North Dallas

Declare Your Independence From Average Homes With This Russwood Acres Estate

By CandysDirt / July 4, 2026 /

Happy Fourth of July, Dallas! While everyone else is gearing up to fight for a patch of grass to watch neighborhood pyrotechnics from, we’re swooning over a different kind of firework: the spectacular, rare midcentury-ish modern masterpiece hidden in plain sight at 5205 Royal Lane in Russwood Acres. KABOOM! Let’s be honest. Nothing says American…

French-Inspired Lake Forest Showpiece That Helped Define the Neighborhood Hits the Market

By CandysDirt / June 25, 2026 /

When Rick Strauss set out to develop Lake Forest in the 1980s, he built a row of model homes designed to show prospective buyers exactly what life inside the gates could look like. 6911 Forest Glen Dr. was one of those originals. It was one of the finest examples Strauss used to define the neighborhood’s…

Dallas Mavericks Enter Option Agreement with Valley View Owners

By Charles Grand / June 1, 2026 /

The Dallas Mavericks announced Monday that the franchise has entered into option agreements with owners of the former Valley View Center site, securing exclusive rights to pursue a potential purchase of more than 100 acres for a new arena and entertainment district. In a statement, the Mavericks said the site in North Dallas “meets most…

Thoughtful MCM in Dallas’ Private School Corridor Lets Natural Light Lead

By CandysDirt / May 19, 2026 /

In a North Dallas neighborhood where mature trees and established architecture set the tone, 10757 St. Lazare Dr. manages to feel both rooted and entirely new. Located in the heart of the city’s highly sought-after Private School Corridor, this Midcentury Modern has been taken down to the studs, expanded, and reimagined for 2026 living in…

Hill Country Heart, North Dallas Zip: The Best of Both Worlds

By CandysDirt / April 25, 2026 /

If you’ve been doom-scrolling and scouting for a property that doesn’t feel like every other beige box in the suburbs, pull over right now. 17515 River Hill Dr. has recently entered the chat, and it’s bringing all the Texas Hill Country vibes — without the three-hour drive to Austin. It’s so vibey, in fact, while…