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The Devonshire neighborhood is known for its large lots and quiet, tree-lined streets, offering a sense of privacy and space that’s rare so close to the heart of Dallas. It’s the kind of place where neighbors wave, dogs happily patrol their turf, and traffic jams are likely caused by two squirrels playing tag in the…
The National “Yes In My Backyard” advocacy group announced a new cadre of affordable housing supporters just in time for Pride Month: QUIMBYs. Queers in My Backyard is specifically dedicated to the intersection of the LGBTQ+ community and housing, organizers announced in a June 4 press release. “At YIMBY Action, we recognize that individuals with…
With the “official” first day of summer in less than a week, it’s the perfect time to up your home search game to include something with a gorgeous pool. Okay, so yes, maybe the house is the primary factor in making a decision, as it’s got air conditioning, refrigerators, blah blah blah. But when the…
Municipalities across Texas are exploring innovative solutions to an affordable housing crisis. San Marcos’ latest solution is a 210-micro-home rental community. The one- and two-bedroom units at Casata San Marcos will range from 512 to 806 square feet. Leases start at about $1,600 per month for the first-of-its-kind development in Hays County. Tiny homes have been…
The finest luxury brokerage in North Texas has raised the proverbial bar again. Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty has just been ranked the No. 1 luxury brokerage in Dallas by RealTrends Verified — the industry’s most prestigious rankings organization — for sales performance in 2023, with more than $2.4 billion sold in that year alone. What’s more, Briggs…