Katrina Whatley
By Katrina Whatley Oak Cliff Resident and Realtor Grief and solidarity are evident in North Oak Cliff right now as the community comes together following the explosion that leveled the 1960s-era Clyde Apartments, at 409 E. 9th Street on May 27. The blast was so powerful that shop owners in Bishop Arts — over half a…
Renovation, restoration, reinvention, call it what you will, but there is a movement afoot. This 1971 California shed-style home proves something exciting is happening in Dallas — buyers are choosing to restore rather than demolish historic homes. I think it’s a generational change. Our younger buyers and investors are looking for character. They see potential…
As Dallas continues to evolve, each City Council district faces unique challenges and opportunities that shape the neighborhoods within them. In this ongoing Q&A series ahead of the May 3 election, we’re diving into each district to explore key real estate trends, development projects, and the policies driving change. First off, if you’re not sure…
Who’s afraid of a little ol’ land use plan? Well, for starters, a resident who has a five-story apartment building overlooking her backyard. An architect who thinks the plan should be scrapped and the process restarted from scratch. A Park and Recreation Board member who doesn’t want multiplexes in single-family neighborhoods. A woman who lives…
Few architectural styles convert easily to today’s tastes and preferences. The Midcentury Ranch is a popular one, mostly because it is like a blank canvas. However, as more and more 1970s Contemporary homes hit the market, their popularity with renovation-minded buyers has grown likewise. This particular listing in Oak Cliff is no exception. Because of…
