Give Thanks for This Dells District Bungalow That Is Fabulous AND Affordable

Pretty as a picture, this Dells District bungalow is ready to be the backdrop (or the centerpiece) of your next holiday card. Senior Loan Officer Lisa Peters of First Horizon knows how to pick ’em, because this week’s Highlight Home of the Week is going to make a very happy new homeowner, maybe even a happy new first time home buyer.

Not only is this historic 1942-built bungalow fully updated (not a flip!), but it’s on a huge lot, in a great up-and-coming neighborhood, but it has special financing available because of the location.

The Dells District, according to Heritage Oak Cliff, is home to brick and stone Tudor cottages from the ’20s and ’30s originally developed by a Mr. Irwin — hence the name of one of the major streets, Irwindell. It’s a lovely wooded area that backs to the riverbed of Coombs Creek and has easy access to all things Oak Cliff: Bishop Arts, Stevens Park, etc.

Getting into this special little neighborhood is made even easier because this property qualifies for 100% financing, no monthly interest, based on its Census tract location, according to Peters. There’s also a grant of up to $8,000 available for those who qualify, for closings after Jan. 1, 2025. That’s an exciting opportunity, especially on a home of this caliber.

The home itself is fresh and welcoming, with a large setback on a 0.21-acre lot that Compass listing agent Phillip Murrell says is massive for The Dells. The two big picture windows and matching front porches make the perfect frame for a little weekend neighbor-watching with a glass of iced tea.

Inside, you can tell how beautifully the home was renovated and kept.

“It’s such a smart use of space, Murrell said. “It feels so much larger than it actually is.”

Hardwood floors transition to an open kitchen that provides gorgeous quartz bartop seating in the living area and prep space in the kitchen. Everything was done from the cabinetry to the appliances to make this light, bright, and surprisingly spacious kitchen a chef’s dream.

The home has three bedrooms and two baths; the ensuite primary bright and airy with a spa-type shower. The windows were all replaced with efficient double-paned glass, and the attic is foam-encapsulated for additional energy efficiency. Even the roof, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems have all been replaced. That’s four out of the five major areas of a house you need to be concerned with when purchasing.

Outside, there’s a long driveway to the back where you find a separate two-car garage, which Murrell says is also a bonus in The Dells. A new cedar deck awaits yard parties, barbecues, and stargazing, and a steel-framed plank fence provides plenty of privacy for all of it.

If you’re in the market this Thanksgiving, and fabulous yet affordable is what you’re looking for, head over to The Dells District! And don’t forget to contact Lisa Peters at First Horizon about that special financing.

Compass Real Estate’s Phillip Murrell has 806 McLean Ave. listed for $349,900.