At Short Term Stay Dallas, we want to introduce you to one of the biggest cities in Texas and the United States. Dallas is a hub of business, entertainment, and shopping. It is also home to some very diverse neighborhoods. No matter which neighborhood around the city you go to, you are sure to find something interesting going on.

Deep Ellum
Those looking for short term rentals in Dallas should give Deep Ellum a look. The neighborhood's name is a corruption of "deep end of Elm Street." Deep Ellum is a neighborhood full of sassy shops and large apartments, many of which are loft style. It's also a hub for the arts and entertainment, featuring a lively night scene with its many clubs where you can find live folk, blues, jazz, and rock performances. Its close proximity to downtown Dallas ensures that you are never far from something to do.

Richardson
If you are looking for a furnished apartment in Dallas, you can also consider the Richardson area. A suburb to the north of the city, Richardson is a popular area for college-bound students, as it's the home of the University of Texas at Dallas. It is also a popular place for business, with over 5,000 businesses operating in the area. Over the years, Richardson has constantly ranked as one of the best places to live in the United States.

North Dallas
If you're in the market for furnished apartments in Dallas, then you should not overlook North Dallas. The neighborhood is known for its lakes and rolling hills, as well as its big houses and large shopping centers. You'll find many stores, boutiques, and restaurants throughout the area. The architecture of the neighborhood is also a rather striking feature, with many of the homes featuring old-fashioned designs. Modern architecture among the houses in North Dallas tends to be rare. North Dallas is one of the most popular residential locations in all of Dallas.

Plano
Plano is another suburb found to the north of Dallas. The people who live in Plano tend to have higher incomes, with the suburb once ranking as the wealthiest city in the United States (back in 2008). Plano is also home to the corporate headquarters of some of the nation's largest corporations, including JC Penney, Frito-Lay, Rent-A-Center, Ericsson, and Siemens PLM Software.

Lewisville
A suburb to the northwest of Dallas, Lewisville was one of the fastest-growing cities in terms of population in the United States from 2000 to 2010. As the home of Lewisville Lake, the suburb has become a popular recreational hub for people in the Dallas area. It also features a highly diverse population, with Caucasians, African Americans, Asians, and Latinos all living in the area.

Victory Park
Anyone looking for a short term rental in Dallas may want to consider Victory Park. The "greenest" neighborhood in Dallas, Victory Park's electricity is supplied by 100% renewable energy sources. In addition, over 1,000 trees have been planted in the area. There are also jogging trails and open areas to go along with the many shops, entertainment, and nightlife venues in the neighborhood.

Oak Lawn
Anyone looking for Dallas furnished apartments might want to check out the Oak Lawn area. The neighborhood has many apartments, condominiums, and single-family residences all packed tightly together. There are also many retail shops nearby, making Oak Lawn a popular destination for shoppers. Both the art scene and night scenes are very lively in the neighborhood, with the city's Art District very close by and many clubs to visit. With its creek and several parks in the area, Oak Lawn is also popular among nature fans.

Farmers Branch
To the northwest of Dallas is the suburb of Farmers Branch. This area is very business heavy, with over 3,000 businesses and over 250 corporate headquarters housed here. Some of the companies include Celanese Corporation, I2 Technologies, and Taco Bueno. In 2007, Farmers Branch became the first community in the United States to place a ban on landlords renting housing and apartments to most illegal immigrants.

Uptown
Those looking for short term rentals Dallas may want to give Uptown a look. A pedestrian-friendly area, Uptown is very popular among younger professionals because of its urban lifestyle. The area has seen some redevelopment over the years, but the streetcars that still stroll through the streets give the neighborhood something of an old-school vibe. The art and theater scenes are very strong in Uptown, which draws even more of the younger crowd in.

Southeast Dallas
While Southeast Dallas was once one of the more rural parts of the city, an increase in industrial and commercial development since the 1980's has turned the area into a more populated residential neighborhood. New homes and shopping centers have been popping up in the area, and this has attracted a large number of residents into what was once one of the quieter areas of the city.

Carrollton
Someone looking for a Dallas furnished apartment may want to consider the Carrollton area. A suburb to the northwest of the city, Carrollton has frequently been named as one of the best places in the United States to live. The suburb is predominately Caucasian, but there is also a sizable Asian population as well. A number of corporations have their headquarters housed in Carrollton, including Heelys, Home Interiors and Gifts, and Accor North America.

