You’ve seen this place in movies with smoldering artists, staring into the middle distance as they work out the details of their masterpiece in a cloud of cigarette smoke, pacing in a shadowy urban loft space, lashing out at a significant other before returning to the easel.
Except this place isn’t shadowy (look at all those windows!). Number 302 at 2220 Canton Street is a piece of art all its own, with the potential title of “Dallas Is Pretty Gorgeous.” It’s currently listed for $519,000 by Ben Wegmann at Rogers Healy and Associates.
“This is a 1925 building, right at the border between downtown and Deep Ellum, close to the farmer’s market — it’s impossible to separate that atmosphere from this residence,” says Wegmann, “and of course the modern version of the neighborhood continues to grow and develop.”
The third-floor corner unit combines abundant natural light, industrial-chic interior design, and a flow of floor space through the unit’s multiple rooms that comes out to over 2,300 square feet. It’s a blank canvas, one that supplies only the redolence of the building’s long history.
At its elevation above street level, the condo’s panels of windows pour natural light into the entire space, offering broad views of the downtown skyline. Joe Ely’s appreciation for the city at night comes right to mind. There’s also a balcony, and the building provides a rooftop swimming pool. This is a wonderful place for entertaining and, to be frank, for impressing.
Around the edges of the space are notes of industrial finish out — exposed brick, air ducts, unfinished ceiling, concrete floor — that smoothly combine with premium modern appointments like track lighting and designer appliances. The kitchen also offers an island with seating and a separate space for making coffee and adult beverages.
The primary bedroom, separated by a sectional wall, has a walk-in closet, and abundant built-in shelving. The primary bathroom features his and hers sinks, a huge tub, and a separate overhead rain shower, along with abundant storage space. There’s also a half bathroom at the unit’s other end.
“The main thing with this unit is the windows, though,” says Wegmann. “The star of this show is the beautiful skyline of Dallas.” Downtown constantly cropping up fresh eating and shopping destinations is a couple of blocks away. And Deep Ellum is a breezy ten-minute walk.
Make a part of Dallas history your own at this beautiful destination. Install a stage, and who knows? Maybe you’ll come home from work to the second set of a free jazz jam.
2220 Canton Street, #302 is listed by Ben Wegmann of Rogers Healy and Associates for $519,000.
