Condo Cool

New condos invigorate historic Dallas neighborhood with swank features

It’s no secret that homebuyers will pay a pretty penny for a great location, but it doesn’t necessarily have to be this way. If you know where to look, Dallas has some affordable hot spots with appealing homes, and Stillwater Capital’s new Greenwood Flats is one of those finds.

The 36-condo community is located behind the Granada Theater on McCommas Boulevard, adjacent to historic Lower Greenville and just four miles north of downtown. When the plot of land went up for sale, Stillwater Capital saw its potential and jumped at the investment. At the time, there were longstanding homes that could not be salvaged due to city health concerns and thus, introducing the concept of Greenwood Flats seemed the best solution.

With 14 layouts from which to choose, the condos all offer two bedrooms, a study, and tons of amenities. The floorplans are open and make for ideal entertaining spaces. Large kitchen islands, soaker tubs, and a clean, modern aesthetic, along with contemporary features such as stainless steel appliances, polished-chrome fixtures, and well-designed private terraces, lengthen the list of perks.

There are no worries about city parking hassles since secure, reserved, underground parking is easily accessible to residents. You’ll also live free of yard worries, as the HOA contracts all landscaping, plus takes care of general property maintenance, security, exterior insurance fees, and natural gas charges. The property is purposefully pool-free in an effort to keep fees low for residents.

Prices start in the high $300s, which is quite a deal considering all the perks and the prime spot. The condos appeal to young professionals who are ready to stop renting and start investing, and the community is offering an incentive to do so. If you’re ready to move but are worried about the burden of breaking a current lease, Greenwood Flats is willing to offer financial help to compensate.

Ready to check it out? Stop by Saturday, September 9, from 12-6 pm for the onsite block party. Tour the property and grab a tasty bite or beverage — a variety of food trucks will be there to celebrate.

The condo development has multiple listings available right now.

Photo courtesy of Greenwood Flats

The condo development has multiple listings available right now.

HAUTE PROPERTIES

Majestic $6 million estate in Texas Hill Country goes up for auction

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The house sits on top of a drop-off.

A sprawling, 13-acre waterfront estate about two hours south of Dallas is hitting the auction block. Bidding on the Oxbow Overlook estate, just outside the Central Texas town of Belton, is scheduled to start February 13 on the Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions website.

The sale process will conclude February 28 when the estate is featured at ModaMiami, a luxury event hosted by South Florida’s Biltmore Miami-Coral Gables.

The property, at 8536 Armstrong Rd., is co-listed at $5.95 million by Debbie Stevenson of Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty. Bidding will start at $2 million to $2.5 million.

“This incomparable offering perfectly captures the essence of refined Hill Country living,” Stevenson says. “From its serene creekside setting and acres of privacy to its remarkable architectural details, Oxbow Overlook delivers a level of craftsmanship and lifestyle that is rarely available.”

Built in 2001 of native limestone and stone, the French Provincial-inspired main house boasts a 24-foot entry wall made of iron and glass, and a grand foyer crowned by a 31-foot copper dome ceiling. The ceiling hovers above an oak staircase with copper accents.

Oxbow Overlook estate Everyone who enters from the front door will be looking up.Photo courtesy of JPM Real Estate Photography

Other highlights of Oxbow Overlook’s nearly 7,000-square-foot main house include:

Six bedrooms
Five full bathrooms and two half-bathrooms
Seven fireplaces
Three laundry rooms
Wet bar
Eat-in kitchen
Elevator access to second story
Home office
Game room
Exercise pool with swim jets and spa
Outdoor kitchen
Covered and open patios
Coffered and beamed ceilings
Crown molding
Indoor and outdoor fireplaces
Generac backup generator

Oxbow Overlook estate Natural elements break up all the white.Photo courtesy of JPM Real Estate Photography

The property includes a separate 3,118-square-foot carriage house.

Oxbow Overlook is close to Belton Lake, Stillhouse Hollow Lake, Salado, and Temple.

“Designed to embrace its natural surroundings, creekside walls, and outdoor living spaces conform to the bluff’s natural curve, offering spectacular views across the property and showcasing thoughtful conveniences at every turn,” Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions says.

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The house sits on top of a drop-off.

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