After a Top-Down Revamp, a Midcentury Ranch House Seeks $2M in Dallas

Nestled in the shade of live oak trees, the sprawling 1950s home features extensive glazing, a chef’s kitchen, and spa-like bathroom.
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Location: 7140 Baxtershire Drive, Dallas, Texas

Price: $2,000,000

Year Built: 1955

Footprint: 4,320 square feet (five bedrooms, four and one half baths)

Lot Size: 0.39 acres

From the Agent: "Welcome to this stunning midcentury ranch featuring an elegant and modern design with exceptional attention to detail. Rebuilt in 2018, this north-facing home delivers in every way. Contemporary features and lines are balanced by the stunning live oaks and surrounding landscape. Upon entering, you will be greeted by beautiful wide-plank oak floors that add warmth and character to the entire home. The open floor plan seamlessly connects the living room, dining room, and kitchen, creating a perfect space for entertaining guests. The large windows allow natural light to flood the space, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. Custom built-ins throughout provide the home with ample storage space while adding a touch of sophistication. The spacious game room opens to the backyard with pristine landscaping, beautiful mature trees, and hardscape accents all enclosed by a privacy fence. Welcome home!"

Wide concrete pavers lead to the main entrance, where a large oak tree extends a warm welcome.

Wide concrete pavers lead to the main entrance, where a large oak tree extends a warm welcome.

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The living area features a wall of windows and a well-equipped wet bar.

The living area features a wall of windows and a well-equipped wet bar.

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The open-plan kitchen has a Bertazzoni gas range, a porcelain waterfall island, white and blue cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances.

The open-plan kitchen has a Bertazzoni gas range, a porcelain waterfall island, white and blue cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances.

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Touches of blue continue into the primary bedroom which offers direct outdoor access.

Touches of blue continue into the primary bedroom which offers direct outdoor access.

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A spacious workout room is conveniently located near a basketball pad in the backyard. 

A spacious workout room is conveniently located near a basketball pad in the backyard. 

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7140 Baxtershire Drive in Dallas, Texas, is currently listed for $2,000,000 by Nora Kutob and Lesli Levine of Sotheby's International Realty.

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