Dells District Home Shows That You Can Enjoy a Carrara Marble Lifestyle on a Formica Budget

For years, Oak Cliff was a neighborhood where you could score a great deal, with so many well-built Craftsman, Prairie, Tudors, traditionals and midcentury moderns on amazing lots going for a fraction of what one might pay up north or out east. Nowadays, if you want to find an amazing deal in Oak Cliff, you need a keen eye and sharp reflexes, because a good deal gets gone fast out here.

And what an amazing deal this Irwindell traditional is. Marketed by Crystal Gonzalez of David Griffin & Co., this little house packs quite the punch in style and amenities. It’s fresh as a daisy inside without losing the character that this neighborhood of post-war traditionals is know for, making it an ideal candidate for this week’s High Caliber Home of the Week.

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Jump to see what this adorable house in a great Oak Cliff neighborhood has to offer.

Right from the start you can see why this listing at 3518 Virginia Blvd. is under option in just 50 days on the market. Beautifully finished hardwood floors, fresh trim and paint, and the lovely original archways have been kept intact in this 1935-built traditional. Updates abound, with ceiling fans and new lighting, but it’s kept warm and breezy from the curb with new picture windows and a cool midcentury-style front door.

The dining room features the original built-in shelving, and I love that the cute scalloped trim was kept in place. Too many times you see renovations that strip homes of their character and personality, but Karr Construction did a splendid job of updating and upgrading.

Of course, you can’t deny the cozy floor plan, which offers 1,112 square feet with two bedrooms and one bath on a 50-foot lot. This will appeal to those who prefer to simplify and minimize, but still want plenty of outdoor space. It’s priced at $175,000, which, considering our market, is a pretty incredible deal.

“One of my favorite things about this home is it offers crisp, clean interiors at an affordable price,” Gonzalez said. “It also offers finishes like marble and custom cabinets which is harder to find in these smaller homes.”

True enough, head over to the kitchen and there you’ll see a sleek and elegant galley that makes the most of its space. Carrera marble counters and backsplashes, custom cabinetry, new stainless steel appliances, and a wonderful high-end faucet will appeal to almost any generation. Think about it: Those who wish to downsize from larger, more luxurious digs will love the clean finish-out and high-end hardware in this home.

Of course, when it comes to simplifying, it doesn’t get any more simple than a modest bedroom and shared hall bath. When I say modest, I mean it: both bedrooms clock in at 11 x 10.  No more king-sized beds for you.

The European-style shower/bath kit looks great, and keeps the space open and bright because it doesn’t obstruct the window with a shower curtain. Everything else goes so well with the overall aesthetic of the home, with soft neutral paint, tile with plenty of depth and texture, and dark-stained wood on the vanity.

And the spacious backyard is just perfect, though we’d prefer a full privacy fence. I like the detached patio, which is a wonderful spot for a barbecue and a chimenea. The large grassy lawn is wonderful for outdoor games, a garden, or a few backyard chickens. What do you think?