• Doris Jacobs Real Estate
  • c/o Allie Beth Allman & Associates
  • 5015 Tracy Street
  • Suite 102
  • Dallas, Texas 75205 MAP

 

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3687 Asbury Street

January 11, 2013

Wonderful University Park Townhome Overlooking DCC on a 55’ x 100’ Corner Lot

Situated in prestigious University Park within the award winning Armstrong School District, this wonderful traditional townhome is nestled on a corner lot overlooking scenic views of Dallas Country Club’s golf course and has fabulous drive-up appeal. Details include soaring ceilings, an open floor plan with spacious entertaining rooms, hardwood floors, elegant crown molding and recessed lighting throughout. The fabulous two-story townhome offers approximately 2,578 square feet, three bedrooms, three baths, two living areas, two dining areas, a fireplace, wet bar, balcony and a two-car garage.

Through the wood-and-paneled door, the front foyer, with slate floors, opens to a dramatic two-story living room, which is centered by a wood-burning fireplace, with a wood carved mantle and a marble surround. Light-filled windows with plantation shutters yield natural light on the hardwoods and also overlook fabulous views of the Dallas Country Club golf course. Conveniently serving the area is a wet bar with a bar sink and abundant storage. Providing great entertaining flow, the living room steps up to a hallway, which leads to the formal dining room, kitchen and a guest bedroom with a full bath.

Capped by a pop-up ceiling and graced by an iron chandelier, the spacious dining room also features an open half wall of elegant wood carved balusters and overlooks the two-story living room. The dining room also flows to an expansive remodeled island kitchen, which showcases granite counters, stainless steel appliances, a desk area, and a breakfast area opening to an iron-grilled balcony. A utility closet also provides room for a full-size washer and dryer. Perfect for relaxation, the generous-sized guest bedroom is crowned by a beamed ceiling and is also accented with hardwood floors, window coverings, a large walk-in closet and an adjacent elegant full bath. The bedroom may also be used as a den.

Second level of living is equally impressive. The luxurious master suite is oversized and boasts a sitting area with windows providing an abundance of light, neutral carpeting and a gorgeous limestone bath with his and her sinks, a vanity desk, soaking tub, separate double shower, two skylights, and a huge walk-in closet. Down the hall, a third bedroom is spacious and also includes hardwood floors, a large closet, full bath and an adjacent sunroom with ceramic tile floors and light-filled windows. Additionally, stairs lead from the second floor down to the basement level and reveals an attached two-car garage with extra room for storage and a work shop area complete with built-ins. This is a fabulous opportunity for a wonderful townhome in the Armstrong School District with scenic views of Dallas Country Club!

3100 Rosedale Avenue, #3100A

December 12, 2012

Wonderful University Park Condominium for Lease near SMU and Snider Plaza

Situated in prestigious University Park within walking distance of SMU and Snider Plaza, this wonderful traditional front corner unit condominium on the first level is offered for lease. Details include spacious rooms, gleaming hardwood floors, deep molding and decorative lighting treatments throughout.  The sophisticated one-story residence offers 1,752 square feet of living space, three bedrooms, two full and one-half baths, an inviting entry, elegant formal areas, an office, utility, fireplace, patio and a two-car attached garage.

Enter to an inviting entry, which gleans with handsome hardwoods and deep molding and also leads to the elegant formal areas. Providing great entertaining flow, the oversized living and dining room combination is centered by a fireplace, with a cast stone-like plaster surround with mantle and a flat screen television above, and also showcases Palladian windows and a large dining room. The space opens to a spacious kitchen with richly stained cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel Frigidaire appliances, including a refrigerator with freezer, electric range, built-in Microwave, dishwasher and a double-bowl sink, and a large breakfast bar. A door leads to a large iron-grilled patio with views of the front landscaped grounds. Nearby is an office, which houses a richly stained built-in desk with shelving above and a pantry closet. Adjacent is a utility closet with a stackable washer and dryer.

