addison: We Had a Kabooming Fantastic Celebration! - 07/04/21 09:05 AM
Friends, food, fun, and fireworks! Every July 3rd, the Town of Addison, a Dallas Texas suburb, celebrates Independence Day by hosting Kaboom Town. It's rated in the top 10 fireworks displays in the country by the American Pyrotechnics Association. And two years ago, it was ranked as the #2 best in the nation. 
 
This year, I got an invitation to the event's VIP area. The tickets provided us a delicious dinner of pulled pork or brisket sandwich, with mac & cheese, baked beans, and red, white, and blue popcorn, plus drinks. {Sorry - no photo of the dinner; it was eaten before … (7 comments)

addison: Won't You Be My Neighbor? 4015 Winter Park, Addison is For Sale! - 06/09/21 10:28 AM
In the quiet Midway Meadows subdivision, in the Addison Timbers HOA, a one-story 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with attached 2-car garage will be available to show starting Thursday, June 10th, 2021.
Or, you can view the walk-through video here:
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This is my neighborhood and I'd love to welcome you to your new home.
 
This gem of a home is move-in ready! It's got a fresh coat of paint in the living/dining areas and has had a pre-listing inspection with most deficiencies checked and fixed. 
 
Features include:
hardwood floors in all but the guest bedrooms and baths updated kitchen gas range slider … (4 comments)

addison: Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: August 2019 - 09/01/19 10:22 AM

Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: August 2019
Residential Real Estate For Sale in Addison Texas
The total number of currently available residential properties for sale in Addison, Texas is 40, and last month there were 27. Inventory is increasing! Currently for sale, there are:
14 single family homes (ranging in price from $305,000 - $2,499,999) 3 half-duplexes ($294,000 - $340,000) 16 condos ($161,900 – $475,000) 7 townhomes ($285,000 - $654,900) Twenty five of the 40 available homes have been on the market for longer than 30 days. Homes are taking a little longer to sell as the market continues to correct.
The … (2 comments)

addison: Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: June 2018 - 07/01/18 11:02 AM
Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: June 2018
Residential Real Estate For Sale in Addison Texas
The total number of available residential properties for sale in Addison, Texas is 29, the same number as last month. Inventory is still low! Currently for sale, there are:
15 single family homes (ranging in price from $319,900 to $2,200,000) 3 half-duplex ($309,800 to $365,000) 7 condos ($174,000 to $499,000) 4 townhomes ($350,000 to $475,000) Sixteen of the 29 available homes have been on the market for longer than 30 days.
The average number of days on the market for the “active” status, pre-owned homes is 60 … (0 comments)

addison: Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: May 2018 - 06/01/18 12:47 PM
Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: May 2018
Residential Real Estate For Sale in Addison Texas
The total number of available residential properties for sale in Addison, Texas is 29, up from 23 last month. Inventory is still low! Currently for sale, there are:
13 single family homes (ranging in price from $319,900 to $2,195,000) 1 half-duplex ($365,000) 10 condos ($140,000 to $348,000) 5 townhomes ($293,000 to $499,000) Fourteen of the 29 available homes above have been on the market for longer than 30 days.
The average number of days on the market for the “active” status, pre-owned homes is 46 days, as compared … (1 comments)

addison: Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: March 2017 - 04/05/17 11:41 AM
Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: March 2017
Residential Real Estate For Sale in Addison Texas
The total number of available residential properties for sale in Addison, Texas is 15, up from last month’s 14. Currently for sale, there are:
7 single family homes (ranging in price from $335,000 to $1,499,000) No half-duplexes 7 condos ($379,000 to $459,900)  1 townhome ($499,500) Eight of the 15 available homes above have been on the market for longer than 30 days. Six are incomplete new construction and are not available for immediate possession on closing and funding.
The average number of days on the market for … (0 comments)

addison: That's my town! Addison! - 10/28/16 07:12 AM
There's lots to love about Addison, Texas!
Take a look.
Don't take us for granted! Addison: where north Texans love to live, work, and play!
Thanks to Addison's Economic Development and Tourism Department for creating this video.
Addison is magic!
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addison: Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: June 2016 - 07/03/16 12:57 AM

