Plano Homes with Covered Courtyard Exterior features

Plano Homes with Covered Courtyard Exterior features

Welcome to Plano, Texas – a vibrant city nestled in Collin County that perfectly blends suburban tranquility with urban convenience. Just a short drive from Dallas, Plano boasts a rich tapestry of culture, shopping, and outdoor activities, making it an ideal place to call home. With its top-rated schools, diverse dining options, and a strong sense of community, Plano consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in the United States.

One of the standout features of homes in Plano is the charming covered courtyard exterior. These thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces offer a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living, providing a perfect setting for relaxation and entertaining. Imagine sipping your morning coffee while basking in the gentle Texas sun or hosting a delightful evening gathering with friends under the stars. The covered courtyard not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of your home but also offers year-round usability, shielding you from the unpredictable Texas weather.

Whether you’re seeking a cozy family retreat or a modern abode, homes in Plano with covered courtyards provide an inviting atmosphere that encourages outdoor enjoyment. The lush landscaping and thoughtful design elements create a serene oasis right at your doorstep, making it easy to unwind after a long day.

Discover the allure of Plano and explore the exceptional homes featuring these delightful courtyards. Embrace a lifestyle that celebrates comfort, community, and the beauty of outdoor living in this thriving Texas city. Your dream home awaits!

Newest Plano Homes with Covered Courtyard Exterior features

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 21343618 MLS

The search stops here...Rarely does a one-story in highly sought-after Plano ISD offer this level of updates, outdoor living, and move-in-ready condition.Designed around a light-filled central courtyard, this meticulously maintained home lives larger than its square footage, with beautiful views and natural light flowing through nearly every main living space while preserving charming details like leaded glass windows.The inviting front living room is anchored by an updated marble fireplace surround (2022), with rich hardwood floors extending into the dining room. A charming wet bar connects the living room and kitchen, making entertaining effortless. Just beyond, the beautifully remodeled kitchen features soft-close cabinetry with custom built-in organization (2022), elegant Carrara marble countertops and backsplash (2025), and all new appliances (2023-2025).A spacious rear living area overlooks the backyard and easily serves as a family room, office, media room, or guest space.The primary suite features a spa-like bath with a frameless glass shower, soaking tub, vaulted ceiling, and timeless white finishes. Both secondary bathrooms were remodeled in 2025.Outdoor living truly sets this home apart. Enjoy morning coffee in the sun-filled courtyard beneath the shade sail (2023), then unwind under the covered pergola (2023) overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard. New fencing and a solar-powered electric gate (2023) create multiple outdoor living spaces for relaxing and entertaining.Major improvements include Pella windows (2016), replacement of all doors except the front door and leaded glass windows (2016), and all fascia boards replaced with Hardie® Plank (2016). This isn't just another updated house—it's a home that's been thoughtfully improved, meticulously cared for, and truly enjoyed. Homes like this don't come along often, especially at this price point.

3721 Marlborough Ct, Plano

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 21319524 MLS

!!LAKESIDE ON PRESTON HOUSE ALERT!! A rare opportunity has arrived in one of North Dallas' most sought-after neighborhoods. FORMER MODEL HOME built by Holmes Builder in Lakeside on Preston almost never are available for purchase — and this exceptional custom home is the one you've been waiting for. Architecturally timeless, this former model is even more impressive today than when it was first built. Superior craftsmanship, elegant design, hand-scraped hardwood floors, exquisite finishes, and thoughtfully designed living spaces create a home that simply cannot be duplicated. Situated on an extraordinarily large, tree-lined lot, the property offers a backyard that is nearly impossible to find today. Towering mature trees surround the home, creating exceptional privacy, while lush landscaping and extensive updates enhance both its beauty and livability. The home features four spacious bedrooms, each with its own private bath, oversized fireplaces, walls of custom built-ins, elegant chandeliers, and stunning curb appeal that makes a lasting first impression. Designed for the way families live today, the gourmet kitchen opens seamlessly to the family room and breakfast area, creating the perfect gathering space. The private primary suite overlooks the sparkling pool and occupies its own secluded wing of the home, providing a peaceful retreat. Homes of this caliber rarely become available. After 26 years of creating cherished memories, the current owners are ready to pass this remarkable property on to the next family who will love it just as much. Don't miss this once-in-a-generation opportunity.

5008 Charles Pl, Plano

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 21319693 MLS

Welcome to this updated Plano home, available for immediate move-in. The classic styled one story property features four spacious bedrooms and multiple baths, perfect for comfortable living. Step inside to find new bleached oak luxury vinyl plank flooring that flows beautifully through the living areas, complemented by neutral carpeting in the bedrooms. The fresh white color palette creates an inviting atmosphere, making it easy to envision your personal touches. The kitchen is a true highlight, boasting quartz countertops, a stylish subway-tile backsplash, and a refrigerator included for your convenience. Retreat to the primary suite where you'll find separate vanities, generous walk-in closets, and direct access to a large covered outdoor living area and the refreshing backyard pool for months of Texas fun in the sun!

1712 Copper Creek Dr, Plano

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 21301780 MLS

OPEN HOUSE 2-4 pm SUNDAY JULY 26th! Light bright open concept 2446 sq. ft. one-owner 4-bedroom one-story built by Highland Homes...perfectly maintained and has been a non-smoking, no-pet property since new...not a scratch, ding or blemish! It's spotless so there's no need to preview as this is one of the cleanest homes in West Plano! Plano ISD: Charter School at NW corner of Hedgecoxe-Preston Meadow, Pearson-PK, Head Start-PK, Wyatt, Rice, Jasper, Plano West. UPDATES: New Sherwin Williams interior paint on all walls, trim, doors and ceilings in entire house including the garage; New Nylon Freze' carpeting with 8-lb padding; 2 Lennox HVACs Both Inside & Outside Plus Air Scrubber 2018; Roof & Gutters & Screens 2023; Water Heater 2018; Attic Radiant Barrier 2018; and more. Mostly light-color wood flooring throughout with new carpet and pad in the bedrooms plus tile in the kitchen and bathrooms. Tall ceilings throughout and large bedrooms with great closets. Gorgeous large kitchen has a gas stub below the electric cook top if you prefer gas and the vent hood exhausts to the exterior. Butler pantry. Built-in microwave and convection oven. Faux Cedar-Look Aluminum Patio Cover adorns the impressive central courtyard. 8-Ft. Board-On-Board Cedar fence. Custom-built storage shed in back with composition roof shingles and tiled floor. Nestled beneath towering established Live Oak trees on a manicured quiet street. Easy to show, just call Broker Bay and go.

8308 Halkin Ct, Plano

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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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