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Hosts can entertain inside or out at this alluring Dallas dwelling

A stunning example of transitional design, 5948 Azalea Ln. has all the clean lines and airy spaces of a contemporary abode but with the warm touches and rich materials of a traditional home. Its location, by Royal Lane and the Dallas North Tollway, also offers a best-of-both-worlds vibe.

The home's sleekness is felt immediately with the oversize glass front door, which swings open past the foyer into the first of several living areas. A double-sided fireplace provides a glimpse into the second, where the stone fireplace surround reaches to the ceiling and a wall of windows floods the room and attached kitchen with light.

The kitchen is outfitted with Viking appliances and upscale stone countertops and backsplash, with a breakfast room and serving area nearby for ease during entertaining and everyday life. A built-in wine fridge? Try two.

An open-concept floorplan is extremely livable, with four bedrooms — each with their own attached bath — located upstairs and the master suite down. Stone tiles in a herringbone pattern decorate the serene master bath, continuing the home's theme of excellent and beautiful flooring choices. An oversize tub, large frameless shower, and a walk-in closet make the master a true retreat.

The second floor also boasts a game room, giving rowdy kids their own space that's separate from the more formal areas downstairs, which also includes a study.

Step outside to enjoy the 5,017-square-foot home's nearly half-acre lot, complete with a tranquil pool and spa and large grassy area. The covered patio is right next to a built-in, outdoor grilling area, making it easy to take the party outside.

And the cost for this entertainer's paradise? The Hickman + Weber Group with Ebby Halliday Realtors has the listing, which rings in at $2,100,000.

The home at 5948 Azalea Ln. is listed for $2,100,000 by the Hickman + Weber Group.

Photo courtesy of Ebby Halliday Realtors

The home at 5948 Azalea Ln. is listed for $2,100,000 by the Hickman + Weber Group.

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Dallas residents need to make over $71,000 to afford rent in 2025

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A new rental report from Zillow has revealed Dallas renters need to make nearly 29 percent more money than they did five years ago in order to afford rent in 2025.

Zillow analysts examined the income needed to afford rent in 50 major U.S. metros, and determined rent prices in each city as of April 2025.

The average Dallas renter needs to make $71,413 a year to afford living in the city, the report found. To afford rent for a single-family home, the income needed increases even further to $92,932.

Despite Dallas' rising rent cost of living, it's still more affordable than many other cities. Nationally, the average income needed for someone to comfortably afford rent comes out to nearly $81,000. The study says that figure has increased nearly 35 percent since 2020.

"Housing costs have surged since pre-pandemic, with rents growing quite a bit faster than wages," said senior Zillow economist Orphe Divounguy. "This often leaves little room for other expenses, making it particularly difficult for those hoping to save for a down payment on a future home. High upfront costs are often overlooked, which can keep renters in their current homes."

Rent prices in Dallas averaged $1,785 last month, which is less costly than the national average rent price of $2,024. Additionally, Dallasites are spending about 23 percent of their income on rent, while the typical American spends almost 30 percent of their income on rent.

Renters are saving hundreds of dollars in comparison to those that own their homes, as a recent SmartAsset study discovered the median monthly housing costs for a Dallas homeowner came out to $2,381.

At least we're not living on the East or West Coast, where eight U.S. metros require six-figure incomes to afford rent. Residents in San Jose, California need to make $136,532 a year to afford rent, the highest out of all 50 U.S. cities. Rent prices in San Jose came out to $3,413 in April.

Dallas has it the worst in Texas. Here's how much money renters need to afford living in other Texas metros, according to Zillow:

Austin –$68,840
Houston – $67,731
San Antonio – $58,590

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