White Rock Lake is a 1,015 acre city lake located approximately 5 miles northeast of downtown Dallas. White Rock is one of the most heavily used parks in the Dallas Park system and is the location of many special events and runs. White Rock Lake offers a variety of active and passive activity options and […]

With all the great restaurants in East Dallas, picking the perfect Date Night restaurant can be quite a task! We’ve narrowed it down to our 15 Favorite Date Nights in East Dallas, with a little info about what makes each one great.   (Updated.) 1. Smoky Rose Located across from the Arboretum, Smoky Rose is a […]

With so many fabulous restaurants in East Dallas it’s possible to eat at a different spot every night of the week, but it’s no secret that those dinner bills can swell out of control once a few drinks hit the tab. Fortunately, there are numerous BYOB restaurants in East Dallas. Below, we’ve compiled a comprehensive […]

With the start of the New Year, thoughts naturally turn to change. If one of your New Year’s Resolutions is to sell your home, then making the right resolutions can help you sell your home quickly and for the best possible return. Top 7 New Year’s Resolutions for Home Sellers Move Up Spring Cleaning.  Time […]

East Dallas residents treasure the charm and historic architecture of their neighborhoods. With the intent of keeping that charm intact, many East Dallas neighborhoods are covered by preservation restrictions of varying stringency. The two main types of preservation restrictions are found in Conservation Districts and Historic Districts. Conservation Districts are zoning tools designed to help communities […]

East Dallas residents value charming historic architecture, mature trees, friendly neighbors, and walkable neighborhoods with fantastic dining, shopping, and entertainment options all within a few blocks. We’ve compiled a list of nine things we love about East Dallas, some of our favorite things that make the area such a desirable place to live! 9. Tietze […]

East Dallas is known for its exciting mix of neighborhoods, rich history, and cultural diversity. Within this larger region lies Old East Dallas, a historic subset that boasts some of the city’s oldest and most charming neighborhoods. Together we will explore the unique characteristics, historical background, and ongoing evolution of Old East Dallas. Old East […]

East Dallas residents love their dogs, and East Dallas neighborhoods are prized for their walkability, with countless fabulous restaurants just a stroll away. Whether on a special trip to the White Rock Lake dog park or just strolling your neighborhood’s tree-lined streets, grabbing a bite to eat at a truly dog-friendly East Dallas restaurant can […]

There are many ways to price a home and for many sellers their instinct is to price the home high so they have a “cushion” for negotiation. This can work, with the right buyer, but I caution my sellers against it in most every case because I have found that with pricing a home it’s […]

In the coveted neighborhoods of East Dallas, the prominence of Lakewood Elementary School in East Dallas  extends far beyond its educational prowess—it’s actively boosting local home values. As a standout among Texas schools, the recent U.S. News & World Report highlighted Lakewood Elementary, serving grades K-5, as a top 10 elementary school in the state. […]