Cedar Crest

How Developer Swede Hanson Is Building Attainable Housing With Trust in Southern Dallas

By Charles Grand / May 22, 2025 /

In a city where new housing can mean displacement in some neighborhoods, Dallas developer Swede Hanson is trying something different: getting buy-in from the community before breaking ground. Hanson has developed a reputation for listening as much as building in his pursuit of delivering attainable workforce housing south of the city center. In carving out…

Cedar Crest Midcentury Ranch Has Downtown Dallas Views, Updates, And Income Potential

By Joanna England / May 15, 2024 /

Cedar Crest Golf Course turns 105 this year. The course, which hosted the 1927 PGA Championship, underwent a renovation two years ago that delivered big upgrades to the Southern Dallas mainstay. In the neighborhood surrounding the course, upgrades are happening at a more gradual but nonetheless impressive pace. In fact, Cedar Crest might be one…

City Hall Roundup: Development Code Change Would Protect Tenth Street Historic Homes From Demolition

By April Towery / February 11, 2024 /

The Dallas City Council is expected to vote Feb. 28 on a code update to protect historic homes from demolition when they fall into disrepair.  Neighborhoods such as Southern Dallas’ historic Tenth Street are watching closely. A code amendment would repeal a 2010 ordinance that they say has had a disproportionately negative impact on Black…

Violent Crime, Homelessness, And Slums: What’s Dallas Going to Do?

By April Towery / July 15, 2022 /

There’s a housing development in Dallas that some people think ought to be bulldozed. Violent crime occurs regularly, residents can’t depend on running water or air conditioning, and children are tossing a half-empty water bottle in front of the complex because they don’t have a ball or any toys. Residents are facing illegal evictions, forcing…

Oak Cliff Original Or Cedar Crest New Build, You Choose

By Amy Puchaty / July 5, 2020 /

This week we take you to two incredible homes – one in Oak Cliff, the other in Cedar Crest. Whether you seek a quiet wooded oasis or crave a life on the green, our Splurge vs. Steal gives you options. Both of our picks are sited in South Dallas with stunning interiors and outdoor amenities.…