Highland Park Homes with Garden Exterior features

Highland Park Homes with Garden Exterior features

Welcome to Highland Park, Texas – a charming enclave nestled within the heart of Dallas County, where elegance meets suburban tranquility. Renowned for its picturesque tree-lined streets and lush landscapes, Highland Park offers a unique blend of small-town charm and urban sophistication. With its prime location just minutes from the vibrant downtown Dallas, residents enjoy easy access to world-class dining, shopping, and cultural attractions, making it an ideal place to call home.

Highland Park is celebrated for its stunning architectural diversity, featuring a range of homes that showcase exquisite design and craftsmanship. Among the most sought-after properties are those with beautiful garden exteriors, where lush greenery and vibrant blooms create a serene oasis. Imagine stepping outside your door to a meticulously landscaped garden, perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings with friends and family. These homes often boast spacious yards, offering ample space for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply enjoying the Texas sunshine.

The community is also home to top-rated schools, making it an attractive destination for families seeking an enriching environment for their children. With its strong sense of community, Highland Park hosts numerous events throughout the year, fostering connections among neighbors and creating lasting memories.

Whether you’re drawn to the area’s rich history, its stunning homes with garden exteriors, or the vibrant lifestyle it offers, Highland Park is a place where dreams come to life. Explore the possibilities and discover your perfect home in this enchanting Texas gem.

Newest Highland Park Homes with Garden Exterior features

4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 21325522 MLS

This unique gem of a house is on a rare .766 acre lot with Hackberry Park and the creek for neighbors. Built in 1973, taken to the studs for a thoughtful rejuvenation in 2015, everything is top quality, and made for entertaining. The large walls can accommodate a burgeoning art collection and the windows and Crittall black steel French doors provide beautiful natural light, and make it easy to drink in the spectacular views. There are four fireplaces downstairs- one is on the front patio and another is surrounded by bookshelves in the dining room that easily seats 12. The living room has a wetbar in addition to the third fireplace and windows. Both the dining room and living room have doors opening to a patio overlooking more park space. The marble kitchen could accommodate a professional chef (and staff). The pantry-service kitchen houses the double SubZero refrigerator freezer, plus a wine cooler, pantry and counter space. The breakfast room, cloaked in Fortuny wallpaper and draperies, opens to the kitchen, and also has views of the creek and tennis court. The family room, painted a gleaming lapis blue has the fourth fireplace and lots of built ins and still more windows. All four en suite bedrooms are upstairs as is the laundry room. The primary suite with its vaulted ceiling hosts the fifth fireplace flanked by window doors leading to a balcony overlooking the creek. Just off the primary bedroom is a cozy office with built in desk. There is no shortage of closet space and separate vanities share the bath and shower space. You have to see the house in person to appreciate the quality of every detail, and imagine how well it works in every day life as well as spoiling your guests.

3606 Saint Johns Dr, Highland Park

4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 21164877 MLS

On a beautiful creek lot overlooking Hackberry Park is this one-of-a-kind gem of a house. Despite the privacy hedge and white wall you feel a little like you are in the country since you are surrounded by beautiful green views on three sides. The large entry hall has plenty of art wallspace. All the windows and Crittall black steel French doors make it easy to drink in the beauty surrounding the house. Built in 1973, taken to the studs for a thoughtful rejuvenation in 2015, everything is top quality, and made for entertaining. There are four fireplaces downstairs- one is on the front patio and another is surrounded by bookshelves in the dining room that easily seats 12. The living room has a wetbar in addition to the third fireplace and windows. Both the dining room and living room have doors opening to a patio overlooking more park space. The marble kitchen could accommodate a professional chef (and staff). The pantry-service kitchen houses the double SubZero refrigerator freezer, plus a wine cooler, pantry and counter space. The breakfast room, cloaked in Fortuny wallpaper and draperies, opens to the kitchen, and also has views of the creek and tennis court. The family room, painted a gleaming lapis blue has the fourth fireplace and lots of built ins and still more windows. All four en suite bedrooms are upstairs as is the laundry room. The primary suite with its vaulted ceiling hosts the fifth fireplace flanked by window doors leading to a balcony overlooking the creek. Just off the primary bedroom is a cozy office with built in desk. There is no shortage of closet space and separate vanities share the bath and shower space. You have to see the house in person to appreciate the quality of every detail, and imagine how well it works in every day life as well as spoiling your guests.

3606 Saint Johns Dr, Highland Park

3 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 21297048 MLS

This Highland Park home is a rare gem on the highly sought-after estate block of Gillon Avenue - the very first property adjacent to Lakeside Drive and Exall Lake on Turtle Creek. Sitting on 0.437 acres, it boasts 96 feet of frontage framed by mature trees and meticulous landscaping. Remodeled by JK Boone, this residence showcases exquisite flooring, custom millwork, and incredible art walls. A unique feature is the dual primary suite layout, one that offers a private terrace overlooking the serene rear grounds. High ceilings and generous room proportions create an inviting ambiance. Outside, a beautifully landscaped yard includes an outdoor living area with a fireplace in addition to the pool area with Pennsylvania stone hardscaping, a fountain, and a commercial pizza oven. Above the detached two-car garage is a 464 square-foot guest suite or quarters with elevator access. This property combines impeccable craftsmanship with a sterling location making it an incredible opportunity to utilize the existing home and improvements, or embark on a new chapter using the commanding street presence and exceptional location.

