When you’re flipping through houses in the $450,000ish range you see a lot of the same. A lot of painted brick with a lot of whites and grays and minimalism inside. Occasionally you’ll see something traditional and original with oak paneling still intact, but it’s rare you see something like this.
In North Richardson, there’s a little cove of homes tucked in a quiet neighborhood that’s essentially one way in and one way out. And they’re all custom homes from the disco era and this one is a total timewarp. Completely original, totally untouched, and waiting for just the right buyer.
Set on one-third of an acre, there’s plenty of room to make this one your own. Robert Owen of eXp Realty said there are several elements that almost every potential buyer comments on as a DO NOT TOUCH — the red poppy wallpaper in the half bath with the coordinating red toilet seat cover is frequently mentioned.
The linoleum in the kitchen that’s carried into the breakfast area and dining room is pretty freaking killer and I’d love to see someone buy this house and make it work.
There are so many amazing details like the window from the kitchen to the living room that feels like ALF might just peek through. There are bifold wood panels that when closed look exactly like the wood-paneled walls.
The arched doorways mimic the arched windows out front. The freaking gated atrium that leads up to the front door. Valuted ceilings with exposed beams. In the breakfast nook, the ceilings are lined with wood plank.
It’s just a stately detail that adds to the overall, oh-man-this-was-a-total-jawdropper-back-in-the-day-let’s-restore-it-to-its-former-glory vibes of the house.
And heck yes pink carpet and custom drapery. Bay windows and built-ins create plenty of space to display your knickknacks or create a cozy spot to put on your shoes.
Owens said one interesting detail is the address is Pleasant Valley, but the way the home is situated on the corner lot, the front door actually faces Valley Ridge. He said there are two driveways – one in front and one with alley access that is the biggest driveway he’s ever seen. He said it’s a lot of unused space and jokingly added if someone wants to they could add an eight-car garage. I mean, why not. Be the Leno of 75080.
The only final detail that’s not captured in photos is the carpet on the walls in the hallway. I don’t remember that being a trend, but I’m really, really hoping someone grew up with carpet on their walls and tells us all about it in the comments below.
If you’re up for a total restoration transformation, reach out to Owens and see that wall carpet for yourself. He has 424 Pleasant Valley Lane listed at $449,000.
