Who lists their home during the holidays? Really smart people, that’s who.
It used to be in Dallas real estate that sellers waited until the spring bulbs began protruding from the warming earth to list their home for sale. By then, buyers often had their tax refund burning a hole in their pocket, the weather was warmer for house hunting, and with the kids’ summer break coming up, a move was easier.
But now we live in a consistently hot and growing market so… why wait? Buying and selling has become a year-round sport!
December can be a great month to sell for a variety of reasons, including:
- Consumers who shop for a home during the holidays are serious, motivated buyers.
- Typically there are even fewer homes on the market during the holiday season. Translation: less competition for you!
- Homes “show” better when decorated for the holidays.
- Many transferees are not able to wait until the spring market to buy. They are here now and need a home now.
If you are the aforementioned serious, motivated buyer, who needs a home now, here are four Ebby Halliday Realtors listings in a nice array of price points and locations. (Two are open today and two tomorrow.)
2709 Amherst Avenue
4 Bedrooms | 5.1 Baths | 4,991 Sq. Ft.
Open Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m.
Unfortunately, it would be a stretch to start planning Christmas 2021 in this charming University Park home. But that gives you a whole year to envision 2022! Think of how sleek those exterior lines will look with professionally hung lights edging them. And imagine the fireplaces in the front living room and the family room with guests gathered ‘round sipping wassail or nog. With a center hall plan, open kitchen with service pantry and patio with pool, you can do some seriously effortless entertaining. This home is tailor made for enjoying friends and family. And just so you know, Santa won’t have any trouble landing his sleigh on the recently replaced roof. (The HVACs and pool pumps and heater are also new). Zoned for Boone Elementary.
Offered by Victoria Barr (Ebby Preston Center Office) for $2,195,000. (214.213.2593)
5819 Fallsview Lane
4 Bedrooms | 4.1 Baths | 5,991 Sq. Ft.
Open today from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Live year-round like you’re on vacation at a five-star resort in this spacious Prestonwood West residence. It backs to a private lake and large greenbelt with walking track only accessible to homes that surround the lake. It’s a tastefully designed and meticulously maintained home with European influences, perfect for everyday living – inside and out. All bedrooms are downstairs while upstairs is a game room, bar, balcony, media room and study. Your first furnishings purchase should probably be some comfy deck chairs (and a tub of sunscreen) as your backyard consists of a private courtyard swimming pool, landscaped gardens, koi pond, large terrace overlooking the lake and sitting areas.
Offered by Ann Stewart (Ebby 190 – Richardson Office) for $1,395,000. (972.979.9606)
5012 Old Gate Lane
5 Bedrooms | 4.1 Baths | 3,532 Sq. Ft.
Open today from 1 to 3 p.m.
Quintessential Texas, right here. If you’re a riding-mower kind of guy or gal you’re going to love this two-acre spread in Parker. It has a country living vibe, but is conveniently just 10 minutes from Sam’s Club (or Costco – depending on your allegiance) and I-75, which will take you anywhere in the metroplex quickly. Whether you’re into horses, collecting cars, traveling by RV, or just relaxing in the pool looking at the sunset, you will feel right at home here. The ranch-style home has a sprawling floor plan with options for a home office, home gym, kids play room – whatever you need. There is also a detached guest suite with full bath and washer/dryer hook-ups, plus an amazing three-car garage in addition to the original two-car garage (both with 18-ft. doors).
Offered by Johanna Mattox (Allen | Fairview | Lucas Office) for $839,900. (214.532.2438)
6036 Kenyon Court
2 Bedrooms | 2.1 Baths | 2,094 Sq. Ft.
Open Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m.
Enjoy built-in community with this like-new, barely lived in 2016 patio home in Flower Mound. It offers striking drive-up appeal with the stone and brick elevation, and the low-maintenance, private backyard features an extended patio with Trek decking, an outdoor kitchen and beautiful landscaping. The inside feels roomy thanks to the raised ceilings, open living/dining/kitchen concept, arched entryways and light, bright floor plan. Do you work from home? Enjoy the study with glass French doors and a large closet for extra storage. If you’re an extrovert (and even if you’re not), you’ll be in heaven here with the nearby community center and pool where chit-chat is encouraged but optional.
Offered by Jeannie Seth (Ebby Flower Mound Office) for $535,000. (214.215.0895)
