Richardson is a principal city in Dallas and Collin counties. There are recreation centers, lots of parks, bike and walking trails, malls, and a variety of restaurants with worldwide flavors. Residents are also not far from the City of Dallas, so they can easily visit when they are in need of big city things to do or to commute to work. Richardson is a safe and family-friendly community, and the real estate here is beautiful with reasonable prices for newcomers. Families love the amazing schools in the area and appreciate the close knit community life Richardson has to offer.