It was in 2013 that former Texas Ranger Josh Hamilton infamously said, “Dallas in particular has always been a football town, but it's never really been a baseball town.”
Well, that seems kind of silly, doesn't it, Josh? The Texas Rangers baseball team brought a World Series victory, a lot of excitement, a ton of business, and a lot of fun to North Texas this year. we love it. Coach Bruce Bochy came out of retirement and led his team to victory this season, giving the Texas Rangers their first World Series victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks in just his five games. See you at the Victory Parade in Arlington on Friday!
Arlington, Texas, home of the darling of Texas baseball, seems to deserve a little more praise than Hamilton gives it. This is the home of both the Texas Rangers and the Dallas (hard to tell) Cowboys. The city is also home to the University of Texas at Arlington, which offers educational opportunities, Levitt Pavilion Arlington, which offers outdoor concerts, and Six Flags Over Texas, which offers roller coasters.
For some homebuyers, living in a “true baseball town” could be a grand slam choice. Arlington has some great homes near the big ballpark. According to the Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University, the average home price last year was $365,022, so we've put together some suggestions for home opportunities currently for sale in Arlington. Attend an open house in Arlington this week.
3107 Westwood Drive, Arlington
Purchase this home as a great place to sit and discuss the Rangers' batting order or the team's bullpen. The outdoor living area is so inviting that you might never run out of baseball discussions. Choose from a 60-foot-tall covered patio, balcony, or fire pit for the perfect spot to discuss sports or enjoy the sunset. Characteristics of water? Enjoy both the beautifully landscaped pool and canal.
The impressive iron front door opens to a two-story foyer. The 4,300 square foot home includes a formal dining room and living area for entertaining before or after a major league game. The updated kitchen features his two pantries perfect for storing all your cracker jacks and has great views of the backyard canal.
All bedrooms in this five-bedroom home are located on the second floor, but one can be converted into a game room. Bathrooms include three full baths and one half bath. The home, built in 1991, is on the market for $740,000.
Barbara Young, an agent with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices of America, will open the home Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m.
703 W. Abram St., Arlington
Located at Main 7 Urban Villas, this location is perfect for those looking to move from game to game while watching Rangers at home or on the go. In this newly constructed and professionally decorated townhouse, you don't have to think about anything except first pitch time.
The well-appointed townhouse features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1 half bathroom. The open concept floor plan features a living room that opens to the kitchen and features stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar perfect for casual dining or reading in the sports section.
UTA is within walking distance, and Globe Life Field for a Rangers game or AT&T Stadium for a Cowboys game are less than a 10-minute drive away. List price of $465,000 includes 1,628 square feet, furnishings, and amenities.
The townhouse, listed by Georgie Zhang with Compass Real Estate, will be open Thursday from noon to 3 p.m.
6 Garden Lane, Dalworthington Gardens
While this isn't technically Arlington, the town's name itself indicates that, like Arlington, it's in the middle of Dallas and Fort Worth. Online listings identify it as a “West Arlington community” with a price tag of $1.6 million.
This two-story contemporary building has five bedrooms and nine bathrooms. Oh, and there are also five fireplaces. There's a lot to like about this 9,226 square foot home.
Built in 2015, it features modern amenities including a rock climbing wall (a great place to work up your pregame nerves) and a home theater (a great place to watch baseball movies). Oversized windows keep the atmosphere light and bright, and the open concept allows large groups to mingle before and after Rangers games. Enjoy your meals in the formal dining room, casual breakfast bar, or even on the porch.
Listed by Adriana Blanco with Keller Williams Realty, the home will be open to the public Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 3 p.m.
