Charlotte metro, NC relocation guide
Moving to Dallas, NC
$275,000Median listing price
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About Dallas
Dallas (roughly 5,000 residents) is a Gaston County town about 20 miles northwest of Uptown Charlotte and the original county seat (before the seat moved to Gastonia). Home to Gaston College's main campus; quiet residential community with historic homes around the town square and affordable prices.
Home prices in Dallas
The median listing price in Dallas is $275,000.
Top places in Dallas
- Historic Dallas town square and courthouse site
- Gaston College main campus
- Downtown shops and restaurants
Commuting from Dallas
- About 20 miles northwest of Uptown via NC-279/NC-7 to I-85. Typical drive: 30–45 minutes. No fixed-route transit; car-dependent.
Dallas FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Dallas, NC?
The median listing price in Dallas is $275,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Dallas, NC?
About 20 miles northwest of Uptown via NC-279/NC-7 to I-85. Typical drive: 30–45 minutes. No fixed-route transit; car-dependent.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.