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This Preston Hollow Italian Renaissance Mansion is Perfect For Dallas’ New Luxury Buyers

By Karen Eubank / May 3, 2021 /

I often spot a new listing and think, “Hmmm … I know that house, but it looks nothing like it did a few years ago.” Such is the case with this magnificent Preston Hollow Italian Renaissance mansion. It’s the same stunning 15,530 square feet of luxurious living with five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, five powder baths,…

A Volk Estates Modern Mansion With Drama!

By Karen Eubank / October 24, 2020 /

Why do we call these “O” properties? I’ll give you the family version. They simply make you stop and go, “OH,”  and this striking Volk Estates modern mansion does just that.  While you may be familiar with the names Highland Park and University Park, many of our newcomers have not a clue about the name…

Lionel Morrison’s Curved Contemporary Masterpiece

By Karen Eubank / September 28, 2020 /

This cool curved contemporary masterpiece is a honey stop the car house.  It’s no stranger to press coverage because it’s been on the market several times over the years. Of course, it takes a specific buyer to appreciate a contemporary home, especially one of this pedigree. So why is this the right house for right…

This University Park Luxury Lease Will Have You Singing From the Balconies

By Karen Eubank / April 4, 2020 /

The luxury lease market is hotter than a pistol in Dallas. We keep telling you not to listen to national statistics regarding real estate here. Understanding your local market is crucial in difficult times. The Dallas market has always been unique. We have a more diverse economy, and our real estate market is filled with…

You Get Beauty and Brains in this French Transitional

By Karen Eubank / March 9, 2020 /

We have a couple of mantras here at CandysDirt.com. One is if you can purchase the home of a builder, do it. This French transitional is a perfect example of why that is solid advice. Mike Wilderman owns Double Door Custom Homes. He built this 7,560-square-foot stunner fully intending to move in with his wife…