This Week in Dallas Real Estate|Aug12,2025

August 12, 2025

Hello friends 👋

Welcome to Land & Ledger — Dallas! 🏡

Let’s get started!

❝

"Rental income is proof that money doesn’t have to clock in to work"

Listed Price: $485,000
Specs: 3 Beds | 3 Baths | 1,523 sq. ft.
Price per Sq. Ft.: $318
Home Type: Condominium

Why it’s hot:

  • 🌆 Expansive 1,000+ sq. ft. private rooftop terrace with panoramic skyline views

  • 🪵 African Mahogany wood floors for a rich, sophisticated feel

  • 🍳 Chef’s kitchen with gas stove, granite countertops, and walk-in pantry

  • 🛁 Luxurious primary bath with Japanese soaking tub & walk-in shower

  • 🌀 Stylish spiral staircase leading to a versatile third bedroom or flex space with ensuite bath

  • 🛗 Private elevator access directly to the penthouse floor

  • 🚗 Covered parking + optional extra street-level parking ($85/mo)

  • 🛡 24-hour security in a prime downtown location

  • 💰 Rent estimate : ~$3,500/mo — strong short/long-term rental potential

  • 🚶‍♂️ Located in a highly walkable & transit-friendly area (Walk Score: 93, Transit Score: 89)

  • 🎭 Steps from Dallas Museum of Art, Klyde Warren Park, AT&T Performing Arts Center, and West End Historic District

“A rare downtown penthouse blending luxury, style, and convenience. Perfect for professionals, creatives, or investors looking for a high-yield rental in the heart of Dallas”

Listed Price: $599,000
Specs: 3 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,280 sq. ft.
Price per Sq. Ft.: $263
Home Type: Townhouse

Why it’s hot:

  • 🏗 Fully renovated Preston Square townhome in a highly sought-after community

  • 🛋 Open-concept living & dining with reimagined multi-sided fireplace

  • 🌞 High ceilings & joint sliding glass doors flooding the home with natural light

  • 🖼 Tasteful wallpaper finishes + fully repainted interior

  • 🍳 Chef’s kitchen with premium SS appliances, gas range, convection ovens & farm sink

  • 🛁 Primary suite with vaulted ceilings, dual vanities, glass shower & walk-in closets

  • 🪞 Secondary bedroom with renovated ensuite & artisan tilework

  • 🚪 Downstairs flex space perfect for office, studio, or in-law suite

  • 🎯 Private patio, plantation shutters, built-in storage & custom cabinetry

  • 🎾 Community amenities: pool, clubhouse, greenbelt & tennis courts

  • 💰 Estimated rent: $4,500/month = strong rental yield potential

  • 🛠 Low-maintenance townhouse with HOA covering exterior upkeep

  • 🧮 Projected gross yield: ~8.85%

  • 📍 Prime North Dallas location near shopping & dining

“A rare, fully updated Preston Square townhome blending luxury finishes with functional design”

🚀 Fund Your Next Deal Without Tapping Your Savings

Discover OPM Mastery – the proven system Dallas investors use to unlock low-cost capital.

Why Top Investors Choose This:

✅ Access $50K-$250K in 0%-3% financing (real funds, not credit cards)
✅ Fast approval – often funded in 14 days
✅ No collateral or personal guarantees required
✅ Build business credit separate from your personal finances
✅ 50+ years of banking strategies simplified for investors

"Used OPM Mastery to secure $175K at 2.1% – closed my Oak Cliff duplex in 3 weeks" - Mark R., Dallas Investor

Listed Price: $329,000
Specs: 3 Beds | 3 Baths | 1,642 sq. ft.
Price per Sq. Ft.: $200
Home Type: Single Family Residence

Why it’s hot:

  • 🚪 Modern automatic gate for security & style

  • 🌿 Private backyard oasis with covered carport

  • 🍳 Granite countertops & stainless steel appliances

  • 👔 His-and-her closets in the primary suite

  • 🛁 Spa-like ensuite bathroom

  • 🏗️ New build (2024) with high-end finishes & modern details

  • 📐 Open-concept living with soaring ceilings

  • 💡 Thoughtfully designed layout for comfort & function

  • 📊 Estimated Value : $326,700 (only $2,300 below asking price)

