Lakewood Heights is a neighborhood that lies west of Lakewood and White Rock Lake in the greater Lakewood area of East Dallas, TX.   The total size of the neighborhood is approximately 220 acres which is just over one-third of a square mile.  Approximately 1,000 homes are located within the neighborhood.  The boundaries of Lakewood Heights are Monticello Avenue to the north, Skillman Street to the west, Richmond Avenue to the south, and Abrams Road to the east.

History of Lakewood Heights

The first homes in Lakewood Heights were built in the 1910s and 1920s.  By the 1940s, almost all lots had homes.  Tietze Park, the nine acre park that lies on the west side of the neighborhood, was formed in 1924 and has undergone substantial renovations and improvements over the last 15 years.  Today, it is one of the most frequently-used parks in the city of Dallas.

Lakewood Heights Homes and Neighborhood

The Lakewood Heights neighborhood has some of the most architecturally significant homes in Dallas.  The neighborhood is a mix of older homes, including Tudors, Prairies, Bungalows and Craftsman – many of which have been preserved and restored to their original condition – as well as newer, custom-built homes that encompass many older and newer architectural styles.  The neighborhood has a very unique character and the pride of its residents reflects in how they care for their homes and the neighborhood itself.

Currently there is not a historic or conservation district located within the boundaries of Lakewood Heights.

Lakewood Heights has a variety of entertainment and recreational options for every lifestyle. Home buyers that appreciate an outdoor lifestyle will love the numerous parks in and near the neighborhood and its proximity to White Rock Lake.  The neighborhood is also very close to some of the best entertainment and shopping Dallas has to offer.

Parks and Recreation in and near Lakewood Heights:

• Tietze Park – A nine acre park located on the west side of Lakewood Heights that has a baseball diamond, public swimming pool, playground equipment, walking/jogging trails and picnic tables.
• White Rock Lake – With 10 miles of biking and jogging trails, picnic tables, and wonderful views, White Rock Lake is the recreational focal point of East Dallas and is located just a short distance east of Lakewood Heights.
• Lakewood Park – Located just a short distance east in Lakewood Proper, Lakewood Park has a large area of children’s playground equipment, a basketball court, and covered picnic tables.

Restaurants, Entertainment and Shopping close to Lakewood Heights:

• Lower Greenville – one of the most popular entertainment districts in Dallas, Lower Greenville has a collection of some of the most diverse restaurants and bars in DFW as well as the Granada Theater, a Trader Joe’s, and The Green Grocer.
• Lakewood Area – Located just a short distance from Lakewood Heights is the Lakewood Shopping Center, a collection of retail stores and restaurants that include Mi Cocina, The Gingerman, Liberty Burger, The Cock and Bull, the Lakewood Theater, The Balcony Club and Arcade Bar.

The Lakewood Heights Neighborhood Association

Lakewood Heights has a voluntary neighborhood association (The Lakewood Heights Neighborhood Association) that serves to protect various interests of neighborhood residents, promote area businesses and prevent crime in the neighborhood.  Membership in the association is voluntary and the modest dues go towards improving life for all residents of the neighborhood.

The association has volunteer committees that oversee neighborhood services, zoning issues, communications, crime watch, traffic, Tietze Park, social events, fundraising, and the Yard of the Month Award.  The neighborhood association also has volunteers from each street that serve as block captains.  The neighborhood association either sponsors or promotes various social activities and events throughout the year in Lakewood Heights.

Lakewood Heights Schools

The Lakewood Heights neighborhood is served entirely by the Dallas ISD.  Children of residents attend the following schools based on attendance zones:

Elementary School (Grades K-5th) – The Lakewood Heights neighborhood lies within the attendance zones of two elementary schools.  Parents should verify attendance zones by using the DISD Find Attendance Zone by Address Search Tool.

The northern part of the neighborhood is served by Mockingbird Elementary located at 5828 E. Mockingbird Lane, just north and east of Lakewood Heights on the southeast corner of Mockingbird and Matilda. Mockingbird Elementary has a 20,000 square foot garden where students plant and tend to crops, learn about the complex workings of a garden ecosystem, and conduct various experiments.

• Mockingbird Elementary School Website
• Mockingbird Elementary PTA Home Page
• More Info on Mockingbird Elementary from the PTA

The south side of Lakewood Heights is served by Geneva Heights Elementary located at 2901 Delmar.

• Geneva Heights Elementary Webpage
• Geneva Heights PTA

Middle School (Grades 6-8) The Lakewood Heights neighborhood lies in the attendance zone of J.L. Long Middle School located at 6116 Reiger Avenue just a short distance south of Lakewood Heights. J.L. Long was recently accepted into the International Baccalaureate middle years program which provides a framework which seeks to make practical connections between students’ schoolwork and the real world.

• JL Long Middle School PTA
• JL Long rating and public comments on Greatschools.org
• About JL Long

High School (Grades 9-12) The Lakewood Heights neighborhood lies in the attendance zone of Woodrow Wilson High School located at .

• Woodrow Wilson rating and public comments on Greatshools.org
• Woodrow Wilson main page
• Woodrow Wilson International Baccalaureate Program information page

** DISCLAIMER **: It is the home buyer’s responsibility to verify school attendance zones through DISD attendance zone search or DISD attendance zone boundary maps. School boundaries are subject to change and should be verified with the school district before purchasing a home.

DISD also offers a variety of specialized academic programs known as Magnet Schools that provide specialized academic areas of study that focus on specific subjects.  Students must apply and be accepted to attend a magnet school or magnet program.

Private Schools close to Lakewood Heights

These are some of the many private schools close to the Lakewood Heights neighborhood

• Lakehill Preparatory School – Established in 1971 and located just east of Lakewood Heights in Lakewood Proper, this fully-accredited co-ed school offers a rigorous college-prep curriculum and several athletic programs.
• Bishop Lynch High School – Founded in 1963, Bishop Lynch is a co-educational Catholic high school serving grades 9-12.  Noted for its superb academic and athletic programs, their students have won several state championships in various sports.
• St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School – Founded in 1947, this Catholic school serves grades PK3 through 8th and was named a National Blue Ribbon School in 2012.  St. Thomas has two campuses just north of Lakewood Heights: one located on Mockingbird Lane and the other on Abrams Road.
• White Rock Montessori School – Founded in 1975, this innovative school serves ages three through 8th grade and is located east of White Rock Lake just a few miles from most of Lakewood Heights.

Lakewood Heights Real Estate Market Report

The residential real estate market in Lakewood Heights has been very active for many years, especially since construction of new homes has increased after the years following the financial crisis.  The large increase in construction and demand for homes in general in the Lakewood Heights area has resulted in higher home prices for the last few years.

Median Sales Price (12 Month Moving Average)

Median Sales Price by Year Built (12 Month Moving Average)

The real estate market in Lakewood Heights is very unique because of the wide age range of homes.  There has been a significant amount of new construction in the neighborhood over the last 15-20 years, and the median sales price of newer homes is often higher than pre-existing homes (mainly because the newer homes are much larger, on average):

Median Sales Price per Square Foot by Year Built (12 Month Moving Average)

Due to the fact that land is so valuable, older, smaller homes in Lakewood Heights sometimes sell for more per square foot than newer homes:

Median Sales Price by Number of Bedrooms (12 Month Moving Average)

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Median Price per Square Foot by Year Built (12 Month Moving Average)

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