Livin’ That White Rock Lake Life in Lake Park Estates

There’s nothing I love more than finding a really terrific home in a fantastic neighborhood for a great price, and this week’s Highlight Home of the Week, sponsored by Lisa Peters, Senior Loan Officer with First Horizon is all three.

Lake Park Estates is one of those great East Dallas neighborhoods where people love to live, and it shows. Listing agent David Collier with David Griffin & Company Real Estate actually lives in the neighborhood himself, and can’t say enough about it.

“People are so friendly here, and it’s really beautiful walking around the neighborhood,” said Collier. “You can walk to Goodfriend or one of the many cool places here at Peavy and Garland Road, and of course, White Rock Lake just across Buckner.”

With the lake comes easy access to hike and bike trails, parks, the Arboretum, and just a general sense of being closer to nature. The streets through this area just feel lush. I myself used to live a couple of blocks from here, and I fondly remember jogging down these streets with my dogs on the way to the lake. Such a friendly, beautiful area.

The home itself has been lovingly cared for by the current owners, who made several updates, including new HVAC and a primary bedroom expansion. The floorplan was updated at some point to a spacious open plan, perfect for families, that allows for a variety of seating arrangements.

The living area has large picture windows facing the street, letting in lots of natural light and views of the picturesque front yard. The interesting millwork on the back wall breaks up the space and provides a great spot for the TV.

The wood-burning fireplace in the dining room is a fun addition that hints at the home’s likely original configuration before it was opened up. How cozy to have a meal by firelight! Collier said the fireplace has just been retooled with new gas fittings, a new chimney cap, cleaned, and is ready to go!

I love this kitchen, overlooking the patio on one side and the dining area on the other. This black and white kitchen has been updated with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless appliances.

The primary bedroom is lined with windows so you can sleep among the towering trees. Hardwood floors and a shiplap wall give this room a unique, vacation-y feel.

The home has a one-car garage as well as this two car carport, and this separate structure is currently used as an office, which could be a studio, man cave, or she-shed.

Outside, this home really shines. On almost a third of an acre, there’s plenty of room to play and grow. There are garden beds and even a separate fence if you want chickens. There’s a beautiful deck, lots of yard (but not too much), and the makings for the perfect backyard party pad.

The home at 9958 Galway Drive is one that someone or a family could move in and really enjoy. Walkability, lots of lifestyle, friendly neighbors, beautiful surroundings — and Lake Park Estates feeds into coveted Hexter Elementary School.

Collier will be holding an Open House on Sunday, March 1, from 1-3 p.m.

David Griffin & Company Real Estate agent David Collier has 9958 Galway Drive listed for $675,000.