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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.

Every floorplan at Greenwood Flats is designed so that the flow of traffic moves easily through the home.

Photo courtesy of Greenwood Flats

Every floorplan at Greenwood Flats is designed so that the flow of traffic moves easily through the home.

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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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