlake, Texas an overall crime grade of A+ and states that it is in the 97th percentile when it comes to safety. This means that Northlake is safer than 97% of the other cities in the United States. Areavibes.com* reports the overall crime rate in Northlake is 44.9% lower than the national average and the rate of violent crime is 77.8% below the national average. (*2022 calendar year data released by the FBI in Sept. 2023)

How far is Northlake, Texas from Dallas?

Northlake, Texas is 41.6 miles from Downtown Dallas.

When was Northlake, Texas founded?

Northlake was incorporated on December 28, 1960. Community leaders took this action to prevent Northlake from being absorbed into Denton or Fort Worth.

Is Northlake, Texas a good place to live?

Northlake, Texas is a great place to live. It has a low crime rate, great schools in the Northwest ISD (which boasts high family satisfaction ratings), and a location that is convenient to DFW International Airport. The city offers everything residents need and is located just a short drive away from larger cities such as Fort Worth and Denton.

Visit our Northlake New Home Community

We would love for you to be part of our Northlake community! We hope we have provided a place for you to start your exploration of the neighborhood and surrounding area. To learn more about our new home community and its award-winning amenities and lifestyle program, stop by Pecan Square’s Greeting House for a tour! Our builders have available inventory, and many are offering incentives! Browse for your home online, then visit our builder’s models to learn more about special offers.