Best Homes for Summer-Chic Outdoor Living Spaces, Luxe Pools, and Beyond!
May 23rd, 2013 | by JS

You don’t have to leave the house to know that summer has arrived. With the air-conditioning humming tirelessly overhead, our iPhone 5 shows us a week of highs in the 90s. So grab a glass of icy lemonade and view the best deals for summer in Dallas, featuring sophisticated outdoor areas for entertaining, incredible pools, and recently reduced prices.
North Dallas / Preston Hollow
5506 Deloache Avenue Dallas – NEW PRICE | POOL | Outdoor Living Area
Situated in the heart of Old Preston Hollow, this magnificent 8,000+ sq ft estate is wrapped by over 1.5 lush, green acres. After a recent series of remodels and alterations, the home has been repositioned as a luxurious space for indoor-outdoor living. Together with a brand new light-filled gourmet kitchen, the latest security technology and fresh landscaping, 5506 Deloache remains one of the most sought-after addresses in Dallas. Listed by Christy Berry
5100 Brookview Drive - NEW PRICE | POOL | Outdoor Living Area
This exquisite home, located in the heart of Preston Hollow on over 1.5 acres, was designed by noted architect Elby Martin, and built by Means and Matthews. Evocative of the French Riviera, its exceptional architectural features, abundant light, and classic outdoor spaces and terraces combine to create an extraordinary ambiance and lifestyle. Listed by Anne Goyer and LeeLee Gioia.
6529 Aberdeen Avenue in North Dallas / Preston Hollow - Pool | Outdoor Living Area
Upon arriving at 6529 Aberdeen your are greeted by a stunning French style custom built home. This beautiful Preston Hollow home offers beauty, quality, comfortable living, clean lines and location. The impressive arched entry hall and beautiful hardwoods invite you in for a treat. The beautiful arches carries into the generously sized formals and lead you through a galley to the family room and wonderful kitchen. The light filled family room with french doors overlooking the covered patio and sparkling pool is at the heart of the home. The stoned fireplace and built-ins create a cozy atmosphere for relaxing. Listed by Shelley Koeijmans.
6729 Mimosa Lane – Outdoor Living Area
Beautiful traditional with quality finishes. Kitchen and breakfast open to main living areas & lush outdoor spaces featuring waterfall and Koi Pond. Gracious dining rm with fireplace. The perfect family rm with fireplace & wall of windows to backyd. Master suite(down) overlooks backyard, with large Calif Closets. Study down. Additional bedrooms and game room up. Handsome wood Floors, high ceilings, deep crown moldings, granite surfaces, a cook’s kitchen. Listed by Shell Stegall.
4445 College Park Drive - Outdoor Living Area
Stunning Contemporary with quality and design. Clean lines and natural light. Single level updated home in Hockaday Square Neighborhood. Museum finished walls, electric blinds with hardwoods throughout. Gourmet kitchen with all stainless steel appliances and butler’s pantry. Master retreat with spa bathroom. Media room with bar area. Open floor plan for entertaining and art collecting. Standing seam metal roof. Specimen Live Oaks and quality landscaping. This home emotes sophistication and function. Walking distance to the Northaven Trail and the Town North YMCA. Listed by Kate Mote
Highland Park / University Park
3525 Dartmouth Avenue in Highland Park – New Price
This gracious custom French home, designed by Larry Boerder and built by George Lewis, has been meticulously updated. Quality and charm exude throughout this exceptional home, from the lovely stucco exterior and beautifully-landscaped grounds, to the inviting entry with views to the back yard. Listed by Michelle Wood.
6315 Westchester Drive in University Park – New Price | Outdoor Living Area
Wonderful opportunity to own special Mediterranean home in fabulous location. Has been expanded and updated to blend with original charm and proportion. 9 and 10 ft ceilings down, living room leads to study and family room, both with sets of French doors leading to lush outdoor living. Listed by Joan Eleazer.
4630 Edmondson Avenue in West Highland Park – New Price
Recently updated, this two-story traditional sits on one of West Highland Park’s most desirable streets. Formals, chef’s kitchen, a game room and study make it perfectly suitable for a single professional or a lively family. A terrific home in a great neighborhood! Listed by Susan Matusewicz.
5441 Emerson Avenue in Highland Park – New Price
Chic Texas Modern Home sits on beautiful treed lot. Reconstructed in 2011, this home boasts a light and bright floor plan with sleek and clean finishes. A covered front porch resides under a canopy of mature trees. The front living area has a white quartz ledge stone wrapped fireplace and opens into the kitchen and dining area. A great neighborhood that is close to the best Dallas attractions! Listed by Christopher McGuire and Jackie & Cory McGuire.
4434 Gloster Road in North Dallas / Preston Hollow – Outdoor Living Area
Spectacular setting on this expanded 1950 ranch style home. Beautiful back yard and pool. Flexible layout with 3 living areas, a study and 4 bedrooms, two of which could be master suites. Just a few decorative touches will complete the well-located Manchester Place property. Listed by Elly Holder and Gretchen Brasch. Visit briggsfreeman.com for more great luxury homes for summer in Dallas and beyond. Click here to see more beautiful homes for sale in the Dallas-Fort Worth area from Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. We are the Metroplex. See more Park Cities news on BubbleLife.