4009 Gillon Ave, Highland Park

5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 21227850 MLS

Fall in love at first sight with the inviting front porch, then discover a home where exceptional craftsmanship meets an unbeatable Highland Park location, moments from HP Middle School, SMU, Snider Plaza, and Highland Park's most beloved destinations, including DCC, HP Village, the Katy Trail and numerous restaurants and shops. Custom-built with all stone and brick, and special features, you enter into a wide, welcoming foyer open to gracious formal living and dining rooms, each anchored by a wood-burning fireplace. Beyond, a sweeping staircase leads to an expansive great room that flows seamlessly into the breakfast area and gourmet kitchen, with open spaces ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The second level features four spacious ensuite bedrooms, including a serene primary suite with windows on two sides, filling the space with natural light. The luxurious primary bath with Carrera marble offers dual vanities, separate tub and shower, and two walk-in closets. The utility room includes a hidden office with built-in desks. The secondary bedrooms feature walk-in closets and hardwood flooring. The third floor adds flexibility with a large game room and a fifth ensuite bedroom with private bath and walk in closets. Outdoors, mature trees create a shaded backyard retreat, complemented by front and rear patios perfect for enjoying the neighborhood setting. A detached three-car garage accommodates larger vehicles and is topped by beautifully appointed guest quarters with a full bath, walk-in closet, and central HVAC, perfect for visitors or extended stays from family or household staff. With 5,694 square feet in the main residence plus an additional 761 square feet in the guest quarters, this exceptional property offers space for everyone. The walkability is a plus, as is access to the Highland Park amenities like parks, HP Pool and HP Library, in addition to police & acclaimed HP schools. A true classic in one of the city’s most sought-after locations.

3621 Shenandoah St, Highland Park

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About Arnold LaLande | Dallas TX Area Real Estate Agent

Arnold LaLande isn't a typical North Texas Realtor — and if you've spent any time interviewing them, you've probably noticed most of them sound alike. Arnold takes a different approach, shaped by two experiences that set him apart: a career built on moving people at scale, and a life that has repeatedly required him to be the relocating client himself. A logistics background you can feel in every transaction Before real estate, Arnold spent over two decades in human logistics for two of the world's largest airlines — the kind of work where thousands of people, tight timelines, and unforgiving margins for error are all part of the same Tuesday afternoon. That background shaped the way he runs a transaction today: clear expectations set from day one, steady communication throughout, and a "trust but verify" discipline that keeps the process on track and surprises to a minimum. In a business where small mistakes get expensive quickly, Arnold's clients get the benefit of someone who spent a career making sure the planes ran on time — and now brings that same operational precision to one of the largest financial decisions they'll ever make. Relocation isn't a niche for him — it's lived experience Most agents who market themselves as "relocation specialists" have never actually relocated. Arnold has. Originally from New York City, he lived and worked in New Jersey, Charlotte, and Minneapolis before settling into the Dallas area. He knows what it feels like to interview a new city from a hotel room, to weigh commute patterns against school zones against long-term growth, and to move a family across state lines without losing momentum at work. That perspective is invaluable for corporate transferees, out-of-state families, and first-time Texans who trust him to guide them through the DFW metroplex — with deep focus on Frisco, McKinney, Plano, Prosper , Allen, and the broader North Dallas corridor. Luxury that's earned, not staged On the luxury side, Arnold's approach is built on preparation, pricing conviction, and positioning. He doesn't believe in over-improving a home to "feel ready." Instead, he helps sellers focus on the fundamentals serious buyers actually evaluate: the bones of the home, Texas-specific realities like foundation and roof condition, curb appeal that reads as genuinely cared-for rather than staged, and a list price anchored in data rather than hope. The result is consistent — cleaner offers, a stronger negotiating position, and a process that feels controlled rather than chaotic. A grounded advisor for buyers For buyers — whether first-time, relocating, upsizing, or downsizing — Arnold's job is to keep emotion from turning into overpayment. He runs the numbers clearly, flags the risks that tend to surface after the option period closes for clients who skipped their homework, and knows the hidden-pocket neighborhoods that only local experience reveals. When the right home shows up, he moves fast and negotiates cleanly. When it isn't the right one, he'll tell you that too. The relationship continues long after closing Most agents disappear once the keys change hands. Arnold doesn't. His clients stay connected through quarterly check-ins, seasonal home-maintenance guidance, a vetted network of trusted local professionals, and the kind of thoughtful follow-through that makes clients feel remembered long after closing — because the goal has never been a single transaction. The goal is to be the agent his clients call for the next move, and the move after that. His influences — a career in precision operations, a passion for Formula One, and the perspective that comes from actually starting over in new cities — all point in the same direction: stay calm, rely on the data, leave room to negotiate, and execute with care. Whether it's your first Texas address or your last, Arnold makes sure the landing is smooth.

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