Shonnie's place is a good option for anyone traveling on a budget in northern Dallas. It's a shared apartment (four bedrooms, of which at least one accommodates two separate guests), so you should be comfortable with the co-living experience. I only have good things to say about my roommates, albeit I only stayed for a few nights.
The apartment is a 10 min walk from the train station, which is big plus. On the downside, the closest place to grab a bite is about 30 mins by foot, so you might need to take a car or order in.
All things considered, Shonnie's place is good value for money---especially if you're also into meeting new people.