When you think of high-end housing, does Garland come to mind? It should — this eastern DFW city offers some coveted gated communities with golf course views, larger lots, high-end finish-out, and custom details.
Garland is large, 57.1 square miles, and bordered by Dallas, Mesquite, Sunnyvale, Lake Ray Hubbard, Rowlett, Sachse, Murphy, and Richardson. It has a rich history that has helped shape it into a family-oriented, thriving city in North Texas with almost 237,000 people. It offers easy access to downtown Dallas via Interstate 30, two DART Blue line stations, and multiple buses.
Compared to many parts of DFW, you can buy a lot of house for your money in Garland. That’s why it pays to have a local expert by your side if you’re buying in the city, like the Realtors at Ebby Halliday. They know exactly what you can get in each neighborhood, what the competition is like, and how to best negotiate a sale.
I’ve found three stellar houses for sale in Garland that illustrate the higher-end properties there, all repped by Ebby. Let’s take a look!
CUSTOM ESTATE IN BRECKINRIDGE HILLS ON ALMOST HALF AN ACRE
Sitting on 0.49 acres in the highly desirable Hills of Breckinridge gated community in Garland, the custom estate at 22 Dunrobin sits across the street from 417-acre Breckinridge Park — this location cannot be beat. The house has four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, two half baths, four living areas, two dining areas, huge executive office, and 7,510 square feet on three levels. All this for under a million dollars!
The curb appeal feels stately with mature cypress trees and a brick facade, as well as a six-car garage and guest suite over the porte-cochère with a full bathroom and living area. The first level of this house offers multiple entertaining spaces with three fireplaces. A high-end kitchen includes granite countertops, to-the-ceiling cabinets in a rich wood, central island, breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, climate-controlled wine pantry, and stainless steel appliances, including a gas range and built-in refrigerator. The second level has all the bedrooms, including an oversized master suite, and the third level is all flex space. In back, find a wonderfully large covered patio with fireplace and built-in grills with a fire pit. The yard is certainly large enough for a swimming pool, should the next owners want that.
This home is listed by the Jenkins Group with Ebby Halliday — 190 Richardson for $999,988. For more information or to schedule a private showing, call Carolyn Jenkins at 214-538-0779.
CUSTOM HOME IN RETREAT AT FIREWHEEL WITH VIEWS OF GOLF COURSE
Located in the gated Retreat at Firewheel and overlooking the Firewheel Golf Course in Garland, the custom home at 7510 Covewood Dr. has a lush setting on a creek. It has five bedrooms, four bathrooms, two half baths, three living areas, two dining areas, and 6,190 square feet on two stories.
The first floor features a sweeping staircase in the entryway and two of the living areas, both with fireplaces and well-appointed features. There is also a study or craft room and a kitchen with views of the beautiful backyard, a breakfast bar, granite countertops, a center island, lots of white cabinets, a tumbled stone backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, including a built-in refrigerator-freezer, gas range, and dual ovens. The first floor also has a guest bedroom and a private master retreat with an oversized master bath with dual vanities, separate shower, jetted tub, and large walk-in closet. On the second floor, you’ll find three bedrooms, a game-media room with balcony, plus a large storage room. The backyard is private with gorgeous views of Breckinridge Park, as well as a swimming pool and fire pit, surrounded by an extensive flagstone patio for entertaining and direct access to the greenbelt.
This home is listed by the Shelly Seltzer Group with Ebby Halliday — 190 Richardson for $899,000. For more information or to schedule a private showing, call Shelly at 214-507-0581.
TRANSITIONAL STYLE CUSTOM HOME IN THE OAKS AT STONEY CREEK 
Located in Garland’s Oaks at Stoney Creek, the house at 7513 Briarglen Ct. has clean lines and a bright, transitional feel. This home has four bedrooms, three bathrooms, two living areas, two dining areas, an office, and 4,280 square feet on one story, including a three-car garage. For families, it includes the choice of highly rated Plano ISD or Garland ISD schools.
The house is recently updated, with three 21-SEER AC units replaced 2017, as well as hardwood floors, and fresh paint. The curb appeal is great with manicured landscaping, and the floorplan flows nicely from one space to the next. The eat-in kitchen is open to one of the living rooms with a fireplace, and features a breakfast bar, white cabinets, light-colored granite countertops, an island, gray subway tile backsplash, contemporary pendant lights, butler’s pantry, walk-in pantry, stainless steel appliances, and great views of the backyard. Downstairs, you’ll also find the master and a guest suite, both with fabulous bathrooms. Upstairs, more bedrooms and a patio overlooking the back, where you’ll find a covered patio, fire pit, and lots of grassy green space.
This home is listed by the Shubzda Group with Ebby Halliday — 190 Richardson for $549,900. For more information or to schedule a private showing, call Drew Shubzda at 214-878-8444.