Luxurious and oversized, the luxurious master suite features neutral carpeting, Palladian windows and a spa-like granite-and-travertine bath with richly stained cabinetry, dual sinks, a jetted tub, separate double shower and a huge walk-in closet. The additional two bedrooms are generous-sized with neutral carpeting, deep molding, large closets and are served by an elegant Jack and Jill bath with granite counters and ceramic tile floors. Outdoors, an assigned attached garage with an outside entry completes this wonderful residence.

3100 Rosedale Avenue, #3100A

August 27, 2012

Fabulous University Park Condominium near SMU and Snider Plaza

Situated in prestigious University Park within walking distance to SMU and Snider Plaza, this fabulous 1st floor front corner unit condo showcases floor-to-ceiling windows, spacious entertaining rooms including formal living and dining rooms, a large kitchen with granite counters and a breakfast bar, a luxurious master suite with elegant bath with dual vanities, a jetted tub and large walk-in closet, a covered patio, and a two-car garage.

3544 HAYNIE AVENUE

August 21, 2012

Situated in prestigious University Park near Goar Park, Snider Plaza and the University Park Pool, this wonderful traditional home is nestled on a 60′ x 150′ lot with a circular drive and great drive-up appeal. Built by Douglas Scott Homes, the two-story residence offers approximately 5,327 square feet, five bedrooms, five full and two half baths, four entertaining areas, two dining areas, two fireplaces, and a two-car garage.

3824 MIRAMAR AVENUE

August 15, 2012

Situated in prestigious Old Highland Park near Lakeside Drive, this stunning Mediterranean showplace is nestled on a 95′ x 226′, gorgeous corner lot with a circular drive and fabulous drive-up appeal. The sophisticated two-story residence offers 7,905 square feet of living space, five bedrooms, seven and one-half baths, four living areas, two dining areas, three fireplaces, a balcony, covered patio, guest quarters, pool, and a three-car garage.

4312 NORMANDY AVENUE

July 14, 2012

Fabulous Completely Remodeled University Park Traditional Taken Back to the Studs

Situated in prestigious University Park near Highland Park Village and within the Bradfield School District, this fabulous 1940’s traditional residence, with a circular drive and great drive-up appeal, has been completely remodeled to perfection. Taken back to the studs, the original duplex was converted to a single family home and updated with today’s energy efficient standards and the original brick facade, hardwood floors, fireplaces, dramatic stain glass window and doors were kept to maintain architectural integrity. Details include spacious entertaining rooms, arched entries, gleaming hardwoods, museum smooth floated walls trimmed with coves, Ann Saks tile and Waterworks fixtures, Niles surround sound system speakers and controls, custom lighting treatments with Lutron lighting, and new Marvin windows throughout. The stunning home offers approximately 3,270 square feet, two stories, four bedrooms, four baths, two living areas, two dining areas, utility room, two fireplaces, dry bar, balcony, covered porch, patio and a large backyard.

Enter to a spacious formal living room, which gleans with museum smooth floated walls trimmed with coves, hardwood floors and a dramatic stain glass window providing views of the front landscaped grounds. The space is also centered by a wood-burning fireplace, with a tile surround and a wood-carved mantle with an art niche above. Graceful arches lead to the formal living room, the rear of the home and to the second level of living, all providing for great entertaining flow. Capped by a pop-up ceiling, the elegant dining room is spacious and graced by a lovely iron chandelier, gleaming hardwoods, window coverings and also flows to the kitchen. The professional chef’s marble kitchen, with a tile backsplash, showcases richly stained custom cabinetry with glass top cabinets, an oversized island with breakfast bar, premier Viking, Asko and Ventahood stainless steel appliances, a double farm sink and a wall of abundant pantry closet space. A door leads to the outdoors. Setting the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining, the kitchen also opens to an oversized family room, which is appointed with a marble-trimmed dry bar, with a Viking stainless wine cooler and glass top cabinets, a flat screen TV with surround sound speakers, window coverings and light-filled French doors opening to the patio. Nearby is a large downstairs bedroom, which may also be used as a study, and boasts hardwood floors, French doors opening to a large closet, and a door conveniently opening to the front covered porch. A full marble bath, with fabulous decorative tile floors, rounds out the first floor.

