It’s All About Live, Work, and Play In This Week’s Open Houses

More people are working from home these days, and it’s changed the game in what buyers want in a floor plan, smart appliances, and the ever-important backyard oasis. 

In this segment of CandysDirt.com Open Houses of the Week, we’ve selected three huge properties that have meet the needs of live, work, and play in a post-pandemic world. 

JanMar Jewel

A 1960 Midcentury Modern mansion at 7447 Malabar Lane in North Dallas’s trendy JanMar Estates has everything for a family that loves to entertain, relax, and use high-tech amenities.

The smart-home technology is perfect for a home office. Upgrades made earlier this year allow residents to control automated systems from their smartphones for Ring security cameras, Weathermatic irrigation, Trane thermostats, landscape lighting, and the Chamberlain garage door. 

The 4,519-square-foot home has five bedrooms, four-and-one-half bathrooms, and the most fabulous materials money can buy. 

The $2.7 million abode boasts a metal standing-seam roof, a white brick-and stone facade, red oak hardwood floors, a floor-to-ceiling marble fireplace, and a wall of windows. 

The eat-in kitchen features Carrara Italian countertops, a Wolf gas cooktop, two convection ovens, Kohler sink features, a sub-zero refrigerator and a Zephyr wine cooler. 

The first-floor primary suite has its own fireplace, two walk-in closets and an ensuite bath with an air-jetted tub and thermostatic shower. This spacious suite opens onto the backyard and pool area, stacked with an outdoor kitchen, gas grill, refrigerator, fireplace, and heaters. 

Realtor Faisal Halum with Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty is hosting an open house from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27. 

Something New

This Midway Hollow stunner at 3767 LaJoya Drive features brand new construction with custom designer finishes. 

Built by Fifer Custom Homes and listed at $2 million, the five-bedroom, four-and-one-half-bath residence has a chef’s kitchen with Energy Star appliances, a commercial-grade range, dual dishwashers, and a built-in wine cooler. 

The open-concept floor plan covers more than 5,000 square feet. The family room overlooks a wall of sliding glass that opens to a spacious backyard oasis with a covered patio, cooking area, and electric gated fence. 

Why would you ever leave home? 

The family can gather upstairs in a second living room. The primary suite, secondary bedrooms, and an oversized second laundry room also are upstairs. 

Realtor Melanie Martin with Robert Elliott and Associates is hosting an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27. 

Backyard Oasis

A recent report from Fixr.com shows that post-pandemic, homeowners are more willing to invest in things like home offices, private space, outdoor amenities, and security. This home at 9412 Moss Haven Drive definitely fits that bill.  

Listed at $1.4 million, the massive remodel in Oak Highland Estates has all kinds of good stuff inside, but the real treat is the great outdoors. 

Find your zen in the private backyard with lush landscaping, a sparkling pool, hot tub, garden, and RV and boat parking pad. The property is near golf courses, nature trails, and high-end shopping.

But don’t forget about what’s inside. 

There are five bedrooms, three and one-half baths, and an expansive floor plan with a dedicated master wing. 

The interior is filled with Carrera marble and porcelain tile finishes. His-and-hers closets, custom cabinetry, and a three-car garage will remind the new owners that they’re living the dream. 

Realtor Stephanie Andrews with Fathom Realty is hosting open houses from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, and from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28.