What it's like to live in Medical District.
It's a working district — quieter than Uptown, with newer mid-rise rentals clustered near Inwood DART and along Harry Hines.
Who Medical District suits.
Medical residents, nurses, hospital staff, students at UT Southwestern.
Commute & getting around.
Walk or shuttle to UT Southwestern, Parkland, and Children's; DART Green Line at Inwood/Love Field.
Medical District highlights.
- • UT Southwestern
- • Parkland Memorial Hospital
- • Children's Health
- • Texas Health Presbyterian
- • Inwood DART
Medical District apartment FAQs.
Where do medical residents live in Dallas?+
Most live in the Medical District for a short walk or shuttle to the hospitals, in Oak Lawn for a more residential feel a short drive away, or in Uptown for a livelier post-shift scene.
How much is a 1-bedroom in the Medical District?+
Typically $1,400–$2,200. Buildings closest to UT Southwestern command a small premium for the walkability.
Is the Medical District walkable?+
It's walkable to the hospital campuses and DART. For dining and groceries, most residents use a car or ride-share.
Are there shuttles to UT Southwestern?+
Yes — UTSW operates shuttle service from many nearby apartment complexes, and DART covers the rest.
Is the Medical District quiet?+
Generally yes — it lacks the nightlife of Uptown or Deep Ellum, which most medical residents prefer for sleep between shifts.