Inwood Home of The Week

A Renovated Cottage in Little Forest Hills Leans Into Classic Charm

By Daniel Lalley / May 22, 2026 /

If you’re looking for a nicely updated East Dallas cottage in a beloved neighborhood — with the cutest little backyard you’ve seen, this week’s Inwood Home of the Week, sponsored by Inwood National Bank, offers the perfect example.  Nestled in Little Forest Hills, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom, 1,302-square-foot cottage brings quaint character to a quintessential Dallas…

During Swiss Avenue’s War of One-Upmanship, This Refined 1919 Original Chose Timelessness

By Daniel Lalley / May 15, 2026 /

The Swiss Avenue Historic District showcases everything from stunning Italianate estates to sprawling Mediterranean villas. In the early 20th century, this “silk stocking district” was an architectural battleground. Here, captains of industry, cotton magnates, and oil barons vied for status through stone and mortar. Commissioning some of the most awe-inspiring homes in the state, they…

This East Dallas Home Backs to a Popular Trail, But It’s Not the Katy

By Daniel Lalley / May 8, 2026 /

Running along the former Southern Pacific rail line from White Rock Lake toward Greenville Avenue, the SoPac Trail — still unfamiliar to some Dallasites — is quickly becoming one of East Dallas’ most desirable corridors. This four-bedroom Lakewood home backs right up to it. For homeowners, that means stepping straight onto the trail — and…

Personal Touches Make This Rockwall Build Better Than New

By Daniel Lalley / May 1, 2026 /

We all appreciate a well-built home — especially in Texas, where scale and presence often define the market. But balancing size with livability isn’t always easy, particularly in new construction where broad appeal can outweigh personal design. For this week’s Inwood Home of the Week sponsored by Inwood National Bank, we’ve found a great home…

Effortless Style Plus a Smart Floorplan Equals an Incredible Lake Ridge Estates Home

By Daniel Lalley / April 24, 2026 /

While many homes have unique offerings and distinct features, it takes deliberate design to ensure they all add up to a compelling whole. This often calls for a solid floor plan, a cohesive character, and quality details. When each of these elements complements one another, a house becomes more than a collection of rooms. It…