What it's like to live in Design District.
It's an industrial-meets-design feel — wide streets, taller ceilings, and a creative undertone. New buildings are bringing rooftop pools and resort-style amenities.
Who Design District suits.
Design-minded renters and Uptown commuters who want newer construction and resort amenities.
Commute & getting around.
5 minutes to Uptown and Downtown; quick I-35 access.
Design District highlights.
- • Trinity Groves
- • Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge
- • Design showrooms
- • Meddlesome Moth
- • Sloane's Corner
Design District apartment FAQs.
Is the Design District a good place to live?+
Yes — it's increasingly popular for renters who want newer construction and modern amenities at a slightly lower price than Uptown, while still being a quick drive from Downtown.
How much do Design District apartments cost?+
1-bedrooms generally range $1,700–$2,800. Newer luxury buildings with rooftop amenities push higher.
Is the Design District walkable?+
It's improving. Newer buildings cluster around Hi-Line Drive and Oak Lawn, with restaurants and galleries within walking distance, but it's not as walkable as Uptown.
What's near the Design District?+
Trinity Groves restaurants are a quick drive across the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, and Uptown is 5 minutes east.
Are Design District apartments newer construction?+
Most are. The neighborhood has seen heavy mid-rise development in recent years, so amenities, finishes, and floor plans tend to feel current.