Residential Real Estate For Sale in Addison Texas
The total number of available residential properties for sale in Addison, Texas is 15, as compared to last month’s 17. Currently for sale, there are:
11 single family homes (ranging in price from $225,000 to $2,495,000) No half-duplexes 3 condos ($185,000 to $390,000) 1 townhome ($399,900) Just 5 of the 15 available homes above have been on the market for longer than 30 days.
The average number of days on the market for the “active” status homes is 55 days, as compared to 41 last month. The median number of days on the market is … (0 comments)

addison: The Eyes of Addison Look Upon You - Neighborhood Watch - 06/06/16 10:22 AM
No community is immune to crime.
Here in Addison, we actively try to do something about it. Through Neighborhood Watch, we look out for each other.
There will be a community Neighborhood Watch meeting July 7th, 2016 at 6:30 pm at the Addison Treehouse on Midway Road. The Addison Police Department will have a representative talking about recent break ins, updated info regarding new surveillance techniques, an overview of the new dispatch program and several other topics. There will be a Q&A portion where you can ask questions; you'll be able to meet with police officers; and you may even be able to walk … (0 comments)

addison: Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: March 2016 - 04/05/16 05:18 AM
Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: March 2016
Residential Real Estate For Sale in Addison Texas
The total number of available residential properties for sale in Addison, Texas is 14, as compared to last month’s 11. Currently for sale, there are:
9 single family homes (ranging in price from $359,000 to $2,495,000) No half-duplexes 3 condos ($115,000 to $387,000) 2 townhomes ($330,000 - $335,000) Five of the 14 available homes above have been on the market for longer than 30 days.
The average number of days on the market for the “active” status homes is 52 days, as compared to 58 last month. … (0 comments)

addison: I Was a Victim of BioTerrorism Today - 01/09/16 01:53 AM
Have you heard about "Operation New Year" in the news? Probably not, unless you live in Dallas County.
The Public Health Preparedness Division of the Dallas County Health & Human Services department, along with the Medical Reserve Corps, held 2016's first medical countermeasure dispensing exerise at Loos Fieldhouse in Addison, Texas this morning. This was a mock disaster exercise to test local response to a bioterrorism threat.
Addison citizens Linda Berthold, Mary Jo Cater and I, plus dozens of others, volunteered at the community-wide role-playing exercise. The MetroCrest cities of Addison, Coppell, Carrollton and Farmers Branch were involved, and volunteer "staff members" from Dallas County and … (2 comments)

addison: Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: August 2015 - 09/06/15 10:58 AM
Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: August 2015
Residential Real Estate For Sale in Addison Texas
The total number of available residential properties for sale in Addison, Texas is 16 (down from the 24 last month). Currently for sale, there are:
11 single family homes (ranging in price from $299,900 to $1,999,900) No half-duplexes 4 condos ($150,000 - $261,999) 1 townhome ($339,900) Seven of the 16 available homes above have been on the market for longer than 30 days. Three of these are $1M+ homes, on the east side of the Tollway.
The average number of days on the market for the “active” status … (1 comments)

addison: Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: July 2015 - 08/01/15 11:06 PM
Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: July 2015
Residential Real Estate For Sale in Addison Texas
The total number of available residential properties for sale in Addison, Texas is 24 (up from the 18 last month). Currently for sale, there are:
15 single family homes (ranging in price from $200,000 to $1,999,900) No half-duplexes 6 condos ($150,000 - $317,000) 3 townhomes ($334,900 - $545,000) Eight of the 24 available homes above have been on the market for longer than 30 days. Two of these are $1M+ homes, on the east side of the Tollway.
The average number of days on the market for … (0 comments)

addison: What's "Bugging" You in Addison? - 07/20/15 11:17 AM
Mosquitoes carrying the West Nile virus have been found in Addison, Texas.
The Town of Addison will be spraying the Les Lacs and the Midway Meadows areas on Wednesday and Thursday mornings (July 22nd & 23rd, 2015) between 5:00 am and 6:30 am.
Although the pesticide used by the town is reported to be safe, all residents are encouraged to avoid contact with the chemicals.
For more information, check out the town's website.
Mary Rosenbleeth, the new Public Communications Manager for the Town of Addison, is spreading the word to the various homeowner associations. Look for additional information on the town's Facebook page. Or contact Mary at … (3 comments)

