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    Celebrity preacher's former White Rock mansion hits market for $5.75 million

    Karen Eubank
    Jan 24, 2019 | 1:11 pm
    TD Jakes home, 4001 W Lawther Dr
    The property includes a gym with sauna.
    Photo courtesy of Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate

    A mansion on White Rock Lake that once belonged to Dallas' most famous preacher-turned-TV-star is up for sale. T.D. Jakes’ former estate at 4001 W. Lawther Dr. can be yours for $5.75 million.

     

    Cue the angel chorus because property around White Rock Lake rarely comes on the market. This one is listed with Dave Perry-Miller’s luxury agent Sharon Redd.

     

    For those who may not know Bishop Jakes, he’s the charismatic personality behind The Potter’s House, a non-denominational congregation of oh, about 30,000 devoted followers in Dallas. He’s been written about in almost every newspaper and magazine. And he’s a pal of Oprah Winfrey’s and once had his own daytime talk show. Yep, he’s a mover and a shaker.

     

    He chose this home years ago because, according to a D Magazine article, it was where he went to regain his peace of mind.

     

    Jakes sold the home in 2005 and moved to Fort Worth. One might think that drawing attention to where he lived by having an Easter sunrise services on his front lawn was not a particularly clever move. If you are any sort of a celebrity, and people know your address, well, it’s time to move.

     

    This White Rock estate is one big property, and it’s ideally suited for a large family. It’s located in the Lakewood Elementary School feeder pattern and close to multiple private schools. It’s rather vast, with 10,681 square feet, five bedrooms, six bathrooms, two powder baths, five fireplaces, and a gym.

     

    As if the house doesn’t have it all, the grounds are equally spectacular. There is a gorgeous pool, a batting cage, a koi pond, and guest quarters — all on almost two acres of land with a magnificent view of the lake. You can see why owners tend to stay here for a very long time.

     

    “I was in awe the first time I drove up to this White Rock estate,” Redd says. “Breathtaking and majestic are the words that come to mind. It is an absolutely stunning property, and truly offers resort living in the heart of the city.”

     

     Donald Peterson was the architect of the home. If that name rings a bell, it’s because he has not only designed incredible luxury homes all over America, but is now a Realtor with Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s. His designs are known for standing the test of time.

     

    The sweeping double staircase gives you an inkling of what awaits. The grand mansion has two-story windows in the great room that overlook the grounds, but it is also a warm family home.

     

    “It has such a good feeling,” Redd says. “It’s a very warm and welcoming home with great spaces for family and entertaining. The present owners have loved every inch of this home. It’s truly a one-of-a-kind estate. I don’t know of any other property that offers what this home has in the city.”

     

    And if you don’t hold a sunrise service on your front lawn, you can be assured of privacy.

     

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     A version of this story originally was published on CandysDirt.com.

     

    The formal dining room has French doors that open to a front patio and lake views.

    TD Jakes home, 4001 W Lawther Dr
      
    Photo courtesy of Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate
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    Blooming Dallas suburb ranks as America's 7th most livable small city

    Amber Heckler
    Jul 11, 2025 | 3:54 pm
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    Flower Mound has skyrocketed into the top 10 most livable small cities in 2025.

    One Dallas-area city continues to attract the national spotlight: namely Flower Mound, whose latest accolade comes from SmartAsset, the financial technology company, which ranks it as the No. 7 most livable small city in the U.S. for 2025.

    This ranking represents a big jump for this family-focused suburb less than 30 miles from Dallas, which skyrocketed into the top 10 after coming in at No. 29 on the same list last year.

    SmartAsset's annual study compared 279 U.S. cities with populations between 65,000 and 100,000 residents across seven metrics, including a resident's housing costs as a percentage of household income; average commute times; the percentage of residents living below the poverty line; and the proportions of entertainment, food service, and healthcare establishments.

    Flower Mound boasts a population of more than 79,000 residents who earn a median $147,490 in yearly household income, the report found. These residents spend just under 20 percent of their income on their housing costs, which add up to a median $2,454 per month.

    The city is sprawling with employment opportunities on both local and corporate levels, comprising more than 20,000 businesses, and nearly 97 percent of Flower Mound residents have health insurance. Residents spend about 25 minutes on average commuting to their jobs.

    Flower Mound has the second-lowest unemployment rate out of all 20 Texas cities in the report, at just 1.95 percent. The report also added that only 3.3 percent of the city's population is living below the poverty line.

    Earlier this year, Flower Mound's appealing size and relative affordability landed the No. 1 slot on Livability.com's list of best places to live in the U.S. in 2025.

     Rheudasil Park in Flower Mound Flower Mound has nearly 1,000 acres of parks for families and visitors to enjoy.Town of Flower Mound, Texas-Government/Facebook

    According to the city's website, Flower Mound prides itself on being a tight-knit, family-oriented community that embraces its small-town feel while still encouraging "a dynamic economic development environment."

    Flower Mound came in as the highest Dallas-Fort Worth city to earn a spot in the top 50, but three other cities also made the list including North Richland Hills, which took a major leap from its 2024 ranking at No. 139 and is now the 48th most livable small city nationwide.

    The two other Dallas-Fort Worth cities that earned spots among the 279 most livable small cities in the nation: Mansfield (No. 138) and Rowlett (No. 181).

    Reducing household expenses or escaping from noise pollution are just a few of the many reasons Americans may choose to move to a smaller city. But the report says not all families are willing to trade a lower cost of living for the convenience of living in a major urban epicenter.

    "Ultimately, a local economy where infrastructure, business, financial prosperity and convenience all intersect may offer the best of all worlds for everyone in the household," the report's author wrote.

    The top 10 most livable small U.S. cities in 2025 are:

    • No. 1 – Plymouth, Minnesota
    • No. 2 – Bloomington, Illinois
    • No. 3 – Livonia, Michigan
    • No. 4 – O'Fallon, Missouri
    • No. 5 – Ankeny, Iowa
    • No. 6 – Lakeville, Minnesota
    • No. 7 – Flower Mound, Texas
    • No. 8 – Eu Claire, Wisconsin
    • No. 9 – Appleton, Wisconsin
    • No. 10 – St. Charles, Missouri
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