Updike Pugh

Discover the heart of this neighborhood through its cherished 4th of July parade, a tradition that has brought the community together since 1962. This year's theme, 'Party Like It's 1776,' celebrates America's 250th birthday.

The Katy Trail Effect. Why trails move property values.

This is number 7 in our series on the factors that drive Dallas home prices. Trail access is one buyers consistently pay a premium for. Walkability, recreation, and green space all feed into perceived value, and the data backs it up.

If your home sits near a trail or greenbelt, that location is working for you. We help sellers understand exactly how much.

Watch the reel, then reach out if you want a real number on your home.

(214) 597-7229 | (972) 762-2722

Updike Pugh, Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate

Price reduction at 1011 Walford Drive, Forney. Now $560,000.

We asked what it felt like to live here, and the answers tell the story better than any feature list. This is a home where memories got made. Dual primary suites give you flexibility most homes in this range cannot match, and Devonshire is the kind of neighborhood people put down roots in.

Watch the video, then come see it in person. We will walk you through every room.

(214) 597-7229 | (972) 762-2722

Updike Pugh, Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate

Step inside a flawlessly reimagined 1968 East Dallas ranch! 🌳✨

Welcome to 10919 Ridgemeadow Drive. Listed by Rebecca Levy, this stunning 2,253-square-foot property is a masterclass in professional, design-level renovation, sitting beneath a gorgeous mature oak tree canopy.

Why this unique layout completely works:

📐 C-Shaped Architecture: A fluid floor plan built entirely around indoor-outdoor living connectivity.

💡 Unified Finishes: Impeccable attention to detail where every light fixture, custom plumbing trim, and framing option sings the exact same song.

🛌 Primary Retreat: Features a spa-like bath with three-sconce accent lighting, framed floating mirrors, and direct access to a private covered patio.

This turnkey home is the perfect mix of mid-century architectural bone and upscale contemporary finish.

👉 View full pricing details, neighborhood mapping, and all interior photos here:
https://www.updikepugh.com/realestate/details/108367938/10919-ridgemeadow-drive-dallas-tx-75218

Want to see more home walkthroughs? Check out the full high-definition episode feature on our channel right now! 🔗🎥

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East Dallas isn't slowing down—it's normalizing at record speeds. 📊⚡

If you're looking to buy in 75218, you need to hear this. The median days on market just took a 33% dive down to a mere 10 days. That is the fastest sales velocity this ZIP code has tracked in a decade.

With sellers pulling in 98% of their initial list price, the room for negotiation is tight. If you want to land a home in dominant spots like Old Lake Highlands or Casa Linda, you have to come to the table focused with a highly strategic agent.

Want the complete macroeconomic market data for DFW? The newest episode of Sold with Updike Pugh is live right now! Head over to the link in our bio to stream it. 🎧✨

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Price just dropped on 1011 Walford Drive in Forney. Now listed at $560,000.

5 bedrooms. 5 full baths. 3,765 square feet. Two living areas. A 3-car garage. And a backyard with a timber pergola, built-in grill, and bar-top seating already in place.

The layout is built for real life. Primary suite downstairs. A second primary upstairs. A study next to a full bath that converts easily to a 6th bedroom. Hardwood floors through every downstairs living area. Floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. Kitchen with granite counters, gas cooktop, and a huge island.

The yard has room for a pool and still room for a yard. The community adds a pool, clubhouse, and tennis courts.

Forney ISD. $148 per square foot. Ready now.
Call Jeff at 214-597-7229 or Weston at 972-762-2722.

Why is the East Dallas housing market moving faster than it has in an entire decade?

In this episode of Sold with Updike Pugh, Jeff Updike and Weston Pugh break down the incredible real estate acceleration happening right now in the highly popular 75218 ZIP code. We unpack the latest market data to show why a massive 33% drop in median days on market has left buyers with just a 10-day window to lock in properties, pushing sellers closer than ever to fetching full list price with minimal room for negotiation.

We also take you on an exclusive tour of a gorgeous, completely reimagined 1968 ranch-style estate located at 10919 Ridgemeadow Drive. Listed by Rebecca Levy, this 2,253-square-foot home is priced at $849,900 and showcases true top-tier, design-level renovations. From its classic C-shaped floor plan that smoothly wraps into an expansive courtyard under a mature oak tree canopy, to custom light fixtures, framed bathroom mirrors, and a beautiful master retreat that leads out onto a pristine covered patio layout, this turnkey home highlights exactly what premium renovations look like in East Dallas.

Finally, in Homeownership 101, we pull back the curtain on the White Rock Lake Master Plan. If you think city infrastructure projects are just park news, think again—this is massive real estate news. We map out how major multi-million dollar investments into shoreline stabilization, trail expansions, and elevated boardwalks create permanent, structural surges in surrounding neighborhood property values, much like we saw with Klyde Warren Park and the Katy Trail.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ The 75218 Market Watch: Decoding the rapid 10-day market pace and why 30 closed sales indicate normal market activity.
✅ Property Spotlight: A walkthrough of the architectural fluidity and unified finishes at 10919 Ridgemeadow Drive, credited to Rebecca Levy.
✅ Local East Dallas Lore: A look at competitive rowing clubs on White Rock Lake and the historic Lakewood 4th of July Parade.
✅ The Saturday Local Market: Artisanal vendors and fresh produce shopping right off Old Gate Lane.
✅ City Master Plans: How long-term urban commitments shield and accelerate your home equity over the next 10 years.

👉 View full property details, pricing history, and all interior photos here:
https://www.updikepugh.com/realestate/details/108367938/10919-ridgemeadow-drive-dallas-tx-75218

10 days. That is all the time buyers have in East Dallas right now. ⏱️📊

We are opening up Episode 345 with a look at the lightning-fast numbers taking over the 75218 ZIP code—marking the fastest sales pace this neighborhood has tracked in over ten years!

Here is your sneak peek at what we’re breaking down:

📉 The 75218 Pulse: Why a 33% drop in days on market is forcing buyers to put down their strongest offers immediately.

🏡 Property Tour: 10919 Ridgemeadow Drive—a beautifully reimagined 1968 ranch featuring unified design-level finishes and a private patio courtyard.

🌳 The Infrastructure Play: Why the upcoming White Rock Lake Master Plan is secretly the biggest real estate news of the year.

The full episode drops soon! Tap the link in our bio to subscribe so you can catch the full market and architectural overview. 🔗🎙️

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5205 Royal Lane isn't just a house. It's the one people drive by and wonder about.

Weston and I are proud to bring this Russwood Acres gem to market. We're talking a beautifully renovated home in one of Northwest Dallas's most sought-after neighborhoods — the kind of property that doesn't come along often and doesn't sit long when it does.

If you've been waiting for something special, this is it.

📍 5205 Royal Lane, Dallas TX

📞 Call or DM us to schedule a private showing.

In case you missed it — this one's worth a listen.

We did a full episode on the recent HUD guideline changes around emotional support animals, and it's generating a lot of questions from buyers and sellers alike.

The rules have shifted. What landlords can ask. What documentation actually qualifies. Where the line is between an ESA and a pet — and why it matters in a real estate transaction.

If you own a home, rent one out, or are in the middle of a purchase, this affects you more than you might think.

🎧 Catch up on the latest episode of SOLD with Updike Pugh — link in the comments.