Allen is a dynamic and welcoming community attracting attention for its safety, education, and nationally recognized parks and recreation amenities, among other things.
Families, in particular, love this northern DFW suburb, which offers a high quality of life for the almost 98,000 residents. With a median household income of over $101,000, Allen is an affluent city with a lot of amenities. Excellent employment opportunities nearby and proximity to major highways make it a destination for many people relocating to North Texas.
All this makes Allen a competitive market for homebuyers. If you’re looking to buy there, you need a Realtor with local expertise to give you an edge. With an office on State Highway 121 and many Realtors who live in the area, Ebby Halliday Realtors brings knowledgeable professionals to your search for your dream home. It can make all the difference!
I’ve found three fantastic properties in Allen represented by Ebby Halliday that show a beautiful range. What do you think?
CUSTOM HOME WITH OVER 4,700 SQUARE FEET, FAB KITCHEN
The Stonegate Builders custom home at 1308 Lincoln Ct. in the Hamilton Hills neighborhood of Allen has beautiful curb appeal, meticulously landscaped with professional lighting in the front with a classic painted brick exterior. This home has five bedrooms, four full baths, one half bath, four living areas, two dining areas, and 4,709 square feet on two stories.
Just three years old, this house is situated on almost a third of an acre. Inside, you’ll find hand-scraped hardwood floors, a dramatic entryway staircase, custom window treatments, chandeliers, decorator lighting, butler’s pantry with glass doors, plantation shutters, high beamed ceilings, mud room, and more. One of the most desired features of this home is the versatile first floor media room that offers a sitting area overlooking the backyard, wet bar, and remote controlled blackout shades. The first-floor master bedroom has a sitting area and ensuite bath with quartz countertops, extensive storage, and custom organizers in the large closet. Also on the first floor is a separate guest suite. Each of the secondary bedrooms has its own full bath. The marvelous kitchen offers double-height cabinets, a walk-in pantry, island, upgraded granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, including a six burner gas cooktop, pot filler, warming drawer, double ovens, and built-in refrigerator and microwave. In back, there is a covered patio, outdoor fireplace, built-in grill, TV, and speakers, as well as plenty of room to add a swimming pool.
This home is listed by Katherine Niesman with Ebby Halliday — McKinney for $989,000. For more information or to schedule a private showing, call 469-734-7977.
HAMILTON HILLS HOME ON PRIVATE DRIVE WITH GREENBELT VIEWS
We love the custom build at 1392 Francie Way in Hamilton Hills with impressive architectural details and wonderful curb appeal, featuring lush landscaping and brick elevation. This home has five bedrooms, four full bathrooms, one half bath, and 4,928 square feet on two stories on a private drive with a greenbelt in front and many large mature trees.
Step inside to view the formal dining room with extensive millwork, stacked molding, and a view of the courtyard. The family room has vaulted beamed ceilings, a stone fireplace, and Juliet balcony. A handsome study with wood beamed ceilings and French doors has views of the beautiful green space in front, which is managed by the HOA. Unique to this home is the downstairs media room with a bar, which creates a separate living area and is decked out with a premier movie screen, projector, wallpaper, and a wood ceiling. Some of this home’s features include hand-scraped hardwood floors, mud room with built-ins, first floor guest suite, and a full-size utility room with refrigerator and folding space. The kitchen offers a butler’s pantry, island with breakfast bar, double height rich wood cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, including dual ovens, a built-in refrigerator, and a Wolf gas cooktop. The downstairs master features a vaulted wood-beamed ceiling, seating area, and views of the backyard. Its ensuite bath has dual vanities, a jetted tub, shower with rainfall shower head, and dual walk-in closets. Upstairs, you’ll find a game room, guest bedroom, full bath, and two Jack-and-Jill bedrooms. The pool-sized backyard has mature landscaping and trees with a covered patio that is stubbed for gas, and a stone-and-metal side fence.
This home is listed by Stephanie Fontenot with Ebby Halliday — Preston Plano Parkway for $850,000. For more information or to schedule a private showing, call 972-489-4887.
UPDATED COUNTRY BROOK ESTATES HOME WITH SOPHISTICATED LOOK
With vaulted ceilings, walls of windows, and a recent makeover, the Country Brook Estates house in Allen at 1711 Brookcrest Ct. calls for attention with four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, one half bath, four living areas, two dining areas, and 3,820 square feet on two stories. There will be an open house Saturday, July 7, from 2-4 p.m.
The look is sophisticated with hardwood floors and fresh paint in a light palette, accented by natural light from walls of windows. Two downstairs living areas both have vaulted ceilings and the main one near the kitchen is anchored by a floor-to-ceiling double-height fireplace. The kitchen has an island, quartz countertops, glass front white cabinets, a contemporary glass tile backsplash, butler’s pantry, and stainless steel appliances, including a five-burner cooktop, beverage chiller, and double ovens. The master has dual granite vanities in the ensuite bath and patio access. In back, you’ll find lots of grassy green space, a covered pavilion, and privacy fence. This house is in the attendance zone for the acclaimed Lovejoy ISD, ranked third in DFW.
This home is listed by the Tonya Riggs Team with Ebby Halliday — McKinney for $519,000. For more information or to schedule a private showing, call 972-658-2588.