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Ferris is the “best of both worlds”. With the historic charm and small-town feel that Ferris offers, while also benefiting from the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, (the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States) it’s no wonder that 2,822 people are proud to call Ferris, “home”. This unique community offers a small-town feel and also provides modern conveniences due to being located less than 20 minutes from downtown Dallas. Ferris is a diverse community whose citizens have a variety of backgrounds, religions, cultures, and socio-economic statuses. Homes here range in price, style, and age 1892 to brand new construction! Whatever your preference is, Ferris is likely to have. This charming community also features one of the lowest tax rates in the DFW Metroplex. With an award-winning school district, top of the line educational facilities, unique shops, restaurants, and close proximity to major retailers, sporting arenas, airports, concert venues, breweries, wineries, and multiple lakes, there’s so much to love about Ferris; the hidden gem of the DFW Metroplex
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Don’t let this “small town” fool you, there are big business opportunities here. Conveniently located 20 miles south of Downtown Dallas and less than 40 miles from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Ferris is a great place to call your business, home. Ferris features over 3 miles of Interstate 45 frontage, with a daily traffic count of 51,478 (per TxDot 2018) To top it off, Ferris has an incredible city staff dedicated to working with business owners grow and expand. "I am looking forward to our progress, to seeing all of us grow. It is time for Ferris to be FUTURE FOCUSED." – City Manager, Brooks Williams
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Ferris is home to a variety of unique dinning and shopping. Whether you are craving “home cooking” from one of our local restaurants or something more familiar from one of several national food chains that call Ferris home; Ferris restaurants are sure to hit the spot. Ferris is proud to be the home of “The Old Brickyard Golf Course”, voted best course in Ellis County. This course has it all: challenging elevation changes, scenic views, and a panoramic course that gives golfers a feeling that can’t be found anywhere else near Dallas. Shooting ranges, drag racing, an award-winning golf course, unique shopping, and a variety of restaurants are just a few of the things Ferris has to offer to entertain you and your family. We invite you to come take a look for yourself and see what all Ferris has to offer!