  • 💰 Estimated rent: $2,650/month = solid income potential

  • 🧮 Positive cash flow possible with favorable financing

  • 📍 Minutes from The Cedars & Downtown Dallas — strong location appeal

“A stylish 2024 build with luxury finishes, private outdoor space, and a prime Dallas location — ideal for homeowners seeking modern comfort or investors looking for strong rental returns”

Listed Price: $895,000
Specs: 3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,642 sq. ft.
Price per Sq. Ft.: $545
Home Type: Single Family Residence

Why it’s hot:

  • 🪵 Beautifully Dallas Tudor blending timeless charm with modern upgrades

  • 🔥 Striking gas & elegant fireplaces creating a cozy centerpiece

  • 🪟 Oversized windows for abundant natural light and airy ambiance

  • 🍳 Stylish kitchen with oak hardwood floors & custom cabinetry

  • 🛁 Primary suite with walk-in closet, dual vanities & freestanding tub

  • 🌿 Warm den with exposed wood beams — perfect as a home office

  • 💹 +55% value growth over the last 10 years

  • 💰 Rent estimate: $3,800/month (~5% gross yield)

  • 🛠️ Fully renovated, minimizing maintenance costs for years to come

  • 🚶‍♂️ Walk Score: 50 | 🚍 Transit Score: 36 | 🚴 Bike Score: 60

  • 📍 Located in East Dallas’ coveted M Streets — walkable to Greenville Avenue, Tietze Park, and dining hotspots

“A rare Tudor treasure in one of Dallas’ most sought-after neighborhoods, this home offers the perfect balance of historic charm, luxury finishes, and a prime location”

Listed Price: $5,579,000
Specs: 8 Beds | 10 Baths | 9,953 sq. ft.
Price per Sq. Ft.: $561
Home Type: Single Family Residence

Why it’s hot:

  • 🍽 Marble kitchen with luxury finishes + 25-ft keeping room off kitchen

  • 🍹 Walk-in bar for entertaining

  • 🛁 Primary suite with marble spa bath, heated floors, terrace views & dual custom closets

  • 🏡 Guest house (built 2024) with 2 ensuite bedrooms, full kitchen, living/dining areas, covered terrace & walk-in laundry

  • 🌟 24-ft grand foyer & dual staircases

  • 🔥 Antique stone fireplace & Italian stone columns in central salon

  • 🎬 Media room + fitness room + in-law suite

  • 🏀 Sport court/putting green space

  • 🏊‍♀️ Pool/spa, cabana with kitchen & fireplaces, covered terraces with ceiling heaters

  • 🚗 Motor court, extra parking & 2023 roof

  • 📉 No HOA fees

  • 🏞️ Located in Old Preston Hollow’s prestigious estate area — priced below appraised value

💳 Estimated Monthly Payment – $37,985

  • Principal & Interest: $28,919

  • Property Taxes: $7,206

  • Home Insurance: $1,860

  • HOA Fees: N/A

  • Utilities: Not included

“A grand Old Preston Hollow estate offering unmatched space, luxury, and amenities — perfect for multi-generational living or those seeking a premier Dallas address”

Speed Reads

🏡📉 DFW Housing Market Cools: Listings Hit 10-Year High, Prices Begin to Slip 🏠💸 More details here

📏🏡 More Room for Your Rent: DFW Cities Where $1,500 Gets You the Most Square Feet 🛋️✨ Learn More

💼📊 From Slump to Surge: Dallas Office Leasing Sees Best Pace Since 2021—Is the Recovery Here? 🚀🏙️ Read more

🏡✨ Time Capsule in NE Dallas: 1962 Home Hits Market with Retro Charm, Wood Galore & Carpeted Kitchen 😲🪵 Read More

We hope you enjoyed this week’s edition of Land & Ledger – Dallas!

Follow us on LinkedIn for daily Dallas deals, or Buy Me a Coffee to support us ! ☕️

If you have feedback, questions, or a specific topic you’d like us to cover, we’d love to hear from you! Reply to this email.

We’ll be back next week with fresh listings, more tips, and all the updates you need to stay ahead in the Dallas market. Until then, happy house hunting!

Warm regards,
The Land & Ledger – Dallas Team