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Chapel Downs Reno Offers Light-Filled Interior in Hot Dallas Neighborhood

By Leah Shafer / November 19, 2015 /

Today’s Thursday Three Hundred takes us to Northwest Dallas, to a friendly, spacious, 1962 ranch, updated with modern amenities, but retaining lots of original charm. Located at 3309 Citation Dr., near Walnut Hill and Webb Chapel, this home is 2,254 square feet with three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a powder room. This house, like the…

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Merriman Park Ranchette Gets Big Reno to Create Open Floorplan, Family Spaces

By Leah Shafer / November 12, 2015 /

Two words seem to be on the lips of almost all prospective homebuyers as they browse from listing to listing, no matter the price range: open floorplan. Chopped up rooms and awkward spaces get a big thumbs down in today’s market. Those considering a renovation with a future sale in mind are wise to put their dollars…

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Original Metal Geneva Cabinets In This East Dallas Midcentury Are Part of Vintage Charm

By Leah Shafer / November 10, 2015 /

During World War II, America ramped up its steel production to make weapons, build ships, and fuel the effort overseas. Once the war was over, we had tremendous capacity, and it had to go somewhere. Enter the big cars of the 1950s, huge appliances, and home construction (coming out of the war, there were around six…

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Modern Updates to Adorable Santa Monica Home Keep Its Cottage Feel, Vintage Charm

By Leah Shafer / October 29, 2015 /

Some of the best pre-sale renovations owners can do on older homes is to make sure they have things today’s buyers value: more than one bathroom; an updated kitchen with new fixtures and appliances; an open floorplan; and a fresh, updated look everywhere. Today’s Thursday Three Hundred at 7014 Vivian Ave. is located in East Dallas’ Santa Monica neighborhood. Built…

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Lake Gardens Cottage Shows Off Charms

By Leah Shafer / October 27, 2015 /

Nestled in East Dallas near Peavy Road and E. Lake Highland Drive is a cute cottage with tons of curb appeal and interior updates. Our Tuesday Two Hundred is a 2-2 with 1,316 square feet and an open floorplan that makes the most of the space. The home at 10115 Gateway Ln. was built in 1955, and in…

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