It’s Time! Open the Door to Your First Home
October 4th, 2013 | by AR
Surrounded by trees on a rare double lot in Bluffview, this home at 4142 Crossing Lane is perfect for first-time homeowners. With three bedrooms, including a master with a balcony overlooking the pool, there’s room to grow. Listed by Janna Schick and Dixey Arterburn for $459,900. Photo / Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty
With mortgage interest rates inching up from historic lows, home prices continuing to increase, and rents on the upswing, now is the time for first time homebuyers to make their first investment in real estate. So far this year, closed sales in the $500,000 and under market are up 46 percent for Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty.
This region is peppered with neighborhoods that offer a range of homes at a variety of “starter” prices – University Park, Midway Hollow, Lakewood, Lake Highlands, Greenway Crest, Casa Linda, Southlake and Colleyville all are strong options.
4142 Crossing Lane
See this exquisitely remodeled zero-lot home on a rare double lot nestled among trees and beautiful landscaping in the Bluffview area. Decorator-owner has totally renovated the property with new hardwoods, stainless steel appliances, carpet, designer paint, every bell and whistle. Baths and kitchen updated to perfection. Three bedrooms up, with balcony off master overlooking pool area perfect for entertaining. Listed by Janna Schick and Dixey Arterburn for $459,900.
4146 Meadowdale Lane
This must-see three-bedroom, ranch-style home has a wonderful floor plan. The large, interior lot backs to no other homes giving a very private setting with mature trees and large functional back deck. The kitchen offers lots of cabinets and counter space with double ovens, wine fridge, and breakfast area and a large and functional utility. Secondary rooms are large and spacious with a Jack and Jill bath with travertine floors. Listed by Derek Gustafson for $419,000.
6840 Sperry Street
A meticulous Lakewood traditional home on a 70 ft. wide lot with mature trees and ornamental landscaping has an open floor plan, granite kitchen, hardwoods in formals and ceramic tile in the large sunroom. Skylights make for great natural light. The master bath has been redone using travertine and rimless glass. Great pool. Light and bright! Listed by Michael Campbell for $524,900.
4354 Westside Drive
A sophisticated Highland Park West townhome features clean lines with high ceilings, two living areas, dining room with skylights and two breakfast areas downstairs. Outside a pretty courtyard with gate welcomes guests. Upstairs is a large master with great loft study and additional bedroom. Walk to Whole Foods and right off the Tollway between Mockingbird and Lemmon. Listed by Lisa Besserer for $429,000.
Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty is Dallas’ luxury real estate leader, with more than 190 agents in five offices located throughout Dallas-Fort Worth and access to the global Sotheby’s network, including more than 11,000 agents in 600 offices worldwide. CEO Robbie Briggs independently owns and operates Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. For more information on escapes and second homes, ranch and land, and luxury homes in the Dallas-Fort Worth region and beyond, go to briggsfreeman.com.
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