Is Marquis on Gaston safe?
Dallas, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates Marquis on Gaston as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on Marquis on Gaston
“Go with care. Marquis on Gaston is situated directly across from the Baylor University Medical Center campus, providing an active daytime environment populated by medical staff and residents. However, heightened rates of vehicle break-ins, property crimes, and occasional nighttime spillover from nearby Deep Ellum require situational awareness after dark.”
About the area
This urban corridor in Old East Dallas blends modern mid-rise apartment communities with the sprawling Baylor University Medical Center complex. Visitors are within walking distance of Deep Ellum dining and cultural venues while residing in a more residential, healthcare-anchored setting.
- Medical Hub
- Urban Residential
- Transit Adjacent
- Active Corridor
Walking and biking in Marquis on Gaston
Walk score: 78/100 · Bike score: 68/100
Gaston Avenue features heavy motor vehicle traffic, but cyclists can quickly connect to the Santa Fe Trail via Deep Ellum trailheads within one mile.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Constant activity and presence of Baylor Scott & White hospital security along Gaston Avenue
- High concentration of healthcare professionals contributing to solid median income levels in adjacent complexes
- Direct walking proximity to Deep Ellum and the historic Swiss Avenue district
Cons
- Elevated rates of vehicle theft and smash-and-grab burglaries in apartment garages and street parking
- Panhandling and transient foot traffic near major intersections and transit stops
- Spillover noise and late-night nightlife disturbances from neighboring entertainment corridors
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is moderately common along Gaston Avenue, Hall Street, and near the DART station, with occasional panhandling near convenience stores and hospital entrances.
What Marquis on Gaston is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active and generally safe with hospital staff, commuters, and dog walkers populating the sidewalks.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy with patient traffic, deliveries, and local residents moving between East Dallas and downtown.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Pedestrian foot traffic remains steady, but attention to surroundings is advised along less-lit side streets.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Risk increases significantly with property crime and bar spillover; walking alone is not recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
DART operates the Baylor University Medical Center Station (Green Line) less than a quarter-mile away, along with frequent bus routes along Gaston Avenue and Hall Street.
Street parking along Gaston Avenue is restricted or metered; visitors generally rely on paid hospital garages or controlled residential visitor parking decks.
Things to do in Marquis on Gaston
- Tour the historic Swiss Avenue architectural district located just northeast
- Explore the Baylor Medical Center campus and Dallas Medical Historical Museum
- Walk a few blocks southwest into Deep Ellum for live music and mural tours
Local favorites
- Fiction Coffee · Coffee Shop · 4.7★ (460)A cozy, literary-themed neighborhood coffeehouse serving craft espresso and seasonal drinks.
- Evolving Body Intelligence (EBI) · Fitness Center · 4.9★ (120)A popular boutique movement and strength training studio on Gaston Avenue.
- Pepe & Mito's · Tex-Mex Restaurant · 4.5★ (1100)Long-running nearby cantina known for authentic Mexican dishes and house margaritas.
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Common questions about Marquis on Gaston
Is Marquis on Gaston safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is Marquis on Gaston a good place to live?
On safety, Marquis on Gaston scores 66/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is Marquis on Gaston?
Walk score 78/100 and bike score 68/100. Most errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Marquis on Gaston are safer?
Five Trees (84), Grigsby Place (70) score higher nearby.
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