Texas Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Mesquite, Texas

Population: 116,500

Located in Kaufman County

Mesquite has long been recognized as a major retail area within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. From the construction of Big Town Mall, which was the first enclosed mall in Texas, to the opening of Town East Mall in 1970, the growth of the retail sector has continued unabated for over 25 years. With over 3.5 million square feet of retail space, more than 4.1 million square feet of total business space, and two restaurant rows offering over 20 restaurants and 42 movie screens, Mesquite's reputation as a retail, restaurant and entertainment destination is well deserved.

The industrial side of Mesquite is equally impressive. The Skyline Industrial Park is over 300 acres in size and is home to the largest concentration of industries on the east side of the Metroplex. Ranging in size from the small manufacturer employing less than 10 people to the giants of industry -- Tyco Electronics and United Parcel Service -- that employ collectively over 5,000 people, the Skyline Industrial Park is ideally located for manufacturing and distribution industries.

The Union Pacific Railroad operates an intermodal operation within the Skyline Industrial Park which is one of the largest intermodal facilities in the country. Several developers are working closely with the City of Mesquite to aggressively develop the industrial park. Recent projects have added over 1,000,000 square feet of industrial/office space valued at over $200,000,000 and more are planned.

Located on the east side of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Mesquite is served by five highways: I-20, I-30, I-635, S.H. 352, and U.S. Highway 80 and is an ideal site for industry.

Mesquite has received the Governor's Community Achievement Award, Texas Urban Forestry Award, and the National League of Cities Award of Excellence. It has also been designated a Tree City U.S.A. and a bird sanctuary, received a national City Livability Award and was named a finalist for the All American City Award in 1995.

Retail opportunities, a fully serviced industrial park with intermodal facilities, a corporate airport, and a commitment to quality have made Mesquite the choice for business within the Metroplex. Mesquite is ready to introduce you to your destination.

Courtesy of the City of Mesquite