Live the Jet Set Life Without the Jet Set Price at This Turtle Creek North Condo

The “Jet Set” was a midcentury term for society’s fashionable, fast-moving elite — those who could hop from one destination to the next. I’ll take a cool midcentury word for a cool midcentury building when it comes to describing this week’s Highlight Home of the Week, sponsored by Lisa Peters, Senior Financial Officer with First Horizon.

The term feels apt, whether you’re talking about the building’s history or its present. Built in 1962 by Kelley and Marshall Architects, Turtle Creek North is a bastion of midcentury modern design with a wonderful Turtle Creek location. The building’s management and board are proud stewards of its history, meticulously maintaining the common areas and grounds, and keeping records of its story.

One of the building’s most beloved figures has been there almost since the doors opened. Doorman,FC Brown has welcomed guests with a friendly word and a smile since 1963.

“FC is the heart and soul of the place,” said listing agent Tricia Weiner.

Douglas Klahr, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Architectural History at UT Arlington, noted in 2012:

“What I think is so interesting about this building is that when it was first built, it contained a restaurant on the ground floor. If you imagine the Mad Men era, and people living that sort of lifestyle back then, you get a pretty good idea of what that building must’ve been like when it first opened,” Klahr says. “Take a drive on Turtle Creek Boulevard and see how lovely it’s situated slightly above the boulevard.”

As for the jet set, you only have to look to Karen Eubank’s recent article to get a taste of some of the celebrity culture that has set foot in Turtle Creek North over the years. And today’s listing just has the cool midcentury vibes along with a fabulous update that a modern jet setter lives for.

The unit has two bedrooms with three full baths, converted from three bedrooms originally to create a beautiful, open living space. One of the best things about the living area is the immaculate light wood built-ins, including the huge shelving unit with desk along one wall and the full bar with wine fridge along another. Did somebody say Mad Men? I also love the contrast of the darker wood flooring with the light wood built-ins.

Stealing the show, of course, is the uptown view through sliding glass doors with electronic shades that lead to a fabulous 9th floor balcony. The perfect spot to host appetizers and martinis before you walk to the theater?

Now that’s a view.

The open floor plan allows choices for how to place the dining area or whether to create two seating areas. Either way, this fireplace makes a cozy centerpiece.

The fully renovated kitchen is sleek and functional, seamlessly opening to the living and dining spaces — ideal for entertaining.

The bedrooms are spacious and located on either side of the living area for ideal privacy. Bathrooms are fully renovated with comfort and privacy in mind. Custom closets and cabinetry throughout provide excellent storage space.

The building is beautifully maintained with a stunning pool and courtyard for residents to enjoy along Turtle Creek.

The location is hard to beat for walkability, the beauty of Turtle Creek, and proximity to downtown and Uptown. And the price for this unit in this neighborhood is fantastic!

Ebby Halliday agent Tricia Weiner has 3701 Turtle Creek Blvd #9H listed for $450,000.