Luxe Urban Living

Dallas’ hottest luxury residence rolls out brand-new condos at unbeatable price

Since opening last spring, The Shelby Residences, a project by The Marquis Group, has wowed Dallasites in search of an urban lifestyle in luxe surroundings. Located in the heart of East Dallas’ new University Crossing neighborhood, the 55-unit development offers prime access to top destinations such as Katy Trail, DART Rail, and Mockingbird Station — just to name a few.

The condos sit on the former site of one of automotive icon Carroll Shelby’s garages and features a decidedly modern aesthetic that nods to the locale’s history. Case in point: the four AC Cobra car hoods painted by a local artist that greet you in the lobby.

Following the overwhelming success of phases I and II, The Shelby Residences is rolling out its third and final phase.

The new one- and two-bedroom units are priced from $193,000 to $381,000; come in a variety of floorplans; and feature a number of premium upgrades, including stainless appliances, plush wool carpeting, and large walk-in closets. Buyers have a choice between two designer color schemes, which offer soft gray or warm brown for their Puccini porcelain wood-planked floors, crystal white or carbon black quartz countertops, and custom shaker cabinets in gray or white.

To celebrate the phase III rollout and to give Dallas residents a peek at all it has to offer, The Shelby Residences is hosting a special event on Tuesday, March 22, 5:30-7:30 pm. Stop by for light bites and beverages, live music from Dan Quinn, and a trunk show from Trunk Club Dallas.

During the event, take a guided tour of the two beautiful model homes designed by Cheryl Ketner Interiors. Don’t miss the residence’s onsite amenities: owners’ lounge with custom furniture, kitchenette and flat screen TV’s; outdoor rooftop terrace with fire pits and seating areas; dog park; and fully equipped fitness center.

“We’re really excited to give potential homeowners the opportunity to experience the cool vibe of University Crossing,” says Shelby sales associate Julie Quigley, “as well as the chic lifestyle to be lived at The Shelby Residences.”

Don’t miss the event to see all that The Shelby has to offer. RSVP to events@theshelbyresidences.com or drop by any time between 5:30 and 7:30 pm. Valet is complimentary. For additional information on The Shelby Residences or to arrange a tour of the property, visit www.theshelbyresidences.com/openhouse or call 214-849-1913.

The living room is spacious and bright.

Photo courtesy of The Shelby Residences

The living room is spacious and bright.

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Tax Hike

Texans saddled with 7th highest property taxes in nation for 2026

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The Texas property tax burden keeps going up.

Property taxes can be a particularly sore subject for homeowners, and a new study has revealed Texans are saddled with the seventh-highest property taxes in the nation.

WalletHub's annual report, "Property Taxes by State," released February 17, found Texas homeowners will pay a median $4,232 in property taxes in 2026. That's based on the state's median home value of $283,800.

Last year, Texans were on the hook for a $4,111 property tax bill based on a median home value of $260,400. And Texas residents are expected to pay $360 more on their property taxes this year than in 2024, when the figure was $3,872.

To determine which states have the biggest and lowest property tax burdens on residents, WalletHub's experts divided each state's median real estate tax payment by its respective median home price. The report then used the resulting rates to extrapolate the annual real estate tax that would be paid on a house valued at $332,700, which was the median value for a U.S. home as of 2024 (the year where the latest data was available). All 50 states and the District of Columbia were analyzed.

Texas tied with Nebraska as No. 44 in the national ranking of states with the highest property tax burdens for residents right now. Both states have an effective tax rate of 1.49 percent, the data said.

Still, the property tax burden in Texas isn't as punishing as New Jersey (No. 51), whose residents are shelling out almost $9,600 on their property taxes this year based on a median home value of $454,400. On the opposite end, Hawaii is the state with the lowest property taxes, with residents spending about $2,239 based on a median home value of $839,100.

The annual property taxes Texans would pay on a $332,700 home (the 2024 U.S. median home value) added up to $4,961, the report said. For added context, the U.S. Census Bureau found the average American household pays $3,119 annually on property taxes.

Of course, property taxes vary by region, and residents living in Dallas County are familiar with enduring tax hikes. Dallas renters are also affected by rising property taxes despite not owning their homes, WalletHub said.

"While property taxes may seem irrelevant to the 35 percent of households that rent, that assumption misses the mark," the report said. "Whether paid directly or indirectly, nearly everyone bears the cost of property taxes, as they influence rental prices and help fund state and local governments."

According to Walltethub, the top 10 states with the lowest property taxes for 2026 are:

No. 1 – Hawaii
No. 2 – Alabama
No. 3 – Nevada
No. 4 – Arizona, Colorado, and South Carolina (tied)
No. 7 – Idaho
No. 8 – Delaware and Tennessee (tied)
No. 10 – Utah

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