Apparently, Texas does have seasons, and the spooktacular decor is telling us it’s officially fall.
This time of year is about more than cooler temperatures and pumpkin spice lattes. The open house is back in season, and this week’s listings lend themselves to cozy fireside chats and coffee in the breakfast nook.
More than half of buyers say they would purchase a haunted home in a competitive market, but there’s really no need when you’ve got gems like these.
Here are some good finds in this edition of Candy’s Dirt Open Houses of the Week.
This Place is Lit
Daylight saving time ends Oct. 30, but this Lake Highlands ranch home lights up like a jack-o’-lantern on a cool fall night.
The versatile floor plan features an open family room, granite kitchen, GE Profile package, hardwood flooring, and a welcoming stone fireplace.
Another fireplace heats up the primary bedroom, which also features a cedar closet, built-in storage, and a remodeled bathroom with a separate shower and tub.
The three-bed, three-bath abode at 9340 Locarno Drive has a gorgeous landscaped backyard with a heated pool and landscaped lighting.
The tiled game room connects to the backyard, and this pet-friendly abode features a dog run along the side of the house.
There will be no extended power outages during winter storms, thanks to a built-in generator.
The home is listed for $849,900.
Realtor Christopher Miller with Dave Perry-Miller Preston Center is hosting an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22.
Pumpkin Spice in Plano ISD
Nothing says fall like an outdoor fire pit, right?
The stunning $925,000 home at 4324 Creekmeadow Drive is fully equipped to host a Thanksgiving dinner, black-tie party, or family game night.
Nestled on a corner lot with a circle drive in the Bent Tree neighborhood, this area is one of the best places to live in Texas, according to Niche.
It’s in Plano ISD, which recently earned a B rating from the Texas Education Agency.
Exquisite attention to detail is evident in the hand-scraped hardwood floors, P-shutters, and granite countertops.
The home was built in 1986 with a nod to a large family that likes to entertain. There are four bedrooms, three and one-half baths, and a three-car garage. A wet bar graces the living room, and a breakfast area is perfect for family time over a hot cup of cocoa.
Two resort-style living areas have fireplaces for getting cozy with guests after a late-night party.
The primary bedroom and guest bedroom each have ensuite baths on the first floor. A spacious game room and media room offer even more space. Both upstairs bedrooms connect to a huge sun deck.
But it’s that outdoor fire pit that catches the eye when shopping for a home this time of year. Guests can gather on the covered patio and fix snacks in the outdoor kitchen. And if Jack Frost starts nipping, it’s time to light the fire.
Realtor Judi Wright with Ebby Halliday-Frisco is hosting an open house from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23.
Lakewood Luxury
This construction is so new, the home at 702 Graham Ave. hasn’t had time to get haunted.
This picture-perfect white house was completed earlier this month in Lakewood.
It features four bedrooms, three and one-half bathrooms, and white oak floors throughout. With two large primary suites, an upstairs loft, and an oversized entry, the home is perfect for holiday entertaining. There’s a bonus room that can be used as a private office or gym.
The kitchen boasts ZLINE appliances and is a great gathering spot for the family.
The big backyard on this 7,500-square-foot lot can easily accommodate a swimming pool.
The new owners will be in close proximity to the Santa Fe Trail, White Rock Lake, and Baylor Medical District.
The home is listed at $849,900.
The Graham Avenue abode may not have its own spooky spirits, but those seeking a ghost tour, escape room, or good old-fashioned haunted house have plenty to choose from in the area.
Realtor Tony Godina with Orbit Realty Group is hosting an open house from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22.
