Open Houses to Check Out July 23-24

Escape these triple-digit temperatures and find respite in one of these beautiful homes this weekend.

Saturday

4532 Normandy Ave, University Park. Exceptional home in University Park with the finest schools and city services. Step inside to three stories of serene interiors featuring gleaming hardwoods and elevator service to all floors. Two lush terraces and a sunny second-story terrace off of the primary suite. His-and-her baths as well as a generous closet complete the primary suite. The kitchen will delight the most avid of cooks. Secondary bedrooms are all en suite, one being on the first level. Large media-playroom. Wonderful outdoor spaces surrounded by outstanding, thoughtfully manicured homes. Four bedrooms/ four baths. $1.8 million. Schools: Bradfield Elementary, McCulloch Intermediate, Highland Park Middle School, Highland Park High School, Christ the King, Providence Christian School. Open house: Saturday and Sunday, 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

4524 Emerson Ave., Apt. 1, University Park. This beautiful property is the largest in the complex. End location offers windows on three sides for great natural light and easy access to the two-car attached garage. Well built with solid core doors throughout. The balcony off the dining area offers sunset views. Improvements include new refrigerator, HVAC for first and second floors, garage door springs, carpet, wallpaper, draperies, drawer pulls, kitchen-bath pulls, and more. Bike to Bradfield, MIS-HPMS. Walk to HPHS, Germany Park, restaurants, and shops on Lovers Lane. Four bedrooms/ four baths. $1 million. Schools: Bradfield Elementary, McCulloch Intermediate, Highland Park Middle School, Highland Park High School, Christ the King, Providence Christian School. Open house: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

3371 Regent Dr., Dallas. Beautiful home with first-floor bedroom with separate entrance. The game room boasts a custom-built bar and iron spiral staircase. Upstairs home office and bath with custom cabinetry. Passive solar designed. Glass blocks provide natural light in this mid-century modern home. Three outdoor areas plus an upstairs balcony overlooking the large backyard. A winter water garden with a fireplace joins the Zen garden leading to the Hibachi-covered grilling area with sitting. Large backyard with a built-in high-top stone seating area with stainless wet bar. Five bedrooms/ three baths. $1.1 million. Schools: DeGolyer Elementary, Marsh Preparatory, Prestonwood Montessori at E.D. Walker Middle School, W.T. White High, Good Shepherd Episcopal School, Holy Cross Lutheran School, Hockaday, Lamplighter, Episcopal School of Dallas. Open houses: Saturday 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., and Sunday, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

4342 Margate Dr., Dallas. Stunning home featuring dramatic curved staircase and wood flooring. Formal dining and living rooms, upstairs media and game rooms, and a wet bar. The kitchen features white tile and gray granite, equipped with two Sub-Zero refrigerators, two ovens, a warming drawer, a walk-in pantry, and a spacious island. Large pool, covered cabana, built-in barbecue grills, and outdoor fireplace. Four beds/ seven baths. Schools:  K.B. Polk Center for Academically Talented and Gifted, Medrano Middle School, Thomas Jefferson High School, Wesley Prep. Open house: 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

3983 Rochelle Dr., Dallas. A modern and sophisticated dream home, with standing seam metal roof and siding nestled in transitioned, sought-after Midway Hollow. Home features top-of-the-line finish-outs, modern vaulted ceilings, and clean lines throughout. Each space was thoughtfully curated with a refined eye for design. The stunning kitchen boasts upscale appliances with a quartz counter and an Italian-made porcelain backsplash. Primary retreat with boutique-style walk-in closet & spa-like bath. Easy entertaining area in the spacious side yard. The living room offers cast stone surrounded wood burning fireplace. Five bedrooms/ six baths. $2 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: Saturday and Sunday 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Sunday

4405 Colgate Ave., Dallas. Simply adorable Cape Cod-style family home with primary suite and two additional bedrooms down, plus a fourth bedroom and bath upstairs that could also be used as the primary. Two living areas, two dining areas, a large utility room, and a convenient mudroom storage area. Lovely kitchen with stainless steel Viking appliances and granite countertops. The covered patio and open patio overlook a large turfed backyard. Very recent updates include a new driveway, fresh paint throughout, new carpet, landscaping, flagstone patio, and much more. Four bedrooms/ three baths. $1.5 million. Schools: Hyer Elementary, McCulloch Intermediate, Highland Park Middle School, Highland Park High School, Christ the King, Providence Christian School. Open house: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.