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Endless Entertainment in this New Custom Build in Rockwall County’s MiraVista Estates

By CandysDirt | June 10, 2023 |

Welcome to McLendon-Chisholm, a quant little town in Rockwall County where luxury living meets suburban charm. Just minutes away from the vibrant Harbor District and Rockwall’s Downtown Square, there’s a one-of-a-kind gem waiting to be discovered at 1655 Vista Court, a 5-bedroom, 6.2-bath estate built by Westchester Custom Homes. Picture this: a sprawling 10,500-square-foot estate…

This Oak Cliff Craftsman Is A Single Story Color Story

By Nikki Barringer | June 10, 2023 |

From the dream team that’s brought you many, many dreams, here comes another one. Dave Perry-Miller’s Emily Ruth Cannon and Michael Mahon teamed up and just listed this completely redone Craftsman in Oak Cliff. The exterior is classic – the siding, the framing – but the sunny yellow front door and matte black light fixtures…

Parks and Amenities Plentiful in Manor Hill at Alliance Neighborhood

By CandysDirt.com Contributor | June 10, 2023 |

By John English Contributing Writer Just North of Arcadia Trail Park sits the community of Manor Hill, a North Fort Worth neighborhood developed in 2004 by Gehan Homes. A single-family neighborhood located near Alliance Town Center, Manor Hill at Alliance has been described on Nextdoor.com as a “walkable, family-friendly, quiet, peaceful, and clean,” community. Resident…

This Merriman Park Midcentury Wears Its Modern Renovation Like a Work of Art

By Daniel Lalley | June 9, 2023 |

We all love a good midcentury home. Whether you’re a sucker for nostalgia or simply love the sleek design, these American architectural staples have a special place in the hearts of just about any home enthusiast. Over the years, we’ve covered our fair share of midcentury homes. We marvel at their dynamic exertions, open floorplans,…

Laura Ladner Lists a Luxury New Build in Colonial Hills That Hits All The Right Notes

By Eric Prokesh | June 9, 2023 |

Laura Ladner of Burt Ladner Real Estate is hitting on all cylinders in the listing game these days with three of the most interesting houses on the market in her portfolio. There’s that fanciful Dilbeck house in Tanglewood, then there’s the refreshing contemporary in the Crestline area — both recently featured on these pages —…

Low Turnout Reported at First Public Hearing on Dallas City Budget 

By April Towery | June 9, 2023 |

The Dallas City Council advertised that it was seeking public input last month on its Fiscal Year 2023-24 operating, capital, grant, and trust budget, but just one resident appeared before the panel.  No supplemental documents, such as a proposed budget, were posted with the May 24 Dallas City Council agenda, so there wasn’t much on…