Second level of living is equally impressive. The luxurious master suite’s credentials include an oversized bedroom with handsome hardwood floors, window coverings, built-ins, and an exquisite bath, which is replete with marble counters and decorative tile floors, his and hers vanities, an oversized double shower, soaking tub and a huge walk-in closet. The additional two bedrooms are spacious and feature hardwood floors, large closets and open to the balcony. One of the bedrooms showcases a fabulous wood-burning fireplace, with a tile surround and a wood-carved mantle, and both are served by elegant marble baths with decorative tile floors. Outside, a large outdoor patio, with Oklahoma Mountain Gold flagstone decking, overlooks an oversized landscaped backyard. Additional amenities include: board-on-board wood fence, abundant storage space, and a sprinkler and security system.

Improvements:

  • Replaced HVAC, Electrical, Insulation and Plumbing throughout the home
  • Replaced Roof
  • Marvin Windows throughout the home – highest utility bill in 2010 was $202.00
  • Added circular drive with professional landscaping
  • Electrical lines buried underground
  • New build insurance rating
  • Surround sound system throughout the home and controls
  • Hunter Douglas woven blinds
  • Ann Saks Tile
  • Professional kitchen with Viking double oven, microwave, refrigerator with freezer, six burner gas cooktop and warming drawer.  Asko Dishwasher. Ventahood.
  • Museum smooth floated walls with updated paint colors
  • Kallista and Ann Saks plumbing fixtures
  • Master Bath includes Kohler Cast Iron Tub, double shower heads and steam system
  • Large Master Closet with built-ins
  • Highland Park Schools – Bradfield Elementary

4517 BELCLAIRE AVENUE

July 12, 2012

Stunning Clean Line Mediterranean Showplace in Highland Park

Situated in prestigious Highland Park just steps away from Flippen Park, renowned custom builder Avida Custom Homes, offering the finest quality construction and fixtures, recently completed 4517 Beclaire Avenue, a stunning clean line Mediterranean styled home with great attention to detail and fabulous drive-up appeal. This outstanding residence offers approximately 5,361 square feet of living space, two stories, five bedrooms, five full and one-half baths, elegant formal rooms, a library, family room, game room, wine room, utility room, three interior fireplaces, two wet bars and an exceptional outdoor entertaining area with a wood-burning fireplace, fabulous pool and full guest quarters above the detached two-car garage. The guest bedroom and library are located downstairs. The guest quarters holds another 320 square feet and the covered patio encompasses an additional 298 square feet. Additional amenities include: pier and beam foundation, stucco plaster over block exterior and a tile roof.

 

