Moving to DFW - Legacy West/Plano vs. Las Colinas/Irving?
I’m relocating to the DFW area for work and trying to decide between living in Legacy West/West Plano or Las Colinas/Irving.
A bit about me: I'm in early 40s single/divorced professional. Outside of work, I enjoy going to the gym, playing or joining recreational sports, attending tech meetups, and participating in social clubs or events. Since I’ll be new to the area, I’d really like to live somewhere that makes it easier to meet people and build a social circle.
Areas I’m currently considering to live based on my office locations:
- Legacy West / West Plano
- Las Colinas / Irving
A few questions:
- Which area would you recommend for someone in my situation?
- How would you compare Las Colinas vs Legacy West for social life and day-to-day living?
- Are there specific apartment areas or neighborhoods you’d recommend or avoid?
- For meeting people, are there good gyms, sports leagues, tech meetups, or social clubs you’d recommend?
I’m not looking for nightlife every night, but I also don’t want to end up somewhere too quiet or isolating. I’d appreciate honest local advice.
Thanks in advance !