Posts Tagged ‘Downtown Dallas condos’

Downtown Dallas Condos: What’s Hot for 2010

Friday, January 15th, 2010

If you want a sure bet, head to downtown Dallas and check out the exceptional real estate found there. The downtown Dallas condo market has certainly seen better days (and let’s face, who hasn’t?), but it is still one of the most sought-after areas for exceptional condominium residences in Dallas.

Downtown Dallas condos have it all, from location and sights to business opportunities and plenty of entertainment; so it’s no wonder that some of the hottest condos in Dallas can be found in the downtown area:

  • Bryan Street Station – As one of the newest developments to grace the downtown Dallas condo market, Bryan Street Station is an affordable community with fabulous views of the downtown Dallas skyline. These one and two-bedroom condominium homes, which are reasonably priced from the mid $120,000s, enjoy plenty of amenities and features, including: a gated parking garage; 10-foot ceilings and large, open floor plans; home security systems; natural hardwood floors; spacious, walk-in closets; and GE appliances. Twenty-nine luxury lofts are found at Bryan Street Station, each one with a gourmet kitchen, soaring, oak ceilings and antique brick walls.
  • Buzz Lofts – The Buzz Lofts are the epitome of all that is hip and cool about downtown Dallas condos. These 48 residences features beautiful loft designs, dynamic architectural qualities and modern conveniences, as well as exceptional downtown Dallas skyline views. Some of the features found throughout the Buzz Lofts include: sleek interiors; IKEA fixtures; bamboo floors; and a water reclamation system for irrigation.
  • SoCo Lofts – Urban contemporary design is alive and well at SoCo Lofts. The beautiful design, cutting-edge architecture and unmatched Dallas views can be found at SoCo Lofts, along with great amenities, such as a parking garage, a rooftop swimming pool and a state-of-the-art fitness center. SoCo Lofts feature affordably priced homes with one, two, three or four bedrooms, all of which enjoy a superb location in the heart of downtown Dallas.
  • South Ervay Lofts – The one and two-bedroom lofts of South Ervay Lofts are beautifully renovated with only the most luxurious amenities and interiors. From the concrete countertops and gourmet kitchens to the open floor plans and the stainless steel appliances, no detail has been left unattended at South Ervay Lofts. Some of the features of the condo residences of South Ervay Lofts include: birch cabinetry, master bedroom retreats, oversized slate showers and hardwood floors.

Downtown Dallas Condo HOA Fees: What you Need to Know

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

If you are considering a move into one of the fabulous Downtown Dallas condos, you will likely encounter HOA fees. Your HOA fees are perhaps just as important as the sales price of your condo, so it is imperative to have a full understanding of what they are and what they entail.

What are HOA fees?

Homeowners Association fees, better known as HOA fees, are fees that are collected from homeowners of a condominium complex. These fees may be collected on a monthly, weekly or annual basis, depending on the downtown Dallas condo in which you reside.

What do HOA fees cover?

One of the reasons why it is so important to do your homework regarding the HOA fees for the condominium building in which you want to reside is because they can cover a wide variety of expenses. Typically, however, HOA fees cover the master insurance, the exterior and interior maintenance, landscaping, water, sewage, and refuse costs.

They may also pay for amenities and services of the downtown Dallas condo building in which you live, including a swimming pool, a party room, valet service, concierge service, and a fitness center, just to name a few.

How are HOA fees determined?

HOA fees are generally determined by the building’s board or directors and often re-evaluated on a yearly basis.

How are HOA fees paid?

HOA fees are generally paid through your mortgage payments, thereby making the process of tending to these payments hassle-free.

Do HOA fees cover large repairs on the building?

Generally not. You may also be expected to pay for “special assessments” when unexpected communal expenses arise. This may include replacing the roof, for example.

Paying for HOA fees may have a large impact on your overall housing budget, so it is important to understand what you will be paying in HOA fees every month, and to also be aware that these fees can increase – often significantly – during the time you are residing in the home.

HOA fees can range anywhere from a couple hundred dollars to more than $500 per month, depending on the downtown Dallas condo building, so keep these fees in mind when you are shopping for your next condominium home.

VIP Realty on T.V. – Downtown Dallas Condos

Saturday, October 4th, 2008

Over the past few months, VIP Realty has been getting an enormous amount of attention. Not only locally, but nationally from T.V. networks looking for insight into the Dallas real estate market. Initially VIP Realty was approached by TLC’s highly-rated real estate show, MY FIRST HOME. The show was gearing up for its third season. TLC was looking for camera-friendly Dallas Realtors and their compelling first time home buyers to participate in a 30-minute episode, set to air in the beginning of 2009. (It was free advertising for our office and our agents involved, so needless to say, it is an amazing opportunity!!) Shawna King, our Sr. Condo specialist was contacted by Channel 33 yesterday to give her insight into the Downtown Dallas Condo market, however she was unable to attend the taping of the news show due to prior client commitments ( our clients come first, even over our 15 minutes of fame). She immediately contacted another of our Sr. Buyers Agents, Adrienne Gill to assist in the taping of the show.

