This Hollywood Heights Tudor Offers More Than History and Character

I walk by this Hollywood Heights Tudor with my dogs almost every night. I’ve always wanted to see inside. When it was listed last week, my curiosity was only somewhat sated. I wanted to know more.

So, I searched the Dallas Public Library archives because every house in Hollywood Heights has a story to tell. Sometimes the stories are dramatic or heartwarming. Sometimes they simply remind us that over the past 90-plus years, despite updated interiors, not much has really changed in the way people enjoy their homes. That is somehow quite reassuring.

Many people move to Hollywood Heights because it’s a genuinely comforting neighborhood. We hear that from people attending the annual home tour each year. What strikes everyone first are the mature trees, the topography, and the storybook character of the neighborhood. That character is completely due to the fact that Hollywood Heights is a conservation district. That means a developer cannot construct a house that does not conform to one of the multiple historic architectural styles found here. The designation is undoubtedly the reason for the neighborhood’s cohesive look. It’s also a major factor in why buyers want to live here, and everyone wants a Hollywood Heights Tudor if they can find one. Luckily, we’ve got one for you today!

This 2,275-square-foot beauty is a prime example of the allure of Hollywood Heights. The home has been thoughtfully updated while retaining its historic charm. With three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a powder bath, and a sunroom, it offers plenty space for a family. The corner lot slopes down in the back, and a large balcony deck accessible from the primary and secondary bedrooms was added, offering a peaceful retreat.

Although DCAD has a 1931 build date, such records are not always reliable. My search of the Dallas Public Library archives yielded a 1928 construction date accompanied by some truly wonderful advertisements from that era.

One of the major draws was access to the streetcar line, which ran just a block from this Tudor, contributing to the immediate popularity of the neighborhood. People had easy public transportation access to downtown Dallas at a time when cars were still quite a luxury. The other major draw was the opening of Woodrow Wilson High School, which took place on September 14, 1928. Although the streetcar service is sadly gone, the high school remains a significant draw for homebuyers.

The other big reason people move here is the welcoming community and neighborhood traditions. From the annual Easter Parade to chili cook-offs and block parties, it’s a lively and engaged place to live. On alternate years, there are unforgettable Halloween or Christmas displays at the home of our self-appointed and much beloved neighborhood social director, Liz Simmons. You will find your neighbors at the Samual Grand Recreation Center Tai Chi classes, on the pickleball courts, hitting balls at  Tenison Golf Course, and running on the Santa Fe Trail, all of which is walking distance from this Hollywood Heights Tudor.

To put it simply, the neighborhood has always been popular. It’s the history, the character, and the overwhelming sense of comfort and belonging that make it so special.
 
Compass realtor Jeff Mitchell has this Hollywood Heights Tudor at 919 Cordova St. available for $879,900.