2865 Alden Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75211
3
Bed
2
Bath
1,932Sqft
0.27Acre(Lot)
Tucked privately at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this enchanting cottage feels as though it belongs somewhere far away—or perhaps in another time entirely. Warm, whimsical, and wonderfully unexpected, the home unfolds as a collection of charming spaces layered with character, European influence, and Dilbeck-inspired design elements throughout. Inside, fantastic millwork and decorative geometric wood trim take center stage, joined by original steel casement windows, exposed beams, richly toned wood paneling, scalloped built-ins, and beautifully preserved original details. There is a romantic, almost storybook quality to the architecture—a sense of craftsmanship and playfulness that recalls the work of architect Charles Dilbeck. Original bathrooms remain delightfully intact, adding another
Property Details
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Features
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Bedroom Information
Total Bedrooms: 3 Window Features: Window CoveringsBathroom Information
Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 0 -
Interior Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s),Cedar Closet(s),Decorative Lighting,Eat-in Kitchen,Loft,Multiple Staircases,Natural Woodwork,PanelingAppliances
Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Oven,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Vented Exhaust FanUtilities
City Sewer,City Water -
Cooling Features
Ceiling Fan(s),Central AirHeating Source
Central,Natural GasFireplace
Number of Fireplaces: 1 Fireplace Features: Gas,Gas Logs
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Building Information
Built Year: 1940 Roof Type: Composition -
Exterior Features
Private YardFoundation
Pillar/Post/Pier -
Laundry Features
Full Size W/D AreaPatio And Porch
Deck,Front Porch
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Lot Information
Lot Size (Acr): 0.2690 Lot Size Units: Acres Lot Size Square Feet: 11,718 Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac,Interior Lot,Irregular Lot,Landscaped,Lrg. Backyard Grass -
Property Information
SQ ft (Living Area): 1,932 Property Type: Residential Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence Architectural Style: English,Other Subdivision: Lyman City: Dallas State: Texas Directions: This property is GPS friendly Property Status: Active Exclusions: N/A Levels: Two Property Age: 86 Year Built Details: Preowned
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Listing Price Information
Original List Price: $625,000 List Price Tot SqFt: $323 -
Listing Information
Possession: Closing/Funding
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 00000330778000000 Tax Block: 4597 Tax Legal Description: BLK 4597 TR 4 ACS 0.265 404FR LYMAN Tax Lot: 4 Unexempt Taxes: $9,873
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Parking Information
Has Garage Garage Space: 1 Carport Spaces: 0 Parking Features: Asphalt,Driveway,Garage Faces Front,Garage Single Door,On Street,Tandem -
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Type: None
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School Information
Elementary School: Kahn Middle School: Raul Quintanilla High School: Sunset School District: Dallas ISD -
Utility Information
Utilities: City Sewer,City Water
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Nearby Home Value
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| 2518 Marvin Avenue, Dallas, TX, 75211 | $545,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,622 | 0.17 Acre |
| 2522 W Jefferson Boulev.., Dallas, TX, 75211 | $347,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,372 | 0.16 Acre |
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