Ivey Ramsey
I am constantly being reminded of the uniqueness of Fort Worth and why I love it. Take Mistletoe Heights, for example. Mistletoe Heights is one of the Southside’s oldest and most venerable neighborhoods with a history dating back to 1890 when landowner Harvie C. Lawrie laid out the streets by setting a two-inch oak wagon…
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Yes, that’s Monticello — not Montecito — though this stunning Mediterranean villa could comfortably compete in style and grandeur with residences in the pricey California enclave. Beautifully situated on a one-third acre lot near the park, the near prototypical Mediterranean exemplifies timeless design. The modern drive and garage might betray the 2005 date of construction,…
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Do people still host parties and events in their homes? It seems every listing always highlights that a home “is perfect for entertaining.” Does that still happen? When I think of “entertaining” in a home, it conjures thoughts of the doorbell ringing, people kissing cheeks, music playing in the background, and everyone mixing and mingling. Entertaining…
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The invention of the interwebs, apps, the digital camera, and mobile technology has greatly changed the way real estate is done these days. Not long ago prospective buyers would see one or two photos of the home, then they would actually go to the home — like get out of their vehicle and walk through…
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Looking for a great Westside location in a quiet corner of Arlington Heights? You might fall under the spell of this 1932 Tudor charmer at 4803 El Campo Avenue. A peaked roof plus a concentric arched doorway and tidy landscaping add up to loads of curb appeal. The 2,156-square-foot cottage began life as a duplex —…
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