Open Houses to Check Out April 23-24

Ready to settle down into your dream home? Read on for the amazing open houses happening this weekend, and put your search to an end.

Saturday

11215 Saint Judes Dr., Dallas. Soaring ceilings and walls of glass create dramatic rooms in a one-story home that’s modern in design while warmed by natural light. Each room seems to be part of the adjoining outside spaces that are filled with lush landscaping and heritage trees. The large, welcoming entry opens to a dining room with two large window-walls and an open living room with fireplace, wet bar with ice maker and fridge, and great views of the pool and screened porch. The primary bedroom features a fireplace and sitting area with glass doors that open to the pool area. The kitchen opens to a family room and a quiet garden. Two short blocks from the Northaven Trail. Four bedrooms/ three-and-a-half baths. $1.4 million. Schools: Schools: Preston Hollow Elementary, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, Hillcrest High, Our Redeemer, Christ the King Elementary, Heritage School of Texas, Wesley Prep, St. Marks. Open house: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

4558 Hockaday Dr., Dallas. This stunning home is on a large corner lot, heavily treed, and in a desirable neighborhood. From the vaulted great room to the open-concept kitchen and dining room, there is room for the whole family to enjoy. Energy-efficient windows provide an abundance of natural light and ventilation. Kitchen includes a beverage center, walk-in pantry, stainless steel Wi-Fi appliances, and plenty of storage. The main bedroom suite features a sitting area, TV alcove, two large walk-in closets, and a luxurious spa-retreat bathroom with a garden just off the private deck. Five bedrooms/ four baths. $1.6 million. Schools: Harry C. Withers Elementary, Prestonwood Montessori at E.D. Walker, E.D. Walker Middle School, W.T. White High School, Good Shepherd Episcopal School, Grace Academy, Hockaday, St. Rita, Lamplighter, Jesuit. Open house: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

4200 Caruth Blvd., University Park. Gorgeous home at the northwest corner of Caruth and Westchester. Formals flank a nice, wide entry to this well-maintained home with its open concept for great entertaining. The large family room with fireplace and wet bar flows easily into the spacious breakfast room and chef’s kitchen with its attractive island. An oversized butler’s pantry shares the hallway with the walk-in pantry leading to the fabulous formal dining room. Two staircases lead to the second floor with the primary suite, three bedrooms, enormous game room, large bonus room and laundry room. The corner location and large windows provide abundant light to brighten your day. Five bedrooms/ four-and-a-half baths. $2.5 million. Schools: Hyer Elementary, McCulloch Intermediate, Highland Park Middle School, Highland Park High School, Christ the King, Providence Christian School. Open house: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Sunday

5460 Northbrook Dr., Dallas. In a park-like setting, this charming Austin stone home offers over 7,000 square feet of living space with four bedrooms down, one bedroom and bath up, and five living areas. Gorgeous grounds with pool, sports court, and guesthouse. A den, media-game room, and large office-sitting room adjacent to primary down with his-and-hers baths. Exercise-yoga room, separate guest house with two bedrooms, kitchen, and two-car attached garage. This unique property provides an opportunity to leverage the existing house into something even more special, or build on this incredible lot in the Dentwood Estate Addition. Five bedrooms/ six-and-a-half baths. $3.3 million. Schools: Pershing Elementary, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, Hillcrest High, Dealey Montessori/Vanguard, St. Mark’s, The Winston School, Grace Academy, The Lamplighter School, Hockaday, Good Shepherd Episcopal, Ursuline. Open house: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

5522 Druid Lane, Dallas. Cute starter home in Greenway Crest. Sellers have remodel plans available for ideas or can be used for a buyer’s remodel. Located five minutes walking to Inwood Village with dozens of Park Cities’ favorite restaurants like Inwood Movie Theater, Trader Joe’s Grocery, Eatzi’s Market and Bakery, Starbucks, La La Land Kind Cafe, plus plenty of great shopping. Two bedrooms/ one bath. $789,500. Schools: Maple Lawn Elementary, Medrano Middle School, Thomas Jefferson High, Wesley Prep, K.B. Polk Center for the Academically Talented and Gifted, Longfellow Middle School, Providence Christian School. Open house: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

6613 Forest Creek Dr., Dallas. Rare opportunity in sought-out, quiet cul-de-sac in a superior location. This exquisite traditional-style home offers beauty, comfort, charm, and space. The kitchen boasts a custom Renaissance backsplash and quartzite countertops. A fully-redone primary bath features a steam shower, marble floors, handmade Renaissance tile, and Murano glass chandelier from Italy and museum finished walls. Three wet bars, five fireplaces. Hand-scraped hardwoods. Huge media room for game day and movie night. Off the chart cabana with full bath, full kitchen with dishwasher, warming drawer, oven refrigerator, ice maker, beer tap, fireplace, and big-screen TV. A full generator supports the entire home. Beautiful landscape lighting. Six bedrooms/ six-and-a-half baths. Schools: Pershing Elementary, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, Hillcrest High, Dealey Montessori/Vanguard, St. Mark’s, The Winston School, Grace Academy, The Lamplighter School, Hockaday, Good Shepherd Episcopal, Ursuline. Open house: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.