Splurge vs Steal: Take Your Pick in East Dallas’ Wilshire Heights

Wilshire Heights is one of the great neighborhoods of East Dallas, located minutes from the northwest shores of White Rock Lake. It’s close to all the Lakewood offers, as well as Central Expressway, making it a snap to get around the city. 

This week’s Splurge vs Steal houses are in the hear of Wilshire Heights on Martel Avenue (also in the M Streets). They’re near East Mockingbird Lane and Skillman Street in the attendance zone for Stonewall Jackson Elementary School, a major bonus for families. Which one is your favorite? 

SPLURGE: SUPER CUTE EXPANDED WILSHIRE HEIGHTS TUDOR WITH POOL

Live in style in the super cute expanded Wilshire Heights cottage at 6255 Martel Ave. with great curb appeal, two stories, and a swimming pool and attached spa. This beautiful home has three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, one half bath, two living areas, and 3,126 square feet on two stories, built in 1941.

Buyers will love the wall of windows overlooking the pool, bringing the outdoors in. The updated kitchen overlooks the second living room and features a large eat-in island, as well as stainless steel appliances and lots of cabinet space and storage. The master suite is enormous with a fireplace and ensuite bath. Recent improvements include upstairs HVAC unit, tankless water heater, outdoor kitchen, and carpet in the master. 

This home was listed April 26 by Kim Sinnott with Ebby Halliday Realtors Lakewood for $739,000.

STEAL: AUSTIN STONE TUDOR WITH UPDATED SPACES

Just seven houses to the west, find out steal at 6223 Martel Ave., an Austin stone Tudor that has been updated and maintained. This home has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and 1,734 square feet on one story, built in 1941.

A covered front porch and swing overlook the neighborhood, creating cute curb appeal. The living room has a vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and recessed lighting. The updated kitchen features marble countertops, a large island, and bright breakfast nook. The master bedroom has and ensuite bathroom and custom walk-in closet. A secondary bedroom has its own private study area. The backyard boasts an expansive wood deck. Behind-the-scenes updates include a new AC in 2017, new water heater in 2014, and new roof in 2012. 

This Wilshire Heights home was listed April 11 by Misty Rockwall with Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate, Winans,  for $550,000, reduced to $535,000.