Dallas real estate news

PD-15 Changes Are Necessary, Says Former Preston Place Resident

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / September 9, 2019 /

By Kevin McMahon Guest Contributor Recently, guest writer Barbara Dewberry expressed her opposition to the City Plan Commission’s proposal for updated zoning for PD-15. I would like the opportunity to offer a counterpoint and speak to the merits of the proposal. But first, I should state something up front some may consider relevant. I am…

Take Your Pick Of These Forest Hills Lookers, Both Under $699K

By Amy Puchaty / September 9, 2019 /

Ideally positioned only six miles from downtown, Forest Hills feels like a secluded oasis away from the city. It’s a perfect place put down roots. And we found two of its gems! Which would you choose, the Highland On The Creek Splurge or the Midcentury Modern Steal? Splurge: Highland On The Creek Stunner With Pool…

Plano, Arlington Rank in the Top 25 for Best Places to Drive

By Bethany Erickson / September 9, 2019 /

Plano and Arlington are at the top of a list of best places to drive, pending home sales fell in July, and Realogy announced that its agents lead a top LGBT+ agent list. We have all this in this week’s roundup of real estate news. Plano, Arlington Rank in the Top 25 for Best Places…

Dallas ISD Gets A Higher B, But There’s Still Work Ahead

By Bethany Erickson / September 8, 2019 /

The good news? Dallas ISD maintained its B grade from the Texas Education Agency this year, in fact, it went up from an 81 to an 86. In fact, of 232 Dallas ISD schools, 28 got an A and 102 earned a B, making it 57 percent of Dallas ISD schools making an A or…

Low Maintenance Find Near Whole Foods And Preston Forest Is A Steal

By Amy Puchaty / September 6, 2019 /

This week’s Friday Four Hundred is the trifecta of real estate offerings near Preston Forest. It’s ideally located, low maintenance, and perfectly priced. The only thing missing is you! Nestled on a mature block surrounded by trees, this two-bedroom, two-and-one-half-bathroom condo sits just minutes from Whole Foods. And since it’s so close to Preston Forest, you’ll…