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Pros and cons of moving to Irving

By Mariela Lovo Ol, REALTOR® · Updated

The pros and cons of moving to Irving come down to access. You are next to DFW Airport, on two rail lines and near the Las Colinas job center, and you plan around property taxes, association fees, aircraft noise and North Texas weather. Here is a balanced look.

Pro: How close is the airport?

Part of DFW International Airport sits within Irving. DFW serves more than 86 million customers a year, and Dallas Love Field is a short drive east. Frequent flyers can cut airport trips to a few minutes.

Pro: Can I take rail?

The DART Orange Line runs through Las Colinas to DFW Airport and toward downtown Dallas. The Trinity Railway Express stops at Downtown Irving/Heritage Crossing and West Irving. Trains run toward both Dallas and Fort Worth.

Pro: Are jobs nearby?

Many large companies have offices in Las Colinas, one of the region's major job centers. The average commute in Irving is about 24 minutes.

Pro: What is there to do?

Las Colinas has the Toyota Music Factory, gondola rides on the Mandalay Canal and paths around Lake Carolyn. The city-owned Irving Arts Center offers free guided gallery tours each month.

Pro: Does Texas tax my income?

No. Texas has no personal income tax. Plan around property and sales taxes instead, starting with property taxes in Irving.

Con: How high are property taxes?

For tax year 2025, a home in the city and Irving ISD faced about $2.14 per $100 of value before exemptions. File your homestead exemption as soon as you qualify to lower the taxable value.

Con: What extra fees apply in Las Colinas?

Las Colinas owners pay the association's annual assessment, and some neighborhoods add HOA dues. Condo buyers also pay building fees. Ask for every assessment in writing before your option period ends.

Con: Will I hear aircraft?

Near DFW, especially in West Irving, flight paths can be noticeable. Visit at several times of day before you choose a street.

Con: What about heat and storms?

Highs often reach 100 degrees in July and August. North and Central Texas average 26 tornadoes a year, and hail is a common roof risk.

Con: Is ownership housing limited?

Owners occupy about 38% of homes, so apartments make up much of the housing. Single-family choices can be narrower in some areas, so save searches early in Irving homes for sale.

Common questions

What are the downsides of living in Irving?

The main trade-offs are property taxes, Las Colinas association fees, aircraft noise near DFW, and North Texas heat and hail. Each can be planned for with the right address.

What are the upsides of living in Irving?

Irving is next to DFW Airport, has DART and TRE rail, sits near the Las Colinas job center and offers lakeside amenities. Texas also has no personal income tax.

Is Irving close to Dallas?

Yes. Irving borders Dallas on the west, and the DART Orange Line and TRE connect it to downtown Dallas.

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Last reviewed: 2026-09-24. Descriptions cover places and amenities, not the people who live there. We are committed to the Fair Housing Act.