Junius Heights
Junius Heights has been a coveted neighborhood since its inception in 1906. Developer C.H. Munger sold 200 lots in about 45 minutes. Advertised as the “choicest residential section of Dallas,” not much has changed except the housing prices. Notably, Junius Heights features the largest collection of Craftsman homes in the southwest, but it’s also got…
By Jim Anderson Preservation consultant Jim Anderson, who has served the City of Dallas for 26 years as an urban planner in historic preservation, presents the second in his three-part series on the history of streetcars in Dallas. Catch up on last week’s “Tracks Through Time Part 1: Dallas and the Golden Age of Trolleys.“…
Known for offering some of the city’s most celebrated homes, Junius Heights has become one of Dallas’ most coveted communities. Situated just south of White Rock Lake, this neighborhood evolved around an iconic Dallas streetcar line, becoming a destination for East Dallas living. With a collection of Craftsman, Tudor, and Prairie school architecture, this close-knit…
If you’re moving here from a much older city like Boston, New York, or San Diego and are in the market for a historic property, you might not think Dallas has much to offer. You’d be surprised. This two-story, completely updated 1915 Junius Heights Craftsman Bungalow is an excellent example of what’s available. It’s easy…
What is receivership? And what does it have to do with historic preservation? Companies often use receivership to avoid bankruptcy by having a receiver manage assets and finances until they regain profitability. But how does receivership relate to a historic home? ‘Demolition by Neglect’ We’ve all seen vacant homes sliding downhill to the point that no…
