The Best Dallas Suburbs in 2014
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Living in downtown Dallas is fun and exciting if it’s a chic high-rise condo or trendy urban loft residence you’re after when scanning the local real estate market for a new home. But what about those home buyers who are seeking a lifestyle that includes a roomy backyard, a private garage, considerably more living space and a lot more privacy?
The suburban way of life around the Dallas region is among the best in the country, as the area has dozens of quaint villages and communities that are the ideal setting to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, raise a family or simply enjoy all the desirable aspects related to small-town America.
Navigating your options and choosing which Dallas suburb is right for you can be a daunting task. So many factors…
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3111 Welborn Street in Dallas’ Oak Lawn district, also known as the Centrum Tower, is among the more iconic high-rises in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Standing 19 stories high and constructed in 1985, what makes the Centrum so unique and attractive to home buyers are the stunning views of the downtown Dallas skyline that are featured in so many of its units. To ensure such incredible outlooks, none of the 34 luxury condos at the Centrum are below the 12th floor, allowing for each residence to boast true high-rise status and offer the best views money can buy.
With a little over a week to go in February, it’s just about time we set our sights on the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day celebration here in Dallas-Fort Worth. Like in so many different parts of the country, St. Patrick’s Day is a time to celebrate Irish heritage and culture, the long-standing Catholic faith, and of course drink green-colored beer and eat corned beef and cabbage. But when it comes to all the fun and exciting festivities and events occurring on and around March 17th, nothing quite says St. Patrick’s Day in Dallas like the annual Greenville Avenue St. Patrick’s Parade.
In many cases, part of the moving process involves figuring out where schools are located in a particular city or community and then determining which school district may be the right choice for both your children’s education and your living environment. If you’re only moving within the same area or town, chances are you’re already familiar with the local school systems and districts; but if moving to an entirely different city or suburb is part of your moving equation, there may be no better tool to get acquainted with schools all over the country than GreatSchools.org.
The Azure is one of the most luxurious and most desirable high-rises in all of Dallas. Standing 31 stories high and located in one of the trendiest parts of the city, it’s easy to see why home buyers continue to flock to 2900 McKinnon. Dozens of restaurants, boutique shops, and entertainment options are just minutes away from the Azure and inside the building, the interior finishes and community amenities truly speak for themselves. But if there’s one feature that sets Dallas-area high-rises apart from the rest of the pack, often times it’s the stunning views and outlooks of the most iconic skyline in Texas.
For those who love the charm and tight-knit community feel of Legacy in Plano and the Legacy Town Center, you may be excited to learn about the news that broke earlier this week about plans for a potential new 240-acre mixed-use development on the prime J.C. Penny acreage that lines Legacy Drive just west of the already established master plan.
For those seeking the ultimate downtown residence, there may be no better option than one of the many million dollar condos currently for sale in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Penthouse units in buildings like 1505 Elm Street or 2200 Victory Avenue offer only the best in finishes, features, amenities, and of course views and outlooks; but along with all these desirable details, buyers are also afforded some of the best locations in the greatest metropolitan area in Texas when opting for a high-end condo in the city. From the arts and culture of Uptown Dallas to the nightlife and entertainment of Oak Lawn, downtown Dallas is among the most vibrant parts of the southwest and when you’re able to come home to a stunning million dollar condo each and every…