3649 Maplewood Avenue

May 26, 2012

Stunning Old Highland Park 1920’s Traditional Showplace near Dallas Country Club

Situated in the heart of Old Highland Park near Dallas Country Club and within the award-winning Armstrong School District, this stunning 1920’s traditional showplace has fabulous drive-up appeal. Details include spacious entertaining rooms, gleaming hardwoods, elegant molding, custom lighting, sound system speakers, and fabulous marble, granite, limestone throughout. The approximately 3,848-square foot sophisticated residence offers two stories, four bedrooms, three full and one-half baths, four gathering areas, two dining areas, two fireplaces, a balcony, pool, side veranda, covered and uncovered terrace and a two-car garage. Completely remodeled, the fabulous two-story guest house holds an additional 1,053 square feet and the covered terrace encompasses another 140 square feet. The two-story residence is in immaculate, move-in condition with the space, finish and amenities sought by any discerning buyer. Through the wood-and-paneled glass door with transom window, the inviting entry gleans with elegant hand-stenciled walls, a barrel-vault ceiling with an iron chandelier, marble floors and also opens through a large entry with sliding doors and a transom window to the formal living room. Framed by a marble wood-burning fireplace, the living room showcases handsome hardwoods, deep molding, light-filled windows with plantation shutters and elegant drapery and also provides views of the front landscaped grounds. Graceful arches with French doors properly accent entry to the piano room and where hardwood floors continue. Replete with an iron chandelier, art lighting and beautiful windows with double glass paneled doors, the piano room also flows to the formal dining room and to the private quarters. Graced by an elegant china cabinet and a wall of double glass paneled windows providing natural light on the hardwoods, the exquisite dining room also opens to a lovely side veranda, which is centered by a fabulous stone fountain and has Pennsylvania Bluestone decking. Perfect for entertaining, the dining room also opens to a large paneled den, which is crowned by a beamed ceiling with bead boards and is also centered by a granite-surrounded wood-burning fireplace, which has a raised hearth and a wood carved mantle. The raised hearth encompasses the entire wall and features love seating with cushioning and built-in storage. Built-ins reveal a hidden flat screen TV above the fireplace as well as abundant storage in the den. Additionally, the den is open to a professional chef’s granite kitchen, which showcases bay windows, premier stainless steel appliances, including SubZero, Viking, Thermador and Bosch, an oversized island with stainless steel counters and a large breakfast bar, paneled glass top cabinets, a white farm sink, oversized wine cooler and a walk-in pantry with a stainless steel electric oven and an ice maker. A door leads to the outdoors. A spacious guest bedroom is located on the first level and is appointed with two large closets and an elegant full marble bath. A marble powder room rounds out the first floor. Speakers for selected sound are throughout the house. Second level of living is equally impressive. Ascending the staircase, first stop is an oversized library or game room, which boasts a wall of built-in bookcases, a desk area, two closets and windows with providing an abundance of light. The luxurious master suite’s credentials include an oversized bedroom trimmed with deep molding, gleaming hardwoods, clerestory windows, two large closets and a gorgeous limestone bath, featuring a bay window with electrically operated privacy windows, hand-finished walls, his and her sinks with a vanity desk area, a jetted tub, separate double shower and a huge walk-in closet. A large private balcony is appointed with a stone wood-burning fireplace with chimney wall and looks down to the fabulous backyard and pool. The adjoining two bedrooms are generous-sized and feature hardwood floors, plantation shutters, large closets and are served by an elegant hall bath with fabulous white Carrera marble and white subway tiles. Fully-equipped, the utility room houses built-ins with a stainless steel counter, a large sink area, wine cooler and a stackable full-size washer and dryer. Outside, the spectacular backyard grounds and pool is an entertaining utopia! Setting the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining, a columned covered terrace is highlighted by a stone wood-burning fireplace with chimney wall, a bead board ceiling with an oversized iron chandelier and canvas awnings, Pennsylvania Bluestone decking and a large sitting area. The terrace also overlooks incredible views of a fabulous pool and spa with fountains and an additional uncovered terrace area. A MosquitoNix Misting System has also been installed to serve the backyard grounds. With access to the landscaped yard, terrace, side veranda and pool, the two-story guest house showcases a first floor living room-game room, which is capped by a cross-beamed ceiling with bead boards and also features slate floors and double French doors, with phantom screens, opening to the pool area and terrace. The game room is conveniently served by a full wet bar, limestone trimmed with stainless combination appliances, bar seating and a limestone powder room. The second floor reveals a spacious bedroom, which is replete with bay windows, hardwoods, plantation shutters and two closets. The nearby hall bath is accented with limestone counters, white subway tiled walls and ceramic tile flooring and a soaking tub. The adjacent exercise room boasts hardwoods, a mirrored wall with ballet barre, two closets, and a flat screen TV. The attached two-car oversized garage has abundant storage and an automatic gate completes this stunning residence. Additional amenities include: gas lamps, a wood, stone, brick and iron fence, ceiling fans, phantom screens, abundant storage and a security and sprinkler system.

3500 Dartmouth Avenue

April 27, 2012

Stunning French Stone Residence in Old Highland Park on a 99′-Wide Corner Lot

Situated in prestigious Old Highland Park on a 99′-wide corner lot, this stunning French residence with a stone exterior and slate roof has fabulous drive-up appeal. Showcasing every possible amenity, the design elements in this spectacular residence are unparalleled. Details include 11-foot ceilings downstairs, spacious entertaining rooms, gleaming wide plank hardwood floors, wrought iron detailing, deep molding, custom lighting and fabulous marble, granite, limestone and travertine throughout. The approximately 8,935-square foot, three story home offers seven bedrooms, seven full and two-half baths, eight entertaining areas, two dining areas, an elevator, three interior fireplaces, three wet bars, a balcony, covered terrace, pool, three-car garage and an automatic gate. The three-story manse is in immaculate, move in condition with the space, finish and amenities sought by any discerning buyer.

