By Tom Branch, on September 30th, 2011 
If you’ve driven along McDermott Road, west of US75, you may have noticed that Allen’s Fire Station Number 5 is just about completed. Station 5 is the fourth substation and was approved by the city’s voters in the 2007 Capital Improvement Bond Election. Construction began in 2010.
A highlight of the building will be reclaimed fire ladders twisted into a sculpture for the public and firefighters to enjoy. The ladders are in the shape of a flame by Artist Christopher Fennell.
On his website Fennell says, “The materials I use have been cast out by society, for example: demolished barns, broken bicycles and downed trees. I transform these objects into dynamic pieces and connect them into recognizable shapes of waves, tornados and pillars of fire.”
The station is expected to open in the Fall of 2011.
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By Tom Branch, on September 25th, 2011 
August 2011 Statistics:
Status:
Active – 56
Contingent – 4
Kick Out – 1
Under Option – 2
Pending Sales – 0
Sold – 13
Solds:
Average sales price per square foot – $113.37
Average Days on Market – 48 Days
August was a relatively slow month for real estate in the north Dallas area in general. With daily temperatures over 100 degrees, people were not out looking at homes. What the numbers do show is that homes that show well and are priced right continue to sell in any market.
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Source: NTREIS on September 25,2011
By Tom Branch, on September 25th, 2011 
If you’ve driven by the project in the past few weeks, you will have noted that it has really taken shape. The roads are in and the land along McDermott Road has been leveled opening up the view.
We spoke to Toni Petty with Ashton Woods on Saturday to get an update on the progress being made. They expect to have approval from the City of Allen to begin building by the first week of November. The model home should begin about mid-November and be ready by early January 2012.
We have copies of the floorplans, but they have not yet been released to the public. We will post them as soon as the builder approves the public release.
Pre-sales should begin in November as planned but a sales location has not yet been finalized.
We’ll post more on The Preserve in Allen as it becomes available.
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Photo: Copyright 2011 – Tom Branch
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By Tom Branch, on September 22nd, 2011 
4 Bedrooms | 3 Baths | 2-Car Garage | 2682 SF/Tax
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By Tom Branch, on September 16th, 2011 
3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 2-Car Garage | 2321 SF/Tax
Allen TX Home For Sale – Move-in ready, single-level Drees home. Bright kitchen has breakfast bar that overlooks the family room with built-ins and wood-burning fireplace. Master suite has jetted tub, separate shower, dual vanities, and walk-in closet. Open floor plan with split bedrooms and study with French doors. Large backyard and patio is perfect for entertaining. Community amenities include pool, park, and playground. Easy access to Shops at Allen and US75.
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Source: NTREIS
By Susan L. Johnson, on September 14th, 2011 
We’ve come to know “cabin fever” much too well during this summer of extreme heat. Driving to a client’s home most recently, I observed all that Collin County (Allen, Frisco, McKinney, Plano and Richardson) has to offer in outdoor recreation.
Needless to say, the recent glimpse of cooler weather brings to mind the welcome of outdoor pleasures once again. Nature provides a comfort and a relaxing peace of mind. It’s a time to be “mindless” of events in daily life.
Another great feature of Collin County’s outdoor recreation are the subdivisions located close to the multitude of trails, parks, nature preserves and wildlife sanctuaries. A recent first time homebuyer was excited to find a home located close to a beautiful local park and nature preserve.
Visit The Collin County Trails page for more information on all that Collin County has to offer.
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Happy Trails!
By Tom Branch, on September 14th, 2011 
4 Bedrooms | 3.1 Baths | 3 Living | 2 Dining | 2-Car Garage | 2936 SF/Tax
Dallas TX Home For Sale – Updated single-level Preston Hollow home on large lot. Over $500k in updates. Bright kitchen has granite counters, stainless appliances, built-in refrigerator, and wet bar. Master suite has garden tub, dual vanities, separate shower, and dual closets. Gallery formals open to large family room with fireplace. A massive spa room has in-ground spa, sitting area, and separate HVAC. The lush backyard has an open patio that is perfect for entertaining.
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Source: NTREIS
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