8010 Glen Albens Circle, Dallas, Texas
$1,650,000
LOADING ..
HUGE PRICE REDUCTION - PRICED TO SELL!! This stately corner-lot home in prestigious Glen Lakes presents a fantastic opportunity for buyers or investors to reimagine a legacy property with high-end potential. Previously owned by Marvin Watson, trusted advisor and unofficial Chief of Staff to Pres LBJ and former US Postmaster General, this one-of-a-kind estate carries both historical significance and a grand architectural presence. Built with fine craftsmanship and last updated in 2001, the home offers almost 6,000sf of versatile living space primed for your design vision and modern transformation. Features include soaring ceilings, a dramatic curved staircase, hardwood floors and a statement marble fireplace. The expansive layout includes multiple staircases, oversized game-media room with full bar and abundant storage options including a cedar closet, silver closet and secure safe room. The primary suite includes a private sitting room, gas fireplace, dual walk-in closets and a 20x18 bathroom—ready and waiting for an amazing luxury redesign. Outdoor features include a private patio and a sparkling pool, recently retiled and replastered (Dec 2024). 3 HVAC units, 3 water heaters (2022). Roof will be replaced prior to closing. Home will need foundation work. Glen Lakes offers 24-hr guarded security, clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, walking paths and scenic lakes, making this a prime candidate for value-driven buyers and investors seeking upside potential in a top-tier Dallas location. Bring your design vision and ideas, and capitalize on this chance to elevate a distinguished property into a premier luxury estate.
School District: Dallas ISD
Dallas MLS #: 20890771
Representing the Seller: Listing Agent Mary Wise; Listing Office: Fathom Realty
Representing the Buyer: Contact realtor Douglas Newby of Douglas Newby & Associates if you would like to see this property. 214.522.1000
Property Overview
- Listing Price: $1,650,000
- MLS ID: 20890771
- Status: Sale Pending
- Days on Market: 55
- Updated: 5/22/2025
- Previous Status: For Sale
- MLS Start Date: 4/4/2025
Property History
- Current Listing: $1,650,000
- Original Listing: $1,950,000
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Full Baths: 5
- Half Baths: 2
- Interior Features: Built-in FeaturesBuilt-in Wine CoolerCedar Closet(s)Central VacuumChandelierDecorative LightingDouble VanityGranite CountersHigh Speed Internet AvailableKitchen IslandMultiple StaircasesOpen FloorplanWalk-In Closet(s)Wet Bar
- Appliances: Intercom
- Flooring: CarpetCeramic TileGraniteHardwoodMarbleWood
Parking
Location
- County: Dallas
- Directions: GPS will take you to the Boedeker entrance. Security guard will need your name & prop address.
Community
- Home Owners Association: Mandatory
School Information
- School District: Dallas ISD
- Elementary School: Prestonhol
- Middle School: Benjamin Franklin
- High School: Hillcrest
Heating & Cooling
- Heating/Cooling: CentralFireplace(s)Natural Gas
Utilities
- Utility Description: AlleyCity SewerCity WaterConcreteCurbsIndividual Gas MeterNatural Gas Available
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
- Lot Size (Sqft.): 8,058.6
- Lot Description: Corner LotFew TreesLandscapedNo Backyard GrassSprinkler SystemSubdivisionZero Lot Line
- Fencing (Description): BrickGatePrivacy
Financial Considerations
- Price per Sqft.: $282
- Price per Acre: $8,918,919
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
Disclosures & Reports
- Legal Description: GLEN LAKES 2 REVISED BLK 2/5454 LT 22 VOL2001
- Restrictions: Architectural,Building,Deed
- Disclosures/Reports: Aerial Photo,Deed Restrictions
- APN: 00000403752420000
- Block: 25454
Categorized In
- Price: Over $1.5 Million$1 Million to $2 Million
- Style: Traditional
- Neighborhood: Preston Hollow
Contact Realtor Douglas Newby for Insights on Property for Sale
Douglas Newby represents clients with Dallas estate homes, architect designed homes and modern homes.
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