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Dallas restaurant and design icon's gem of a home hits the market

It's not often that the home of a Dallas legend comes up for sale, and it's rarer still when the house itself is an architectural gem.

For more than two decades, Marilyn Lenox and her husband Bill — of Bob's Steak and Chop House and Antèks Home Furnishings fame — filled 5349 Drane Dr. with memories. Bill's passing in early 2017 prompted Marilyn to downsize, and now the stunning French Colonial in Greenway Parks is on the market for $2,995,000.

It was originally constructed in 1985 by former builder Cathy Dann. As she meant it to be her personal home, the materials, finish-outs, and level of detail are exquisite, complementing a floorplan that's big on square footage (6,698) but designed so that the rooms still feel intimate.

The floorplan is what got the Lenoxes to stop and take notice; after viewing more than 200 properties during their house hunt, they knew immediately that this one was perfect.

One major selling point is the two master bathroom suites — that's right, his-and-hers full bathrooms instead of merely his-and-hers sinks. There are four more full bathrooms and one powder room, all in complement of the five bedrooms, four masonry fireplaces, three-car garage, double dishwashers in the chef's kitchen, and resort-style pool and spa.

There are a few other bonus features that fall into the category of "didn't know were needed but now can't live without": an impressive wine room just off the living room bar, the grand porte cochere in the circle drive, and a mosquito misting system in the backyard.

All this, and in Greenway Parks too. This section of Dallas is adjacent to Highland Park, on the west side of the Tollway. The neighborhood is known for its big lots, active and tight-knit community — expect events whenever there's a holiday or even the slightest reason to celebrate — and safe streets, thanks to the off-duty Dallas police officers who are contracted to patrol the area.

Ty Vaughn with The Associates Realty has the listing, which has attracted quite a bit of attention since going live. Considering the home's pedigree, we'd expect nothing less.

Look out over the pool and backyard from the balcony.

Photo courtesy of The Associates Realty

Look out over the pool and backyard from the balcony.

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Surprising Dallas neighbor ranks among hottest ZIP codes in U.S.

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Movers are loving Lavon for its small-town feel and proximity to the big city.

A recent analysis of American relocation trends has revealed the small city of Lavon outside Dallas was one of the top five hottest ZIP code for movers nationwide in October 2025.

Lavon's 75166 ZIP code ranked No. 5 on MovingPlace's new list ranking the U.S. cities with the highest number of new movers per 1,000 current residents during the month of October.

According to the study's data, 961,650 moves took place across the nation last month. Lavon (population: 13,800) saw 10.8 moves per 1,000 residents in October, the fifth highest moving rate out of all U.S. cities.

Lavon is located 32 miles northeast of Dallas in Collin County. It was praised as a highly sought-after locale for movers who want to live somewhere affordable outside Dallas while still reaping the benefits from a community with a small-town feel.

The report also added that Lavon's 75166 ZIP was the No. 1 hottest ZIP code in September, but relocations dipped 7.7 percent from September to October.

"When looking at the top ZIP codes in each state, it’s clear that less populated ZIP codes often show dramatic month-over-month increases, sometimes exceeding 100 percent," the report said. "Larger cities, by contrast, maintain consistently high move volumes without extreme spikes, because their larger populations dampen the impact of individual moves."

These are the top 10 hottest U.S. ZIP codes based on moves per capita in October:

No. 1 – 78616 in Dale, Texas
No. 2 – 34987 in Port Saint Lucie, Florida
No. 3 – 37228 in Nashville, Tennessee
No. 4 – 80019 in Aurora, Colorado
No. 5 – 75166 in Lavon, Texas
No. 6 – 32461 in Inlet Beach, Florida
No. 7 – 10004 in New York, New York
No. 8 – 43137 in Lockbourne, Ohio
No. 9 – 30346 in Atlanta, Georgia
No. 10 – 78656 in Maxwell, Texas

The hottest U.S. ZIP codes by total move volume
Five Texas ZIPs ranked among MovingPlace's separate analysis of the top 10 hottest U.S. ZIP codes based on total move volume.

McKinney's ever-popular 75071 ZIP code ranked No. 5 on the list after gaining 298 new residents last month, only 72 residents shy from No. 1-ranking Washington, D.C.'s new resident count.

This North Dallas suburb also previously ranked as the No. 8 most popular ZIP for movers during the first five months of 2025.

The report said McKinney's most attractive qualities are its safety, its high-performing schools, and its proximity to outdoor recreational activities. it also helps that the suburb consistently ranks as the No. 1 hottest housing market in America, and it frequently tops lists comparing the best cities for renters or the most affordable cities in the U.S.

The top 10 hottest American ZIP codes in October based on total move volume were:

No. 1 – 20002 in Washington, D.C.
No. 2 – 78130 in New Braunfels, Texas
No. 3 – 78641 in Leander, Texas
No. 4 – 77433 in Cypress, Texas
No. 5 – 75071 in McKinney, Texas
No. 6 –32256 in Jacksonville, Florida
No. 7 –77493 in Katy, Texas
No. 8 – 85142 in Queen Creek, Arizona
No. 9 – 98052 in Redmond, Washington
No. 10 – 28269 in Charlotte, North Carolina

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Haute House

Dallas restaurant and design icon's gem of a home hits the market

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