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Plano Grew Up Around Haggard Farm. Now a $300M Development Is Taking Shape There
Standing on farmland his family has owned since 1885, 90-year-old Rutledge Haggard is both an institution in Plano and something of an anachronism at a Haggard Farm groundbreaking for what comes next. He is the living link to a Plano that has almost disappeared. At a December…
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Proposed Data Center Rules in Dallas Target Water Use, Noise, Neighborhood Impact
Planning officials in Dallas have drafted a set of proposed standards to govern the development of data centers, which include restrictions on water consumption, noise mitigation requirements, and additional protections for nearby residential neighborhoods. The proposal comes…
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From a 1930s Market to a Midcentury Home, Fort Worth Honors Its Preservation Champions
A restored 1930s public market, a former church saved from demolition, and a Midcentury Modern home preserved amid neighborhood redevelopment are among the Fort Worth properties recognized in Historic Fort Worth’s 2026 Preservation Awards. The nonprofit organization honored…
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Westlake’s Quail Hollow Debuts ‘The Estate at Meandering Meadows’ for $23.9M
Westlake has the luxury market figured out. If you want new construction on plenty of land, with loads of interior space, and all the latest amenities, you want Westlake. And in particular, you want Quail Hollow. The 188-acre gated community was developed as an exclusive…
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Dallas Petition Drives Set Stage for Political Battles Beyond Election Day
With Election Day just around the corner, Dallasites have more than the midterms to think about as several local campaigns look to influence the course of city politics. At least four petition drives are underway, potentially setting the stage for another round of elections in…
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Del Webb Sprouts Adult Community at Lakesong Near Midlothian
Adults 55 and older have another living choice coming down the pike in the Grand Prairies/Midlothian area: Del Webb Lakesong. Nestled at Highway 287 and Kimble Road, the new community will span more than 160 acres and comprise nearly 600 homesites at buildout within Lakesong, a…
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Dallas County Tax Hike for $103M in Homelessness Funding on the Line Tuesday
Dallas County voters will decide Tuesday whether to approve a property tax increase that would generate approximately $103 million in additional annual revenue to combat homelessness. Proposition A (not to be confused with the City of Dallas’ Proposition A) asks voters to…
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Vasari Is the Historic Preservation Game Changer We’ve Been Waiting For
Historic preservation is undervalued in Dallas in general and the Park Cities in particular. Highland Park and University Park have seen the loss of many important historic homes. Until now, no one has done much more than complain on social media. I’m happy to report a game…
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Dallas Design Lovers, Mark Your Calendars This Week
Dallas design enthusiasts have plenty to look forward to November 4–7, with a lineup of events featuring some of the city's top tastemakers and creative talents. From designer holiday shopping and spirited conversations to industry celebrations and hands-on workshops, there's…
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Peninsula Listing Near White Rock Lake Will Resurrect Your Faith in East Dallas Charm
If you’ve been scrolling East Dallas listings and find yourself scared away by the rise in copy/paste gray boxes, take a beat and check out this four-bedroom, two-bath home at 9431 Hobart St. Coming in strong (but far from monstrous) at 2,436 square feet, this 1946 gem in the…
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D-FW Named Nation’s Top CRE Market to Watch for Third Straight Year
D-FW has once again claimed the top spot among the nation’s most promising real estate markets, extending its streak to three consecutive years. The Metroplex ranked No. 1 in the Urban Land Institute and PwC’s recently released Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2027 report, an…
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You’re in for More Than Candy on Swiss Avenue This Halloween
Halloween is a big deal in East Dallas, and there is no neighborhood that celebrates it with more creativity than the Swiss Avenue Historic District. It became such an important holiday here that in 1986 former state lawmaker Harryette Ehrhardt led a group of neighbors in…
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What Does $288K Buy in Carrollton? This Updated Condo Has a Few Surprises
In terms of the real estate market, the American Dream might seem like it’s slipping out of reach. According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), home prices have risen by 93% since 2016. With sustained inflation, higher building costs, and affordable inventory…
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Kiln Doubles Down on D-FW With New 29,000-Square-Foot Coworking Space in Plano
D-FW’s coworking market is growing, and one of its newest players is doubling down on the Metroplex with a new location in Plano. Kiln, the Utah-based coworking firm that made its Texas debut earlier this year in Dallas’ Preston Hollow neighborhood, is preparing to open its…
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Color Brings a Happy Pop to This 100-Year-Old Fairmount Cottage
It’s not every day that you find something that’s more than a century old and seems genuinely happy. But here we have it…the delightful, adorable, and happy house at 2252 Washington Ave. in Fort Worth. This vibrant green — Should we call it mint? Celadon? Aqua? — house was…
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Dallas Luxury Buyers Are More Selective, But Allie Beth Allman Sees Another Record Year
Corporate expansion, local wealth, and a diverse regional economy continue to fuel steady demand for Dallas luxury homes as the market moves into the fourth quarter, according to Keith Conlon, president and CEO of Allie Beth Allman & Associates. Those drivers underpin the…
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This 11-Acre Sherman-Area Retreat Is for Horse Lovers, Dog Lovers, and Everyone in Between
Never been more serious: this is a property you have to see. I’ve been sending it to friends and family because it is the PERFECT second home retreat that could go full-time in a snap: stunning equestrian setup, country club/golf course/lake access, 22-foot-deep stocked pond,…
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Dallas Accepts Police Academy Funding With $82M Still Riding on Bond Election
Council members took another step Wednesday toward getting the funding necessary to complete the long-awaited Dallas Police Department training academy at the University of North Texas at Dallas, but not before a lengthy discussion over naming rights. The city council approved…
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Why a Former Nordstrom Buyer Took a Retail Chance on Oak Cliff
We’re doing something a little different with this week’s Highlight Home of the Week, sponsored by Lisa Peters, Senior Loan Officer with First Horizon. Rather than taking you inside one of Oak Cliff’s distinctive homes, we’re visiting a neighborhood business that’s helped make…