addison: Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: June 2015 - 07/01/15 11:54 PM
Real Estate Market Report for Addison, Texas: June 2015
Residential Real Estate For Sale in Addison Texas
The total number of available residential properties for sale in Addison, Texas is 18 (down from the 19 last month). Currently for sale, there are:
12 single family homes (ranging in price from $299,900 to $1,498,000) 1 half-duplex ($289,900) 2 condos ($288,500 - $289,900) 3 townhomes ($334,900 - $355,000) Nine of the 18 available homes above have been on the market for longer than 30 days. Two of these are $1M+ homes, on the east side of the Tollway.
The average number of days on the market … (4 comments)

addison: FOR SALE: 3815 Canot Lane, Addison TX 75001 - 01/31/15 09:35 AM
For Sale in Addison, TX.
This light, bright, single story, zero lot Addison home in the Waterford subdivision has the open floor plan today's buyers want.

With wood floors, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets, gas range, and a bonus room, this little charmer will welcome you in. Several skylights were added and the wall of windows in the living area provide lots of natural light.
 
 
 
 
 
Year built: 1991 Square feet: 1,639 Bedrooms: 3 Full baths: 2 Dining areas: 2 Living area: 1 Garage: 2- car attached HOA: none  
Located at the end of the … (5 comments)

addison: Addison Pacesetters Learn About Traffic Signals & Street Signs - 11/07/14 12:45 AM
Addison Pacesetters Learn About Traffic Signals & Street Signs
Addison Pacesetters (Addison, Texas residents 50+ years of age) meet the first Wednesday of each month at Dunn Bros. on Belt Line Road and learn about the Town of Addison. This month, Brandon Graham, Signal Technician, spoke to us. Here are some tidbits from his presentations and the Q & A session that followed:
Brandon has worked for the Town of Addison for 8 years. Before coming to Addison, he was with Garland for 10 years. There are 36 traffic signals and approximately 3800 street signs in Addison. There are 72 street … (0 comments)

addison: Dog Days at the Addison Athletic Club Pool - 09/03/12 11:20 PM
You've heard of the "dog days of summer" but now the Town of Addison is putting a twist on the phrase.
The outdoor pool at the Addison Athletic Club closed (for humans) on Labor Day.  However, the annual doggy splash day will be held on Saturday morning, September 8th, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. If you are an Addison resident with a membership card to the AAC (one-time $10 fee for as long as you live in town), come out and support the dogs!
All participating dogs must have a 2011 or 2012 rabies tag or proof of vaccination. The … (3 comments)

addison: Townhomes of District A in Addison Circle - 07/06/12 03:43 AM
Townhomes of District A in Addison Circle.
Contrary to popular belief, people DO live in Addison, Texas.  The Townhomes of District A in Addison Circle are not actually townhouses, but 3-story condos. The condominium community is within walking distance of restaurant row, shopping, entertainment and is near major highways.
The Townhomes of District A in Addison Circle are on the following streets:
Quorum Drive Parkview Place Morris Avenue Seabolt Place Breedlove Place Calloway Drive Spectrum Drive These condominiums were built by Centex between 2005 and 2007.  HOA dues are $280 per month and cover exterior maintenance, front yard maintenance, gas, sprinklers, … (0 comments)

addison: Addison Pacesetters Learn About the Addison Finance Department at Dunn Bros. - 01/10/12 09:26 AM
Addison Pacesetters Learn About the Addison Finance Department at Dunn Bros.
Addison Pacesetters (Addison, Texas residents 50+ years of age) meet the first Wednesday of each month at Dunn Bros. on Belt Line Road and learn about the Town of Addison. This month, Jerry Lewandowski, a management analyst in Addison's Finance Department, spoke to us.
Here are some interesting tidbits from Jerry's presentation:
He has worked in Addison's Finance Department for 5 1/2 years He's a former Marine Sgt. Jerry started out as an accounts payable clerk, moved to cash receipting, then to Utilities Billing As a management analyst, he is … (0 comments)

 
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