Addison
Another suburb located to the north of Dallas is Addison. The area officially calls itself the "Town of Addison," but it is still classified as a city. It underwent some major growth in the 1980's, and has become a very popular place for businesses. While there are only around 13,000 people who live in Addison, there are around 100,000 people working in the area during the day in various businesses.

You would think it would be difficult to get around a major city like Dallas, but thanks to a well-designed public transportation and freeway system, it is actually pretty easy. There are taxi services available as well. In addition, there are a couple of major airports in the Dallas area.

Public Transportation
Dallas' public transportation system is run by the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) authority. Anyone seeking Dallas short term rentals who wants to use public transportation will find that both bus and rail services are available. While the public transportation system tends to have some of the usual major city congestion, the Dallas transportation system is known for being both clean and efficient.

There are 120 bus routes operated by DART that cover most of Dallas and the surrounding neighborhoods. Fares typically start at around $1.75 and can go up to around $4 if you purchase an all-day pass. The bus is the more popular of DART's services, with over 120,000 bus trips taking place per day. There are several transit centers, transfer centers, and Park and Ride locations within the bus system.

As for rail, DART operates a light rail system that has four main lines. The Red Line services areas along a route from Parker Road to Westmoreland, with a total of 25 stations as part of its route. The Blue Line has service between Downtown Rowlett and Ledbetter, with 21 routes along the route. There are plans to expand service for the Blue Line into Camp Wisdom and the University of North Texas at Dallas in 2018. The Green Line has service between North Carrollton/Frankford and Buckner, with 24 stations along the route. The Orange Line runs between Belt Line and Parker Road, with plans to expand service to include DFW Airport in late 2014.

Taxis
Someone looking for a Dallas short term rental who would rather travel by taxi has a number of cab companies in the city to choose from. Keep in mind, however, that fares start at around $2.25 and only go up for each additional mile. This makes taking a taxi in Dallas somewhat expensive. The cab companies in Dallas that you can choose from include:

• Star Cab Dallas
• Alamo Cab Company
• State Taxi Cab Dallas
• King Cab Company Dallas
• Freedom Cab Dallas

Driving
Those looking for furnished apartments Dallas who would rather drive will find it an easier time than you would see in many other major cities. There is still rush hour traffic to deal with, which makes things congested at times, but it is not quite as bad in Dallas as you might find in other cities. Rush hours in the city are typically 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM and 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM. If you want to avoid most of the congestion, do not drive at those times. If it cannot be avoided, the freeway system in Dallas makes it a bit easier to get around.

Greater Dallas is served by four major highways: Interstate 35E (I-35E, also called Stemmons Freeway), which runs north & south; Interstate 20 (I-20), which runs east & west; Interstate 30 (I-30), which runs west & northeast; and Interstate 45 (I-45). The local highway which encircles the city, and which connects all these Dallas highways is the LBJ Freeway (I-635). There is also the Dallas North Tollway, which connects Downtown Dallas with the suburb of Frisco and all towns in between.

Airports
Those looking for short term rentals in Dallas who will be traveling by air have two major airports in the city to choose from. The largest is Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), which serves over 50 million people per year. This makes DFW the eighth busiest airport in the world. The airport is located in Grapevine, Texas, which is around 15 miles from Downtown Dallas. It serves both domestic and international flights. It is the largest hub for the American Airlines, which operates more flights there than any other carrier.

Dallas Love Field, located about six miles northwest of Dallas' central business district, is the other major airport in the area. Unlike DFW, this is more of a regional airport, with a majority of flights to and from the Southwest region of the United States. At this airport, Southwest Airlines is the biggest and busiest carrier.

If you are in the mood to kick back and relax a little, Dallas offers many opportunities to do so. Whether you want to spend the day outdoors, take in some spectator sports, visit an art gallery or museum, or take in a show, there are plenty of ways to have fun in Dallas.

