White Rock Lake

It's My Mansion: Too Cute To Believe, This Casa View Haven Home Is Perfect For a Pair

By Joanna England / August 13, 2013 /

I know I harp a lot about what’s going on in East Dallas, but you just cannot deny that this area has some serious potential, with great growth, excellent prices, and an upward demographic of young professionals and growing families. This week’s house is in Casa View Haven at 2245 San Medina. Listed with Rogers…

Lakewood Tops CNN Money List of Best Urban Neighborhoods

By Joanna England / August 13, 2013 /

The secret is getting out, folks! Lakewood is a treasure! We already love Lakewood. I mean, how could you not? It’s a CandysDirt.com Hot Neighborhood, and for good reason. Besides having a stellar demographic, this area is known for its architecture, proximity to Dallas’ Crown Jewel — White Rock Lake — and has some of…

Tuesday Two Hundred: Looking For an Affordable Home Feeding to Lakewood Elementary? Check Out University Terrace

By Joanna England / August 13, 2013 /

A friend of mine once lived in University Terrace before he and his wife had twins, after which they needed buckets more space than their three-bedroom home could offer. I’ve always loved the neighborhood, mainly because it’s so accessible for commuting but still feels very private. Across Northwest Highway from Merriman Park, you get all…

When Does Mosquito Spraying Do More Harm Than Good? Just Ask The Dead Bees in Dallas

By Joanna England / August 12, 2013 /

Some residents near White Rock Lake woke up to a tragedy – massive numbers of dead bees all over neighborhoods that were subject to ground spraying by the City of Dallas last night. Sure, I hate mosquitoes just as much as anyone else, and with a toddler, I’m really scared of West Nile Virus, but…

Thursday Three Hundred: Gorgeous Forest Hills Home Sits on a Street Littered With Midcentury Modern Architecture

By Joanna England / August 1, 2013 /

My husband and I love almost all of the homes on Eustis Avenue. It’s a short street in Forest Hills, just off of Lakeland. On that street you’ll find at least half a dozen excellent specimens of Midcentury Modern architecture, most of which either restored or renovated.