Through the double wood-and-glass doors, the exquisite two-story entrance hall gleans with an oversized iron chandelier trimmed with deep molding and handsome wide plank hardwood patterned floors, whose texture is deftly highlighted by a gorgeous spiral stairway with wrought iron-and-wood balusters leading upstairs to the second level. An iron-grilled balcony also looks down to the first floor. Graceful arches properly accent entry to the formal areas, where ornately carved molding and wide plank hardwood floors continue, and floor-to-ceiling windows provide scenic views of the front landscaped grounds. Graced by beautiful Fortuny wall coverings, the spacious dining room also features wainscoting, dual brass chandeliers and flows through a butler’s pantry to the kitchen. Centered by a hand carved cast stone wood-burning fireplace, with a limestone surround, the exquisite living room features hand finished walls and also flows through arched entries to a richly paneled study. Floor-to-ceiling windows trimmed with molding suffuse the stylish space with natural light, capturing the textures of the patinaed hardwoods. Capped by an ornately carved paneled cross-beamed ceiling, the space is also appointed with a wall of built-ins with bookshelves and a ladder. From the gallery, arched columns lead to the oversized great room, which is the heart of the home and showcases two living areas, both with cast stone wood-burning fireplaces flanked by furniture niches and French doors opening to the covered terrace overlooking the gorgeous backyard and pool. The main living area is crowned by a two-story vaulted beamed ceiling along with a pair of iron-grilled Juliet balconies looking down to the first level. Conveniently serving the area is a granite trimmed wet bar, which boasts an antique copper bar sink, a stainless steel wine cooler and ice maker, bar serving area and an adjacent marble powder room. The great room also flows to a professional chef’s kitchen, which is appointed with richly stained custom cabinetry, granite counters with a glass subway-tiled backsplash, premier Viking and Miele stainless steel appliances, an expansive island with an antique copper farm sink and a breakfast bar, a large walk-in pantry, butler’s pantry and a large breakfast area, with dual wrought iron chandeliers. The kitchen also flows to an office with French doors and built-ins. Additionally, wrought iron-and-wood French doors allow entrance to an oversized private guest suite, which houses a sitting area, full marble bath with a large walk-in closet, and also has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the backyard. An elevator serves the first and second levels. For added convenience, a fully equipped utility room, with granite counters and travertine floors, mud nook, and a pool bath round out the first floor.

Second level of living is equally impressive. The luxurious master suite’s credentials include an oversized master suite with a private entry opening to an expansive L-shaped balcony, with wrought iron balusters and slate flooring, a sitting area and a gorgeous limestone bath, which is graced with an elegant dome ceiling with a wrought iron chandelier, his and her richly stained vanities, a soaking tub, separate double shower and his and her huge walk-in closets. The adjoining five bedrooms range in size and style, and all with large walk-in closets and full elegant baths with granite, marble or limestone. A fifth bedroom is located on the third floor, which boasts a vaulted ceiling, large walk-in closet and a full granite bath. Perfect for relaxation, the spacious media room showcases professional projection equipment, a theater screen and a distinctive marble trimmed wet bar, which includes an antique copper bar sink and a stainless steel refrigerator. Down the hall is a game room, which has two spacious living areas and is served by a wet bar, with granite counters, an antique copper bar sink and a stainless steel refrigerator. French doors open to the balcony and look down to the gorgeous backyard and pool. Adjacent is a second utility room, which may also be used as a housekeeper’s office. The space is oversized and features marble counters and limestone floors, a white farm sink, expansive counter space, a desk area, utility closet and room for a full size front loading washer and dryer.