Outdoor Activities:

For those looking for short term rentals Dallas who want to have some fun outside, there are plenty of options available to you around the city. Head downtown and you can visit Klyde Warren Park. If you are an animal fan, take a trip to Marsalis Park and visit the Dallas Zoo. Head back downtown and you can visit Pioneer Plaza to see the sculpture that commemorates cattle drives during the 19th century that took place along the Shawnee Trail. Also downtown is Reunion Tower, one of the tallest buildings in Dallas, which features an observation deck. Nature fans can head over to Fair Park and you can visit the Texas Discovery Gardens. Back downtown is Pioneer Park Cemetery, where several of the city's founders are buried. There's also the Dallas World Aquarium and the Trinity River Audubon Center which are worth a visit as well.

Sport for Spectators:
Sports fans looking for furnished apartments in Dallas have quite a few spectator sports to view in the city. Dallas is home to major professional football, baseball, basketball, and hockey teams. Football is, by far, the most popular sport in Dallas, and the NFL's Dallas Cowboys are one of the most well-known sports teams in the entire United States. You can watch superstar quarterback Tony Romo and the rest of the Cowboys at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington. For baseball fans, MLB's Texas Rangers can be seen at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. Basketball fans will want to head to Victory Park to see the NBA's Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Hockey fans will also want to head to the American Airlines Center to see the NHL's Dallas Stars.

Arts & Culture:
If you are an art fan, history buff, or fan of the performing arts, there are many options open to you in Dallas. Those seeking furnished apartments Dallas have quite a number of art galleries, museums, and performing arts venues to choose from.

Art and history fans can find galleries and museums all around the city. So, whether you want to admire some amazing works of art or take a look at history, there are plenty of options available to you. Some of the galleries and museums around Dallas include:

• Dallas Museum of Art
• Perot Museum of Nature & Science
• Meadows Museum of Art
• American Museum of the Miniature Arts
• Rising Gallery
• Nasher Sculpture Center
• The Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum : The Samurai Collection

Those who are more interested in the performing arts also have a number of options to choose from. There are a wide variety of theaters to choose from around the city. Some of them are:

• Winspear Opera House
• Dallas Black Dance Theatre
• Dallas City Performance Hall
• Wyly Theater At AT&T Performing Arts Center
• Dallas Theater Center
• Pocket Sandwich Theater
• AT&T Performing Arts Center

Dining:
Those looking for short term rentals Dallas who want to find someplace to eat have quite a few options available. American, French, Italian, and Mexican cuisine can be found in restaurants all around the city.

American cuisine fans can head to Addison and visit Kenny's Wood Fired Grill. The Dream Cafe is a popular restaurant found in Uptown. Take a trip to North Dallas and you can stop by Grand Lux Cafe. Also in North Dallas is Gino's Cheese Steak.

For French cuisine fans, a trip downtown can land you in The French Room. There's also Parigi Restaurant in Oak Lawn and Lavendou French Bistro in North Dallas. Italian food fans can go to Oak Cliff and visit Lucia or take a trip to East Dallas to check out Urbano Cafe. Mexican food fans may want to visit Deep Ellum to stop by Pepe's & Mito's Mexican Cafe. There's also Lalo's Fine Mexican Cuisine in North Dallas.

Nightlife:
There is also a very active night scene for those seeking short term rentals in Dallas. Bars, pubs, and nightclubs are found all around the city, making it easy to find something to do into the wee hours of the morning.

Bars, Taverns and Pubs:
Head Uptown and you can take in wines and beers at Cork Wine Bar. In Upper Greenville you can visit The People's Last Stand for food and drinks. Dallasite is a popular dive bar for drinks and conversation found in East Dallas. Head downtown and you can visit Spread Eagle Saloon, a sports bar where you can eat, drink, and take in sports. Some other places you can check out include Lakewood's 1st & 10, Sons of Hermann Hall, White Rock Sports Bar, and Dee Lincoln's Restaurant & Bubble Bar.

Clubs:
A popular dance club found in Oak Lawn is Station 4, which features music and drag shows. At Dada Dallas in Deep Ellum, you can eat, drink, and listen to live music. Take a trip Uptown and you can visit Glass Uptown, a dance club with music and DJs. Visit Lake Caroline and you can stop by Cowboys Red River for drinks and live music. Some other clubs around the city you can check out include Lone Star Cafe & Club, Empire Rock Bar, Tuckers' Blues, and Dallas Petroleum Club.

Shopping:
Those looking for furnished apartments in Dallas who enjoy shopping will have many places to visit for your shopping needs. Dallas is home to some large malls, tons of shops, and some popular shopping areas.

