This year has been rough on the Dallas real estate market, but those looking for spacious luxury have plenty of homes to choose from — and just before the holidays seems as good a time as any to make a move.
This weekend’s open houses feature big spaces perfect for entertaining and warm, cozy gathering spots for families.
The homes we selected have fireplaces, spas, and energy-efficient features. Find your dream home among these gems, and you could be living in luxury by Thanksgiving.
We’re going big in this edition of Daltxrealestate.com Open Houses of the Week.
Caruth Homeplace Gets It Right
The timeless design at 1 Lakeside Park radiates across 8,339 square feet of luxury.
With four bedrooms, six-and-one-half bathrooms, and an attached four-car garage, the Lakeside mansion could either be a spot for large family gatherings or a killer party house.
Listed at $3.25 million, our money’s on the large family.
Originally custom-built on three lots in 1990 and updated throughout in 2022, the home features a steel-reinforced pier-and-beam foundation.
The thoughtful floor plan features a living area on one level and attached quarters above the garage with a separate entry, full kitchen, bedroom, and living area.
The new owners can access a pool, tennis court and clubhouse just steps away from the home, along with extra parking for guests. The Caruth Homeplace neighborhood is in A-ranked Highland Park ISD and near Central Expressway.
A generator is included so no power will be lost during North Texas winter storms.
Realtor Joe Kobell with Ebby Halliday – Ebby’s Little White House is hosting an open house from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6.
Custom Build in Lochwood
This new custom construction in lovely Lochwood boasts 3,700 square feet with four bedrooms and three baths.
The $1.25 million abode at 10510 Swallow Lane was built by Daltxrealestate.com Hot Builder JLD Custom Homes on an oversized lot with a huge backyard and massive oak tree.
Featuring a study, game room, and private owners’ suite on the lower level, these fancy digs also are energy-efficient. The home is certified Energy Star V3.0-rated and built to GreenBuild Texas standards, complete with a tankless water heater and spray foam insulation.
Plenty of storage is available, and the open-concept living, kitchen, and dining spaces make for the best gathering spot on the block over the holidays.
There’s quick highway access, and the home is minutes from White Rock Lake and The Shops at Casa Linda.
Realtor Joe Atkins with Joe Atkins Realty is hosting an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6.
Worth Every Penny
The 1909 Neoclassical-style stunner at 5116 Worth St. is bold and beautiful.
It’s the only house in the Old East Dallas neighborhood with demi-lune porches and balconies supported by ornate Corinthian fluted columns.
The listing highlights the home’s symmetrical facade, narrow clapboard siding, large double-hung windows, and hipped roof, indicative of the period style. Other special features include a wide entrance hall, high ceilings, flared staircase, solid red-oak flooring, and interior millwork.
A trio of balconies and covered porches overlook the backyard pool. A pool house with a storage area, a garage with an electric car-charging station, and a built-in media center are just a few of the special features.
Guests will be stunned by the vintage architectural details, two fireplaces, two wet bars with wine coolers, and multiple living areas. A chef-designed island is the centerpiece of a spacious kitchen.
The Worth Street property is listed at $985,000, and it looks to be worth every penny.
Realtor Lawrence Mendive with Intown Dwellings Realty is hosting an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5.
