Looking for a city that has it all? Arlington Texas might be the city to search for your next apartment.
Located just 12 miles from downtown Ft. Worth and 20 miles from Dallas, Arlington is the 7th largest city in Texas, Arlington will not only host the 2011 Super Bowl in a brand new Dallas Cowboys stadium, but offers a host of other recreational activities. Well-known colleges and amusement parks are located in Arlington - and yes, even the weather welcomes newcomer,s with an average range from 35 degrees in the winter and 85 degrees in the summer.\
Apartment housing is affordable in Arlington, with an average apartment rental for one bedroom in 2005 at $537 and two bedroom apartments listed around $701. The average household income in 2000 was recorded around $47,622 and for a family, $56,080. Arlington listed 124,686 households that same year, with children in nearly 40% of those homes. Just over 50% were listed as married couple households.
The historic city was originally founded in the early 1800s, along the Texas and Pacific Railroad. It was named for the home of General Robert E. Lee, which is still standing in Arlington County, Virginia. Arlington Texas was incorporated in 1884 and had all the amenities: electricity, gas, phone and running water by the year 1910.The first census listed the town with just over 3,000 residents. That number has grown over the years to more than 370,000.
City forefathers recognized the value of the soil in what was to become Arlington. The town location was partially chosen due to interest in farming. Another factor was a conflict that occurred involving General Edward H. Tarrant and Village Creek Native Americans around 1841. Following the melee, General Tarrant became known and the County of Tarrant (where Arlington is located) was formed.
Educational programs abound at three major facilities located in Arlington: The University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington Baptist College and the Southeast Campus of Tarrant County College. The University of Texas at Arlington had 24,888 students in the fall semester, 2007, which made it the third largest university in Texas.
For younger students, Arlington offers four independent school districts for primary and secondary levels. Area high schools celebrate award-winning sports teams for young athletes to enjoy. Arlington’s district schools hold state championships in baseball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, track, and wrestling. If you are a pro-sport fan, Arlington teams include Texas Rangers baseball - and in the near future, will become home to the National Football League’s world-famous Dallas Cowboys and Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders.
Arlington boasts the largest community theater in the United States. Theatre Arlington is active all year and offers classes specific to all age groups. If theatre isn’t your groove, there’s always professional wrestling - live every weekend. Every year since 1886, the Texas State Fair has been held in nearby Dallas. When the fair isn’t there, Arlington apartment residents will find they are in close proximity to Six Flags Over Texas and Hurricane Harbor Water Park.
Come for a visit and see for yourself! Arlington offers affordable apartment homes, close proximity to major cities, education, and entertainment. The natural beauty of Texas will welcome you. Unbelievable sunsets and beautiful waterways at Johnson Creek in Arlington will remind you of days gone by. The City is rich in history and offers a wealth of opportunity for the future.
