📍 About D10 & Dallas Area
D10 TRACON (Dallas TRACON) is located near DFW Airport and manages approach and departure control for the busy Dallas–Fort Worth airspace. The area offers a mix of urban living, suburban comfort, and affordable housing options across Dallas, Fort Worth, and their many suburbs.
🏡 Where to Live
Best for Singles & Couples
- Dallas (Deep Ellum or Uptown) – Urban lifestyle, walkable, nightlife and dining.
- Irving – Centrally located, near DFW, great apartments.
- Grapevine – Quaint downtown, wine culture, easy commute.
Best for Families
- Flower Mound – Excellent schools, quiet neighborhoods.
- Keller – Safe, suburban feel, highly rated school district.
- Southlake – Upscale area with top public schools.
🚗 Commute Times to D10
- 0–20 min: Irving, Grapevine, Coppell, Euless
- 20–40 min: Southlake, Keller, Dallas (Uptown), Flower Mound
- 40–60 min: Plano, Arlington, Fort Worth
🎓 Top School Districts
🧳 Things to Do – Within 2 Hours
- Downtown Dallas & Fort Worth: Museums, sports, theaters, dining
- Lakes & Parks: Lake Grapevine, White Rock Lake, River Legacy Park
- Events: Texas State Fair, Stockyards Rodeo, major concerts & sports
- Shopping: Galleria Dallas, NorthPark Center, Grapevine Mills
✈️ Nearby Airports
- DFW International Airport: Central to the region – major domestic/international hub
- Dallas Love Field (DAL): Southwest Airlines hub – easy in/out
💰 Cost of Living
- Median home price: ~$410,000 in suburbs near DFW
- 1-bedroom rent: ~$1,400–$2,000 depending on area
- No state income tax in Texas
- Utilities: ~$150–$250/month
🏥 Healthcare
- Baylor Scott & White and Texas Health – Major networks
- Urgent Care: MinuteClinic, CareNow, and local providers
🛫 ATC-Specific Tips
- Shifts: Rotating shifts – blackout curtains and short commutes help
- Traffic: Rush hour can be rough – proximity is key
- Weather: Hot summers, occasional storms – stay prepared
📦 Moving Tips
- Timing: Best to move between fall and spring (avoid summer heat)
- Traffic: Use back roads and toll roads to avoid I-635/121 congestion
- Explore weekends: Visit neighborhoods before signing a lease