Outside, the spectacular backyard grounds and pool is an entertaining utopia! The expansive L-shaped covered terrace showcases graceful stone arched entries, Pennsylvania Bluestone and limestone decking, a cast stone wood-burning fireplace, with a raised hearth, and a built-in stainless steel grill. The terrace also overlooks incredible views of a stunning pool and spa with fountains and a huge verdant landscaped backyard. A three-car attached garage, with cedar doors, abundant built-ins and French doors opening to the pool, and an automatic gate complete this fabulous residence. Additional amenities include: sound system speakers, copper gutters, ceiling fans, a stone, iron and wood fence, plantation shutters, abundant storage, and a sprinkler and security system.

3220 BEVERLY DRIVE

March 30, 2012

Situated on a 195′-foot deep lot in prestigious Highland Park within the award-winning Armstrong School District, this wonderful, completely remodeled 1920’s Country French residence has fabulous drive-up appeal. Details include high ceilings, spacious entertaining rooms, custom stucco walls, stained brick and hand-scraped hardwood floors, deep moldings, and architectural, recessed and decorative lighting throughout. The two-story home offers approximately 3,594 square feet, four bedrooms and three full and one-half baths, two entertaining areas, two dining areas, a covered patio, guest quarters, pool and a two-car garage.

Enter through double wood doors into an inviting front foyer, noting the tray ceiling accented with a decorative chandelier, stained brick flooring, plantation shutters and a coat closet. The entry flows into an impressive L-shaped gallery, opening to both the rear of the home and to the elegant formal rooms. Designed for great entertaining flow, the spacious formal rooms boast gleaming hand-scraped hardwood floors, deep moldings and also provide views of the front landscaped grounds. Centered by a wood-burning fireplace, with a slate surround, a wood-carved mantle, and flanked by art niches, the living room flows through graceful arches into the dining room. The light-filled dining room is appointed with an iron chandelier and art niches with built-in storage areas also flows into the kitchen. Completely remodeled, the gourmet kitchen is crowned by a wood-beamed ceiling and also showcases hand-scraped hardwood floors, richly-stained custom cabinetry, granite counters with a tumbled marble backsplash, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances and a farm sink, an island with a bar sink and breakfast bar, two wrought iron chandeliers, and a built-in flat screen television. A see-through window also looks into the family room. Capped by a wood-beamed ceiling, the large family room is highlighted by a wood-burning fireplace with a raised hearth, stained brick floors and also overlooks the outdoor patio. Conveniently serving the area is a fully-equipped wet bar, which houses richly-stained custom cabinetry, granite counters with a tumbled marble backsplash, and a stainless steel bar sink, ice maker and wine cooler refrigerator. Providing an abundance of natural light, French doors line the gallery area and open to the entertaining backyard. A staircase leads upstairs to the second level and a half-bath completes the first floor.

In addition to the three upstairs bedrooms and three full baths, the spacious master suite’s credentials include a tray ceiling, a wood-burning fireplace with a raised hearth, plantation shutters, and gleaming hardwood floors. An incredible spa-like master bath features slate walls and Bali rock floors, a soaking tub, separate steam shower, pedestal sink, and a skylight. Adjacent to the bath is a vanity desk area with built-ins, and a large walk-in closet. The bedroom next to the master has been converted into an additional master closet, which includes a tray ceiling, custom built-ins, carpeting, plantation shutters and two large closets. This room can easily be converted back into a bedroom if needed. The additional two bedrooms are generous-sized and also include tray ceilings, two large closets, plantation shutters, as well as hardwood floors. One of the bedrooms features a gorgeous white marble bath with a jetted tub. A hall bath with ceramic tile serves the additional bedrooms. Additionally, a utility closet provides room for a full-size washer and dryer.

The outdoor living space is perfect for entertaining. Marked by wood-beamed columns and fencing, a covered patio has wood decking, ceiling fans and also overlooks a fabulous salt-water pool with spa and a large uncovered patio area with Oklahoma Mountain Gold flagstone. A two-car garage, with abundant storage, has guest quarters or a cabana attached. The guest quarters include a living area/bedroom with Spanish tile floors, deep moldings, a ceiling fan, sound system speakers, and a full bath with closet. Additional amenities include: plantation shutters, ceiling fans, a wood-and-stucco fence, and a security and sprinkler system.

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