NorthPark Center is the largest mall in Dallas. It has over 235 stores and restaurants, making it likely that you will find something at the mall to buy. In North Dallas is Galleria Dallas, an upscale shopping mall with over 200 stores available. In Grapevine, near the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, is Grapevine Mills Mall, which has over 200 specialty retailers. Take a trip to Plano and you can visit Collin Creek Mall, which houses around 150 stores.

Besides malls, Dallas also features a variety of unique smaller shops that you can find all around the city. Index Skateboard Shop is a skateboard shop that can be found in Upper Greenville. La Mariposa is an arts & crafts shop you can visit while in Lower Greenville. At Dallas PinUp in Deep Ellum, you can buy clothing, magazines, accessories, and small home decor. Head over to East Dallas and you can visit Lb's Antiques & Estate, an antique shop.

For some of the more popular shopping areas around the city, Deep Ellum features a ton of furnishings stores, art galleries, folk-art shops, and vintage resale shops. At Greenville Avenue, you can find antique shops and vintage clothing shops. Head Uptown and you can find many antique shops, art galleries, and furniture shops.

Because health, education, and faith are so important to many people, we at Short Term Stay Dallas want to show you how this city has all three of those things covered. Hospitals, schools, and places of worship are found throughout Dallas.

Hospitals:
For those seeking furnished apartments Dallas who are concerned about what hospitals are located around the area, you will be happy to know that there are a number of high-quality hospitals and medical centers to choose from, among which are:

• Baylor University Medical Center
• University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
• Medical City Dallas Hospital
• Baylor Regional Medical Center
• Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital
• Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
• Parkland Memorial Hospital
• Baylor Medical Center at Garland
• Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital
• Methodist Dallas Medical Center

Schools:
Those who have children who will be attending school have a wide range of schools to choose from. There are many elementary, middle, and high schools found around the city. For those who have graduated, Dallas is also home to a number of high-quality colleges and universities.

Elementary Schools:

• John Neely Bryan Elementary School
• C F Carr Elementary School
• Clara Oliver Elementary School
• Lenore Kirk Hall Elementary School
• Margaret B Henderson Elementary School
• James S Hogg Elementary School
• Umphrey Lee Elementary School
• William B Miller Elementary School
• John F Peeler Elementary School
• Preston Hollow Elementary School

Middle Schools:

• Dallas Environmental Science Academy
• Harry Stone Montessori Academy
• Highland Park Middle School
• Hector P Garcia Middle School
• Billy Earl Dade Middle School
• Francisco Medrano Middle School
• W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy
• Oliver Wendell Holmes Humanities/Communications
• Alex W Spence Talented/Gifted Academy
• Boude Storey Middle School

High Schools:

• Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts
• L G Pinkston High School
• Judge Barefoot Sanders Law Magnet
• Kathlyn Joy Gilliam Collegiate Academy
• Life School Oak Cliff
• A Maceo Smith High School
• Lake Highlands High School
• Justin F Kimball High School
• North Dallas High School
• South Oak Cliff High School

Colleges & Universities:

• University of Texas at Dallas
• Richland College
• Brookhaven College
• Southern Methodist University
• Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Dallas
• El Centro College - Dallas
• Mountain View College
• Strayer University - North Dallas
• The Art Institute of Dallas
• Dallas Baptist University

Places of Worship:

Anyone who practices religion and is looking for a place for worship will have a lot of places to go in Dallas. There are plenty of churches, synagogues, mosques, and Islamic centers found around the city for Christians, Jews, and Muslims.

Churches:

• Calvary Baptist of Oak Cliff
• Colonial Baptist Church Dallas
• Blessed Sacrament Dallas
• Holy Trinity Catholic Church Dallas
• Calvary Lutheran Church Dallas
• Holy Cross Lutheran Church Dallas
• Greenland Hills Methodist Church
• Highland Hills United Methodist Church
• Christ Community Church Dallas
• John Calvin Presbyterian Church Dallas

Synagogues:

• Congregation Beth El Binah Dallas
• Temple Emanu-El Dallas
• Temple Shalom Dallas
• Tiferet Israel Congregation Dallas

Mosques & Islamic Centers:

• Dallas Masjid of Al-Islam
• Masjid Ansarullah
• Masjid Ansar Allah
• Dallas Majsid of Al-Islam
• Dallas Fort Worth Islamic Center