# Dallas: Top 5 Renovation Picks - Aug 08, 2025 **URL:** \ **Category:** Dallas\ **Tags:** dallas, redfin, renovation\ **Created:** [August 9, 2025, 2:52am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/dallas-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-08-2025/20354 "2025-08-09T02:52:31Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 3\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/reno_properties/32/2809_2.png) [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Post date:** [August 9, 2025, 2:52am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/dallas-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-08-2025/20354/1 "2025-08-09T02:52:31Z")
## 8109 Skillman St #2024 — $105,000 - Beds/Baths/Sqft: 1 bd / 1 ba / 782 sqft - Price per SqFt: $134 - Lot size: 130,680 sqft - Year Built / Type: 1981 / Condo/Co-op - Parking: Assigned - Status / Last Sale: Listed (Active) / $105,000 Aug 1, 2025 - Summary: This well-maintained upper-level condo offers a blend of recent upgrades and modern aesthetics, making it a cozy retreat in Lake Highlands. - Renovation rationale: - Low entry price and price per sqft provide a great entry point for renovation. - Single bath presents an opportunity to add a second bath, enhancing usability and value. - Why these metrics matter for renovation: - The low price per sqft allows for a flexible renovation budget, while the potential for adding a bath can significantly increase the property’s ARV. - Recommended renovation ideas: Consider adding a second bathroom and updating kitchen finishes for improved functionality and appeal. - [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/TX/Dallas/8109-Skillman-St-75231/unit-2024/home/31126761) ![](https://ssl.cdn-redfin.com/system_files/media/1128780_JPG/item_24.jpg) ## 1621 Blue Meadow St — $214,900 - Beds/Baths/Sqft: 4 bd / 2 ba / 1,231 sqft - Price per SqFt: $175 - Lot size: 21,780 sqft - Year Built / Type: 1971 / Single Family Residential - Parking: Garage Faces Front, 2-Car Single Doors - Status / Last Sale: Listed (Active) / $214,900 Aug 8, 2025 - Summary: This single-family home needs some love but has great bones, making it a solid investment opportunity. - Renovation rationale: - Low price per sqft and older build with potential for significant upgrades. - Spacious lot size allows for potential expansions or outdoor improvements. - Why these metrics matter for renovation: - The low price per sqft enables a cost-effective renovation budget, while the four-bedroom layout offers flexibility for family living or rental scenarios. - Recommended renovation ideas: Focus on kitchen and bathroom updates, as well as landscaping to enhance curb appeal. - [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/TX/Dallas/1621-Blue-Meadow-St-75217/home/30941326) ![](https://ssl.cdn-redfin.com/photo/90/bigphoto/720/21026720_0.jpg) ## 11008 Pepperidge Cir — $350,000 - Beds/Baths/Sqft: 5 bd / 2 ba / 2,365 sqft - Price per SqFt: $148 - Lot size: 21,780 sqft - Year Built / Type: 1962 / Single Family Residential - Parking: Alley Access, Concrete, Driveway, Gated - Status / Last Sale: Listed (Active) / $350,000 Jul 28, 2025 - Summary: This spacious home in a quiet cul-de-sac offers ample living space and a large backyard, perfect for families or entertaining. - Renovation rationale: - Mid-range price with a low price per sqft makes it an attractive renovation target. - The large lot size provides opportunities for outdoor enhancements or additional structures. - Why these metrics matter for renovation: - The lower price per sqft allows for a generous renovation budget, and the five-bedroom layout is appealing for family living or rental potential. - Recommended renovation ideas: Consider updating interiors, enhancing outdoor spaces, and possibly adding more bathrooms to increase functionality. - [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/TX/Dallas/11008-Pepperidge-Cir-75228/home/31049267) ![](https://ssl.cdn-redfin.com/photo/90/bigphoto/439/21014439_0.jpg) ## 2711 Santa Cruz Dr — $282,500 - Beds/Baths/Sqft: 3 bd / 2 ba / 1,733 sqft - Price per SqFt: $163 - Lot size: 21,780 sqft - Year Built / Type: 1953 / Single Family Residential - Parking: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front - Status / Last Sale: Listed (Active) / $282,500 Aug 4, 2025 - Summary: This well-maintained home offers a spacious layout and a large backyard, ideal for family gatherings and outdoor activities. - Renovation rationale: - Mid-range price with a reasonable price per sqft allows for effective renovations. - The sizable lot offers potential for outdoor enhancements or expansions. - Why these metrics matter for renovation: - The price per sqft is favorable for a renovation budget, while the three-bedroom layout is desirable for families or rentals. - Recommended renovation ideas: Focus on kitchen and bathroom updates, and consider adding outdoor living spaces to enhance value. - [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/TX/Dallas/2711-Santa-Cruz-Dr-75227/home/30915357) ![](https://ssl.cdn-redfin.com/photo/90/bigphoto/834/21021834_0.jpg) ## 8145 & 8147 Ferguson Rd — $449,000 - Beds/Baths/Sqft: 6 bd / 4 ba / 3,076 sqft - Price per SqFt: $146 - Lot size: 10,607 sqft - Year Built / Type: 1971 / Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) - Parking: Garage - Status / Last Sale: Listed (Active) / $449,000 Aug 5, 2025 - Summary: This income-producing duplex offers flexibility for investors, with the potential to lease both units or live in one while renting the other. - Renovation rationale: - Mid-range price with a low price per sqft provides an excellent investment opportunity. - The duplex format allows for multiple income streams or family living arrangements. - Why these metrics matter for renovation: - The low price per sqft improves the renovation budget, while the six-bedroom layout enhances rental potential. - Recommended renovation ideas: Update interiors for modern appeal, and consider adding outdoor amenities to increase rental attractiveness. - [View on Redfin](https://www.redfin.com/TX/Dallas/8145-Ferguson-Rd-75228/home/30966263) ![](https://ssl.cdn-redfin.com/system_files/media/1128825_JPG/item_40.jpg) ---
**Author:** ![Tim\_Michael1](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/tim_michael1/32/6294_2.png) [@Tim\_Michael1](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Tim_Michael1)\ **Post date:** [August 15, 2025, 10:17am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/dallas-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-08-2025/20354/2 "2025-08-15T10:17:46Z")
This shows exactly what to look for in a fixer-upper. ---
**Author:** ![Tim\_curtis](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/tim_curtis/32/2766_2.png) [@Tim\_curtis](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Tim_curtis)\ **Post date:** [August 15, 2025, 2:43pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/dallas-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-08-2025/20354/3 "2025-08-15T14:43:29Z")
Lovely work done here chief