I’d like to thank Adrienne for the terriffic job, as well as channel 33! You can visit their website @ www . the33tv.com.

The Allure of Dallas Condos

Friday, June 20th, 2008

Take a look at the gorgeous condos available in the greater Dallas area. You’ll find everything from studios to condos suited for a family. All it takes is a good real estate agent to steer you on your way. One of the best things about condos in Dallas is that they offer location, location, location – but they also offer great value for your housing dollar. One of the biggest draws to having a condo is that you don’t have to mow a lawn or do yard work, but you can grow flowers on your patio!

From the Old………

One of the most appealing things about condos in Dallas is that you can find a loft that links the “old Dallas” to the new. Imagine exploring history with your children in your very own piece of the past! Canton Lofts offer the perspective of an older, quieter, place in time combined with a modern exercise facility and an incredible swimming pool, hot tub, and spa.

To the New……..

The Museum Towers offers incredible high rise living, all the amenities, and spectacular views you can only find in a 42 story building! This new complex offers a glass tower, and ground-level swimming pool and public gardens. Near the Sculpture Center and the Opera, you can’t ask for anything more than this style, style, style!

What are you Waiting For?

Leave yard work to the maintenance crew while you enjoy the view, the galleries and museums, and the close proximity to all the amenities you can desire. With a limited commute, you’ll find you have time to visit some of Dallas’s attractions, like the Arboretum. Enjoy the spectacular display of blooms while you contemplate the beauty of nature. Enjoy the best that Dallas has to offer in a wide variety of Dallas Condo homes. Find yourself a good real estate agent, and start making plans to enjoy the view, the pool, and your new life! Whether you get your exercise in a gorgeous, modern gym or by swimming laps in one of the nicest pools around, you’ll find yourself relaxing in your new home, sooner than you think.

Dallas Downtown Condos – Now is the Time!

Thursday, April 24th, 2008

The kids are off at school, you just got that promotion, you and your partner are moving to Dallas and you like the idea of being right in the middle of it all. The reason doesn’t matter, but the location, location, location does!

Downtown condos are booming. From modest budgets to the mansion in the sky, Dallas has the downtown condo home to fit your needs. Dallas Real Estate agents know their way around the city and know all the best of the best for the newest condos.

Mid to high rises, stripped down and waiting for you to re-design, or tricked to the nines with all the polish you’d expect from Dallas, Texas. It doesn’t matter what you’re looking for. With just minutes to the business center, to the theater, museums, art galleries, night life, you’ll find all you want and much, much more in Dallas Condo homes. All it takes is a good real estate agent to help you find exactly what you have in mind.

Have a look at Museum Tower. It’s ultra sleek and modern. Perhaps you prefer a bare bones loft that is just waiting for you to try out your refurbishing ideas. Maybe an old-fashioned duplex condo is more what you have in mind. Regardless, don’t let the grass grow under your feet, let some one else deal with that. You’re moving to a condo! You’ll be leaving the yard work to the maintenance team while you lounge by the pool.

Lovely Lofts in Downtown Dallas

Monday, March 3rd, 2008

Downtown Dallas living has something to offer no matter what lifestyle you want…lofts, apartments, high-rise condos, townhouses, and Brownstones all can be found. No matter what you are looking for, Downtown Dallas real estate is diverse enough for you to find it.

Lofts offer their own special brand of living. Wide open spaces combined with breathtaking views cannot be surpassed. Downtown Dallas has many different lofts to offer those who prefer an edgier, more artsy way of life.

SoCo Lofts

These loft homes in the heart of Downtown’s most popular neighborhood offer one to four bedrooms with an urban design best described as “cutting edge.” With ceilings up to 30 feet high, amenities include a rooftop pool, sundeck, and grilling area, underground parking, secured access, a 24-hour state of the art fitness center, guest parking, self storage, and no city or county taxes until 2013. This building is a renovated warehouse and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Feel the “Buzz”

The Buzz lofts are really creating a stir in the Downtown Dallas real estate market. This building of modern design offers 48 loft condominiums featuring IKEA fixtures and spectacular city views. Each owner has the option of choosing an all-electric Moped for cruising around town. These lofts look like they are going to be popular, and twenty of them have already been reserved.

West End Lofts

These luxury lofts feature oak ceilings and antiqued brick walls. A gourmet kitchen finishes off the look of these timeless downtown residences. Walk to restaurants, shops, and galleries from this convenient location.

Loft living provides you with open spaces and beautiful vistas that you may never before have appreciated. Take a look at one of these magnificent properties and see for yourself just how exciting a loft can be.