Real Estate Steal

Massively reduced North Dallas contemporary seeks kitchen and bath TLC

New windows throughout make this home light and sunny.

Photo courtesy of Crescent Realty Group

The 1970s contemporary home at 18605 Crownover Court has ample square footage and sits on a great lot inside a far North Dallas neighborhood that feeds into Plano schools. Surprisingly, it’s been on the market for around 200 days.

Why, in this hot market, has no one snapped up this property? Two words: kitchen and bathrooms.

The shady lot, open spaces, and cool angles of the home surely appeal to today’s buyers. But it’s hard to overlook an outdated kitchen, plastered with Formica and linoleum and crowded with heavy cabinets, or a carpeted master bath stuck in a different decade.

But where others see problems, we see opportunity. And there are some great updates too, including hardwood floors in several rooms, new windows, and formal areas and a den that look move-in ready.

Although the kitchen and master bath require an overhaul, some paint on the Jack-and-Jill bath shared by the two smaller bedrooms could be a quick and effective fix for the worn-looking cabinetry.

But let’s not forget about the intangible upsides to this home: It’s inside Dallas city limits but within the Plano ISD attendance area, with Jackson Elementary, Frankford Middle School, and the acclaimed Plano West High School. Also consider that you’re comfortably close to Preston Road and the George Bush Turnpike. The house also faces a creek.

The original list price probably didn’t help. But Crescent Realty Group listing agent Javaid Karim has reduced this three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home from $325,000 to $279,330. Put that savings back into it, and this house would be a winner.

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A version of this story originally was published on Candy's Dirt.

New windows throughout make this home light and sunny.

Photo courtesy of Crescent Realty Group

New windows throughout make this home light and sunny.

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Mixed Use News

West Grove center in McKinney signs on slew of new restaurants

Whole Foods Market flagship store in Austin

Photo courtesy of Whole Foods Market

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A mixed-use center coming soon to McKinney has already lined up more than a dozen tenants: According to a release, West Grove, a new development at the intersection of US-380 and North Custer Road has signed on a supermarket, a coffee shop, ice cream shop, and a Chick-fil-A.

West Grove is from De La Vega Capital and Development and designed through a public-private partnership with the city of McKinney. It'll span more than 500,000 square feet and be a walkable mix of retail, restaurants, and entertainment options, as well as 420 residential units, 55,000 square feet of office space, and two acres of green space, with a 2-acre park, plus open-air spaces, lively outdoor decks, lush landscaping, and thoughtful lighting details, that sounds intriguing.

West Grove will be anchored by Whole Foods Market, which broke ground in November 2024. The center is scheduled to open in 2025. Miraculously, the Chick-fil-A opened in March.

Without further ado, the businesses making their West Grove debut include:

Food & Beverage

Whole Foods Market. A 45,082-square-foot Whole Foods Market will anchor West Grove.

Oak & Stone. A modern eatery specializing in wood-fired pizzas, craft beers, and artisanal dishes made from freshly sourced ingredients. This will be the first Oak & Stone location in Texas.

Chick-fil-A. Chick-fil-A opened at West Grove in March 2024.

Kura Revolving Sushi Bar. Japan chain is a unique revolving sushi bar experience where customers can select dishes from a conveyor belt. The West Grove location will be the first Kura Sushi in McKinney.

Keke’s Breakfast Cafe. This breakfast chain is the Denny's sibling known for its breakfast and lunch. This will be their first location in McKinney.

Velvet Taco. Dallas fast-casual chain specializing in globally inspired tacos will open its first McKinney location at West Grove.

Sweet Paris Crêperie. Originally from Houston, Sweet Paris specializes in crêpes, waffles, and other French-inspired dishes. This is their first location in McKinney.

Chipotle. Popular fast-casual chain specializing in customizable burritos, tacos and bowls, Chipotle has a strong presence not only nationwide but also in McKinney.

La La Land Kind Cafe. Quickly-growing Dallas coffee shop chain is dedicated to supporting and creating opportunities for youth and individuals in need. This will be the first La La Land in McKinney.

Paciugo Gelato. Founded in Dallas, Paciugo is the Italian-inspired gelato shop offering a variety of handcrafted flavors. The West Grove location is an anticipated addition to McKinney, making it the only active Paciugo in the area.

Health & Beauty

Sephora. Largest prestige beauty omni-retailer in the U.S. and Canada offers a wide range of high-end makeup, skincare, hair, and fragrance products. This will be the first stand-alone full-service location in McKinney.

Orange Twist. California-based med spa specializing in non-invasive aesthetic treatments like body sculpting and skin rejuvenation. This will be Orange Twist’s first location in McKinney.

Reformed Pilates. Boutique Pilates studio offering reformer-based classes focused on strength, flexibility, and overall wellness. This will be the first Reformed Pilates studio in McKinney.

Services

Resort Nail Spa. Luxury nail spa offering premium manicure and pedicure services, dedicated to creating a relaxing and affordable experience. Originating in Dallas, this will be the first Resort Nail Spa location in McKinney.

Chewy Vet Care. Chewy Vet Care is a branch of the popular online pet retailer Chewy, providing veterinary services for pets. This facility is one of the first Chewy Vet Care locations in Texas, alongside one in Fort Worth.

PNC Bank. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PNC Bank is one of the largest financial services groups in the U.S.

“We’re excited to continue expanding West Grove with a diversified selection of tenants that complement our vision for the development,” said De La Vega President and CEO Artemio De La Vega. “West Grove is a space where people can gather, connect and enjoy experiences that enrich their daily lives.”

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