Ten Mile Creek offers a quiet and peaceful neighborhood atmosphere with mostly single detached homes featuring two and three bedrooms. The area benefits from nearby primary schools, ensuring convenient access to education within the neighborhood. Shopping for groceries and pharmaceuticals is close by, especially with easy access to a pharmacy for daily essentials. Parking availability is ample, supporting a convenient car-friendly environment for residents. While green spaces are situated in neighboring areas, public parks remain accessible. The neighborhood’s varied housing reflects a rich history with many homes built during the 1960s and 1980s, contributing to its distinctive character and charm.
The character of Ten Mile Creek is exemplified by its slower-paced environment. Most areas in Ten Mile Creek are very quiet, as the streets are usually very tranquil. Reaching parks is rather difficult in the neighborhood since they aren't well-located. Despite that, there are a few public green spaces nearby for residents to explore.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
This 75‑acre nature preserve sits just southeast of Ten Mile Creek Estates along N Duncanville Road and features soft‑surface trails, wooded terrain, and a scenic bridge over Ten Mile Creek—a beloved urban hiking spot in DeSoto.
Nestled on the banks of Ten Mile Creek, Murphy Hills Park offers residents a peaceful green space with creek‑side access right near Ten Mile Creek Estates, ideal for outdoor family time and casual walks.
Ten Mile Creek Estates lies within the DeSoto Independent School District, providing convenient access to schools like Amber Terrace Elementary, DeSoto East Middle School, and DeSoto High School—making it appealing to families.
Along Pleasant Run Road, land adjacent to Ten Mile Creek is preserved as a greenbelt and trail corridor, intended for public recreational use and extending the park/trail network right by the neighborhood.
Ten Mile Creek Estates offers quick access to Highway 67 and I‑35, making commutes to downtown Dallas or regional shopping and employment centers fast and convenient for residents.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
This free, family-focused Halloween celebration is especially convenient for DeSoto residents, including those in Ten Mile Creek Estates. Families can enjoy games, bounce houses, laser tag, candy stations, face painting, food, a live DJ, and a costume contest without traveling far from home.
View event details →Local families with young children can enjoy a short bilingual storytime at the DeSoto Public Library. The program offers an easy, low-cost weekend activity close to Ten Mile Creek Estates while supporting early literacy and giving children exposure to both English and Spanish storytelling.
View event details →Cedar Hill is very close to DeSoto, making this a practical regional outing for Ten Mile Creek Estates residents. The free community festival includes a parade, arts and crafts vendors, food, contests, activities, and live entertainment across three stages in a walkable downtown setting.
View event details →The State Fair is one of the area’s biggest October attractions and is a reasonable day trip from DeSoto. Residents can combine carnival rides, Texas food, livestock and agricultural exhibits, live entertainment, shopping, and family activities into a classic fall outing at Fair Park in Dallas.
View event details →This seasonal garden display gives DeSoto families a scenic fall activity within the broader Dallas area. More than 100,000 pumpkins, gourds, and squash fill the gardens, with additional October programming such as Pumpkins and Pints, sensory-friendly evening access, and BOO-tanical Trick or Treat.
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Local characteristics and demographics for Ten Mile Creek Estates
