M streets vs. Lakewood... Dallas neighborhoods revealed

Wondering what the difference is between the "M streets" neighborhood of Dallas and the Lakewood neighborhood right next door? 

Well, there are a few key aspects in each neighborhood that set them apart from each other.
Number one: architectural differences
While the M streets is famous for it's large percentage of one story cottage- style Craftsman, Tudor, and Colonial revival homes, Lakewood homes start to trend towards a more mid century modern or 50's ranch style home. Depending on what style of home speaks to you, this could be a deciding factor on which neighborhood you like better. Here is an example of a Craftsman home versus a ranch style home:

Craftsman home:                                                                     

 Ranch Style home:

These two styles may seem similar at first, but the architectural elements are completely different, and which style you like depends on your taste.

The Second difference:

The school zones are different for elementary schools. M streets is zoned to Stonewall Jackson Elementary and Lakewood is zoned to Lakewood elementary. Both are great schools, but Lakewood may be more desirable simply because there are more families per capita residing in that neighborhood with elementary age kids. 

That brings me to the third difference, which is the residents. While Lakewood attracts more families with young kids, the M streets is more popular among young professionals. You WILL find families with kids of all ages in the M streets, but the young professionals prefer M streets over Lakewood, due to it's closer proximity to the  bars and restaurants on Greenville Ave.

Another difference: Lot sizes are bigger generally in the Lakewood area than in M streets.

Overall, both are great neighborhoods with a laid back, almost Austin vibe, but hopefully my pointing out these subtle differences can point you in the right direction as far as where to live.