Far North Dallas Contemporary With Soaring Ceiling Tops Dallas Open House Roundup
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The contemporary beauty at 6828 Ledyard Dr. is one of five open houses this weekend we’re featuring.
Every Thursday, we bring you an insider look at hot North Texas properties with our CandysDirt Open Houses of the Week column. We pick five fabulous open houses in Dallas (and the ‘burbs from time to time) you shouldn’t miss.
This week, our houses range in price from $375K to $979K. Let us know what you think of our choices, and if you know of any we should feature next week!
FAR NORTH DALLAS CONTEMPORARY WITH SOARING CEILINGS, CHIC LOOKS
Open house: Sunday, July 31, 2-4 p.m.
The Far North Dallas Contemporary at 6828 Ledyard Dr., near Campbell and Hillcrest roads, is open and bright, with floor-to-ceiling windows in many rooms. It has three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, one half bath and 2,324 square feet on two stories, built in 1973.
The downstairs living room has soaring ceiling and features a modern glass fireplace with custom burners. There are two living areas, two fireplaces, hardwood floors, a separate utility room, tons of storage. The spacious first-floor master offers an en suite bath with dual vanities, separate shower, and two closets. In the back, a swimming pool and all the grounds are professionally landscaped.
It was listed July 14 by Kim Sinnott with Ebby Halliday Realtors for $449,000.
CORNER-LOT CLAREMONT COTTAGE WITH HUGE RENOVATIONS, FRESH LOOK
Open house: Sunday, July 31, 2-4 p.m.
Claremont is one of East Dallas’ great neighborhoods, biking distance to White Rock Lake and close to all the area’s attractions. Lots of Midcentury homes in the area are getting renovated, like the stunner at 2536 Dorrington Dr., built in 1959 and beautifully reimagined with an open floorplan, high-end amenities, and thoughtful touches throughout.
This is a four-bedroom home with two masters, three full bathrooms, and 2,236 square feet. The excellent curb appeal is just the beginning at this corner lot cutie. Light oak hardwoods flow throughout, and the flow of the floorplan is perfect for entertaining. A mosaic stone wall encases a gas log fireplace in one of three living areas. The completely renovated kitchen offers custom white cabinets, a breakfast bar island, slab granite counters, a fresh white glass tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, including a gas cooktop and double ovens. The master bedroom offers a huge walk-in shower in the bathroom, which is also totally updated. There’s an open patio off the third living area, leading to the backyard with landscaping and mature trees.
It was listed July 22 by Edwina Dye with Ebby Halliday Realtors for $375,000.
THREE-STORY OAK LAWN CONDO WITH RESORT-STYLE POOL, PRIVATE YARD
Open house: Saturday, July 30, 1-3 p.m.
The Oak Lawn condo at 4211 Rawlins St., Unit 419 is in pristine shape with a prime location near popular shopping places and with amenities like a resort-style community pool and an enclosed private yard. This condo has two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, one half bathroom, and 2,153 square feet on three stories, built in 2006.
This unit features an open layout with a two-car garage and a balcony. Upscale features include hardwood floors, granite counters, stainless steel KitchenAid appliances, study, spacious master with sitting area, jetted tub, separate shower, and two master closets, one of which is a big walk-in.
It was listed July 22 by Mohammed Jaber with Ebby Halliday Realtors for $469,999. Monthly HOA dues are $296 and cover back and front yard maintenance, blanket insurance, exterior maintenance, gas, sprinkler system, trash, and water/sewer.
RENOVATED DEVONSHIRE HOME ON QUIET CUL-DE-SAC
Open house: Sunday, July 31, 2-4 p.m.
Sitting on a quiet cul-de-sac on almost a third of an acre, the home at 5714 Surrey Square Ln. is a beautiful sight, with mature landscaping and arching shade trees. It’s located near W. Northwest Highway and the Dallas North Tollway in Devonshire, with three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, one half bathroom, and 3,185 square feet, built in 1966.
This property has four living areas, a fireplace, skylights, and lots of updates. One living area has a vaulted ceiling with beams, natural stone fireplace, and views of the backyard swimming pool and water wall. The renovated kitchen offer flat-front wood cabinets, a natural-stone backsplash, granite counters, stone floor, and stainless steel appliances, including a gas range and double ovens. The separate game room or office is the only room upstairs. The property also has a separate play yard and side yard.
It was listed July 18 by Lisa Gross with Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty for $979,000.
DOWNTOWN TOWNHOME WITH SLEEK, ELEGANT STYLE, ROOFTOP TERRACE
Open house: Sunday, July 31, 2-4 p.m.
There’s a lot to recommend the townhome at 2130 Helsminster Dr. near the Dallas Farmers Market in downtown Dallas. It sits in the middle of the community and is on the widest street inside the area. The amount of space between the buildings provides a better view of downtown Dallas from the rooftop. With almost 2,400 square feet, this townhome offers three large bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a powder bath, and a two-car garage with storage areas, built in 2013.
The first floor has the garage and a large guest bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and large closet. On the second level, the kitchen features tons of custom cabinetry, wood flooring, large island/breakfast bar, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, decorative hardware, a walk-in pantry, recessed lighting, and big windows. The dining area is open to the kitchen and the living room, providing a nice flow for entertaining. The living area provides a very comfortable and functional area for relaxing or entertaining, with high ceilings and a balcony. On the third floor, the master bedroom is big, with a dreamy master bath. Think walk-in shower with seamless glass surround, a large soaking tub, dual vanities, framed mirrors, and custom tile and granite. There’s also a guest bedroom with an ensuite bath and split from the master bedroom. The rooftop terrace views of the Dallas skyline are panoramic and spectacular, especially at night.
It was listed June 16 by Tony Nuncio with Dallas City Center Realtors for $615,000. Monthly HOA dues are $125 and cover full use of facilities and maintenance of common areas.
This open house roundup is a weekly feature at CandysDirt. Let us know if you visit these properties and what you think of them. If you have an open house to tell us about, email Leah here.
