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Charming Cul-de-Sac Crestwood Cottage Merits a Closer Look

By Eric Prokesh / April 3, 2026 /

Anyone who reads these pages knows my fondness for the charming, somewhat quirky Westside enclave of Crestwood. And 415 Crestwood Drive has already made a small cameo appearance in CandysDirt.com when Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s did a mega open-house-a-thon nearly a year and a half ago, when they opened more than 100 properties in every price…

This Southlake Garden Tour Only Blooms Every Other Year — and It’s Back May 17

By Joy Donovan / March 31, 2026 /

Anyone who loves to garden might find North Texas is a place with its, ahem, challenges. “I’ve gardened everywhere, and Texas is the hardest place to garden,” said master gardener Sian Rees. A native of Toronto, Canada, she has also lived in other states and found gardening more than a little easier elsewhere. The situation,…

Sun Shines on Ribbon Cutting for Bedford Townhome Project

By Joy Donovan / March 24, 2026 /

The Texas sunshine set the tone last week as city leaders and developers gathered for the ribbon cutting at Parkwood Oaks Townhomes, the newest addition to Bedford’s residential landscape. The celebration at 3800 Harwood Road marked the debut of a $17.5 million project, designed to offer rental options with modern design and amenities. The development…

Century-Old Fairmount House in Fort Worth Comes With a Tiny Bonus

By Joy Donovan / March 20, 2026 /

There was a big celebration recently at 1951 College Ave. in Fort Worth. Food, friends, and cupcakes were involved because this sweet blue house was believed to have turned 100 years old. “It just celebrated its 100th birthday, and it’s still standing,” said Realtor Ashlee White about the listing. “And it’s probably got one of…

This Updated Ryan Place Craftsman Bungalow Is Packing Presence

By Eric Prokesh / March 20, 2026 /

You might expect a 104-year-old house to have a story or two to tell. What you might not expect is a 1921 Craftsman bungalow that has so perfectly preserved its past while balancing the needs and comforts of today. This house is graced with illuminated mature live oak trees, creating strong curb appeal. The deep…