This week we take to you to Old Lake Highlands for a Splurge vs. Steal you can’t afford to miss! We found two exceptional offerings located just a two-minute drive from one another, but with price points that are a mile apart. One was even featured in D Home. Can you guess which one?

Splurge: Soft Contemporary New Build Steps From White Rock Lake For $829K

If you want something in an established neighborhood that is all new, take a look at this four-bedroom, three-full-and-two-half-bathroom abode. It has ample space to entertain and sits mere steps from White Rock Lake.

Even better for buyers with kids, it also affords access to Hexter Elementary and has not one, but two spacious living areas. Gorgeous hardwoods, art lighting, a marble fireplace, and gourmet quartz kitchen are among the highlights.

Of course, who can resist a stainless Bertazzoni appliance package with gas range? A main-floor master adds a sense of ease, plus there is a media-game room, and fantastic covered patio with fenced backyard. Perhaps a swimming pool is in this home’s future? Make it yours for well under a million.

Mitch Lee with Local Dwelling has listed 440 Parkhurst Drive for $829,000.

Steal: Cutie Cottage With Loads Of Character And Mature Trees For $290K

If you can spare a bedroom or two, this lovely cottage makes for a great starter home. It sits on a large lot in Old Lake Highlands on a street that can’t be beat. The property was in D Home back in 2014 and has a lot to offer for the price.

A new roof in 2016, plus an array of updates help make this cutie cottage easy on the eye. We love the character and crown molding throughout! There is even a screened-in porch for sipping iced tea in the shade. Beautiful hardwoods, a beadboard kitchen, and large fenced lawn make it a keeper.

And like our splurge, it too is located near Hexter Elementary with close proximity to White Rock Lake. Don’t miss your chance to see this one in person!

Sharon Cox with Dallas City Center Realtors has listed 581 Aqua Drive for $290,000.