Dallas-Ft. Worth, TX Real Estate Blog - August, 2014

2014 Labor Day Weekend Events in DFW

While many around the country view labor day as the last true weekend of summer and dread the inevitable cold weather that’s soon to follow, those here in Dallas welcome the summer season’s final holiday weekend, as it marks the beginning of what truly matters during this particular time of year—football season!

But aside from celebrating a new year of American’s new favorite past time, there’s also a lot happening around the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex during Labor Day Weekend 2014,  and if you’re someone who has yet to make plans for the long three-day weekend, here’s a look at just some of the fun this to do around the area:

Bedford Blues & BBQ Festival

Are there two things that go together better than BBQ and Texas? We certainly don’t think…

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5 Fabulous Frisco, TX Homes Currently on the Market

As one of the fastest growing cities not only in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex but in the entire United States, Frisco has quickly established itself as being one of the most highly-sought after locations for home buyers looking for the perfect suburban residence. It wasn’t until the late 1990s that suburban development really started to gain momentum in the northern Dallas region, and when that push reached Frisco in the early 2000s, many professionals working in the downtown Dallas area quickly began to migrate to this one-of-kind bedroom community that’s now home to over 140,000 people.

Beginning around 2003, Frisco began receiving national attention, and since then, the accolades have continued to pour in. In 2007, Forbes named Frisco the 7th…

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7 Stunning Homes For Sale in Southlake, TX

Southlake, TX certainly ranks among the most highly sought after locations for suburban home buyers looking for a luxury property that offers a safe atmosphere, great schools, and a charming and antiquated feel that one can only experience miles from the everyday hustle and bustle of downtown Dallas.  

Some of Southlake’s most expensive homes are stunning estate residences with 5,000 to 10,000 square feet of living space, lavish interior features, and awesome backyards that are any entertainer’s dream. Believe it or not, the inventory for these type of extravagant single-family dwellings in Southlake is actually quite extensive right now, and although the list certainly isn’t limited to a just a few differnt properties, here’s a look at what we…

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Community Spotlight: Southlake, TX Homes For Sale

Positioned in the heart of the North Texas Metroplex, just minutes from the DFW International Airport, and just south of the 8,000 acre Lake Grapevine, its easy to see why the affluent suburban community of Southlake, Texas is so popular among luxury home buyers looking for a new place to call home. With a population of just under 28,000, it really wasn’t until the 1980s that the area really started to see a strong development boom, and since then, Southlake has grown into one of the most desirable Dallas suburbs to date.

Like most suburban communities around the north Dallas area, the Southlake real estate market is dominated by detached single-family homes, many of which with price tags that exceed $1 million. Expansive and luxurious custom-built…

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A Look at West Village Real Estate For Sale in Uptown Dallas

Designed by David M. Schwartz & Associates of Washington D.C. and developed by Phoenix Property Company and Urban Partners, Inc., West Village started off as a 125,000 square foot shopping complex that was originally home to 42 individual boutique shops, restaurants, cafés, and also the Magnolia Art House Cinema.

But since its completion in 2001, West Village has grown exponentially and is now an integral part of what’s arguably Dallas’ most energetic neighborhood—Uptown. In fact, many refer to West Village as Uptown’s “downtown” because of its walkability and on-going residential development that continues to transform the area into one of the hottest urban locations in Dallas to call home.

To date, West Village now features around 100 retail…

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A Charming Single-Family Home in Uptown Dallas

Uptown Dallas has transformed into a thriving urban center filled with restaurants, hotels, entertainment, and culture that sometimes seems immeasurable. Historic buildings line the streets of today’s Uptown Dallas neighborhood, and when most people think about the real estate and housing options around the area, loft conversions, modern new townhome developments, and even a number of luxury residential high-rises are what usually come to mind.  

But situated in a little pocket towards the south side of Uptown Dallas is a section of the neighborhood that features a variety of quaint and charming single-family homes one might not expect to find in a part of the city known for its on-going urbanization—almost a neighborhood within a neighborhood, if…

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A Luxury Townhome Unlike Any Other at 2935 Magnolia Hill Court

2935 Magnolia Hill Court, Dallas, TX | MLS® #: 12168016 | $1,950,000

Most luxury home buyers in Dallas typically want a home, condo, or loft that offers more than enough living space, lavish interior finishes, and above all—something that is unique and has that “wow” factor you don’t ordinarily see. While the Dallas real estate market may be full of ultra-high-end properties that adequately fit that mold, there may be nothing more compelling than what’s offered 2935 Magnolia Hill Court.  

As part of Magnolia Hill, a luxury townhome development that features exceptional loft-like residences that are full of character, 2935 Magnolia Hill Court certainly has everything most luxury buyers would want in an urban sanctuary that’s located in a very desirable…

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Horse Farms for Sale in North Dallas Horse Country

Located just 35 miles north of Dallas is an area that’s widely known to local residents as “Horse Country USA.” Home to an estimated 30,000 horses, the North Dallas horse region is thought to have one of the largest concentrations of horse farms in the entire country, and is THE place to call home if you’re an equestrian enthusiast looking for the ultimate place for both you and your horses to run wild.

While horse farms are prominent all over the great state of Texas, the heart of the North Dallas horse country occupies much of Allen, Frisco, McKinney, and Plano.  The renowned breeding and training facilities located here are known to be the best in the world, making it especially convenient for those working with horses or within the equestrian…

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Ft. Worth New Construction Homes For Sale

New construction real estate almost always tops the list of luxury home buyers looking for a new place to call home, and if you’re in search of an upscale, recently-built single-family home for sale, the DFW region is loaded with attractive and desirable suburban communities that are a perfect fit for nearly anyone in the market for a stunning new home with all the bells and whistles.

But if the quiet suburban way of life doesn’t quite fit your lifestyle, one option that may give home buyers the best of both worlds are new construction homes for sale in Ft. Worth. With a population of nearly 800,000 and acting as the 17th largest city in the United States, Ft. Worth is a far-cry from a sleepy suburb with little or no culture. Home to several…

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The Best Restaurants in Deep Ellum

Deep Ellum is one of our favorite Dallas neighborhoods for a number of different reasons. Along with being one of the more walkable districts in all of downtown Dallas, the dozens of restaurants, art galleries, entertainment venues, and locally owned boutique shops make it an attractive option for home buyers looking for an authentic urban setting with plenty of culture and diversity. The murals and public art work seen all throughout the neighborhood certainly give the Deep Ellum streets plenty of character, while the urban gardens and community parks provide a true sense of community that other downtown Dallas communities have a hard time matching.

If you’re like us and love to experience the local dining scene, there’s no better place to check out…

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