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    This House Rules

    Eye-candy extras crown this $2 million contemporary castle in Coppell

    Candy Evans
    Jun 28, 2018 | 10:50 am

    Industrial contemporary meets organic in the architectural design of a truly original Coppell house that's hit the market for $1.995 million. It’s a custom three-story creation on almost an acre, where attention to detail and creative style choices create something one-of-a-kind.

    From the moment you step onto the drawbridge walkway, crossing over the fishpond, you know you have arrived at 413 E. Bethel School Rd. Just on the other side of the 750-pound powder coated metal “speakeasy” door, the magic begins.

    “The homeowners built this as their dream house and they’ve been the only owners,” said Cathy O’Toole, one of the listing agents with the O’Toole Levan Group of Ebby Halliday Realtors. “The most unique thing is it’s three stories and the whole bottom floor, not including the house structure, is a big storm shelter — you don’t usually get a basement in Coppell.”

    This home has five bedrooms, five full bathrooms, one half-bath, three living areas, two dining areas, an office, and 6,148 square feet. It sits on 0.958 acres, so outdoor living is definitely part of the appeal.

    Cross the threshold and take in the three-story spiral staircase, a showpiece in the entryway that hints at the dramatic and memorable design of the whole house. A custom light fixture of blown glass and industrial pipes cascades through the center of the staircase, spanning all three floors as eye candy. Just off the entryway, a powder room with a hanging countertop of stainless steel, a beautiful stone sink, and a whimsical asymmetrical mirror.

    In the kitchen, find Mennonite cherry wood cabinets, built-in refrigerator, high-end gas cooktop, warming drawer, and concrete counters with a built-in trivet and cutting board. A glass turret next to the window, with colorful glass insets, and a large island with a river sink are the true stars of this kitchen. A breakfast bar offers seating for four, and colorful glass pendants add to the festive space.

    The home has a central vacuum system that makes keeping floors clean a snap. The laundry room is equipped with a desk, sink, and a drip sink with a hand shower. Nearby is a secret closet and a mudroom.

    The family room has a corrugated metal barrel ceiling paired with wood beams, adding to the industrial look. It also has one of three fireplaces in the home, this one with sheet metal surround and glass rocks.

    There are two bedrooms on the main floor, the master and one of the four secondary bedrooms. The master has tall wood-beamed ceilings and a lovely view of the backyard.

    Stepping into the ensuite bathroom, you will see a unique floor treatment of broken tile patterned after a New Orleans restaurant, as well as maple Mennonite cabinetry, a deep bathtub, and a multi-head shower that is also a steam room. An oversized master closet and cedar closet have a pass through to one of two laundry rooms in the home.

    The secondary bedroom on the main floor is handicap accessible, with large doorways and handrails in the ensuite bathroom.

    Upstairs has a study, guest bedroom, bathroom, and tons of storage.

    Traveling down two floors to the walkout basement, there are two more bedrooms and bathrooms and a common computer area with an artful partition to keep the space open. The contemporary game room is the hub of the action in the home. The second laundry room, flanked by an exercise room, can be found in the basement.

    The four-car garage is a sight to behold. From metal sheeting and custom ink on the electrical cabinet, to the built-ins and pristine flooring, this garage is a pretty sweet spot.

    Eco-friendly features of the house include a 16+ SEER AC, foam insulation, low E windows, radiant barrier, tankless water heater, and tinted windows. This home also boasts a backup generator, an irrigation well, smart lighting, and surround sound.

    The backyard is a fabulous space. Step outside to see the outdoor dining area with built-in grill, fireplace, and a diving pool highlighted by raised glass fountains, wonderful views, and native Texas landscaping.

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    A version of this story originally was published on CandysDirt.com.

    The custom three-story home has eye-catching stained glass accents.

    413 Bethel School Rd, Coppell
    Photo courtesy of Ebby Halliday Realtors
    The custom three-story home has eye-catching stained glass accents.
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    Dallas Got Robbed

    The richest small town in Texas is surprisingly not in Dallas

    Amber Heckler
    Dec 12, 2025 | 1:18 pm
    Bellaire, Texas
    Facebook / City of Bellaire, Texas
    Houston neighbor Bellaire is the richest town in Texas.

    A survey of affluent small towns has found one town in Texas to be at the top of the list, but shockingly, it is not in Dallas. The town of Bellaire, a small enclave within the Houston metro area, has earned the top spot as the richest small town in Texas for 2025. Boo.

    The report, "The Richest Small Town in Every State," from GoBankingRates, selected one city from each state, using data from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey to determine the 50 richest small towns based on their median household income.

    Describing Bellaire as a "small town" might be a misnomer. It's located less than 10 miles from downtown Houston and is fully surrounded by the City of Houston. It's really more of a wealthy enclave within Houston, with a population of just over 17,000 residents.

    Those affluent citizens earn a median $236,311 in income every year, which GoBankingRates says is the 11th highest household median income out of all 50 cities included in the report.

    The average home in this city is worth over $1.12 million, but Bellaire's lavish residential reputation often attracts properties with multi-million-dollar price tags.

    Bellaire also earned a shining 81 livability score for its top quality schools, health and safety, commute times, with an abundance of exceptional local amenities.

    Those include conveniently located grocery stores, coffee shops, diverse dining options, and spacious parks.

    It's not the first time that Bellaire has caught the eye of GoBankingRates, which previously ranked it as the No. 23 wealthiest suburb in America, and it's been named on similar lists comparing the richest American cities.

    Dallas can take comfort in the fact that a different survey found Lewisville to be of the cities attracting the most high-income households, meaning those that make more than $200,000. However, census data places the most recent median income in Lewisville at $85,002 — so it's nowhere close to catching up to Bellaire.

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