“住宅区”常见的英文表达有 residential area、residential quarter 或 housing estate（英式英语中较常用，美式英语更常用前两个表达） 。具体示例如下：
residential area：This is a quiet residential area with well-maintained gardens.（这是一个安静的住宅区，花园维护得很好。）
residential quarter：The new residential quarter has modern facilities and convenient transportation.（这个新的住宅区有现代化的设施，交通也很便利。）
housing estate（英式）：The housing estate is located near the city center, offering easy access to shops and schools.（这个住宅区靠近市中心，去商店和学校都很方便 。）