12229 Pecan Forest Drive, Dallas, Texas
$2,500,000
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Stately traditional highlighted by timeless elegance in this handsome custom built home in the rarely available Estates section of guard gated Lake Forest. Sited on a nearly .3 acre lot in the highly coveted exclusive enclave with only 19 residences, this home enjoys serenity and privacy. A gracious double door entry leads to a grand foyer with vaulted ceilings and generously sized formal dining area. Well designed layout with open floorpan framed by walls of windows, high ceilings and exquisite moldings. The expansive great room with fireplace is open to the kitchen and breakfast area with a massive center island, custom built-ins, Wolf appliances including double ovens, microwave, built-in range and warming drawers. The wet bar includes a commercial ice maker and beverage cooler, and the butler's pantry has custom cabinetry and 2 large closets for storage. The downstairs primary suite boast a sitting area with fireplace and custom built-ins, luxurious separate his-her baths and two custom finished walk-in closets. An additional guest suite is located on the first floor for convenience. Upstairs provides stunning views of the private lake and encompasses three additional bedrooms and a game room with wet bar. The generous sized media room features a large wall mounted screen, projector and surround sound. Beautiful features and amenities for everyday living and entertaining including white oak flooring, whole house automated lighting, whole house sound system, a marble floored temperature controlled wine cellar, elevator, and three fireplaces. The attached 3 car garage features custom cabinetry and a dog washing station. This elegant retreat offers security, luxury, privacy, and amenities galore! Lake Forest is comprised of 170 acres of park-like grounds with green spaces, lakes, and towering oaks. Residents enjoy walking trails, community pool, tennis & pickle ball courts, and dog parks.
School District: Dallas ISD
Dallas MLS #: 20930554
Representing the Seller: Listing Agent Laura Michelle; Listing Office: Dave Perry Miller Real Estate
Representing the Buyer: Contact realtor Douglas Newby of Douglas Newby & Associates if you would like to see this property. Call: 214.522.1000 — Text: 214.505.9999
Property Overview
- Listing Price: $2,500,000
- MLS ID: 20930554
- Status: For Sale
- Days on Market: 104
- Updated: 9/9/2025
- Previous Status: For Sale
- MLS Start Date: 6/2/2025
Property History
- Current Listing: $2,500,000
- Original Listing: $2,599,000
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Full Baths: 5
- Half Baths: 1
- Interior Features:
Built-in Features
Built-in Wine Cooler
Cable TV Available
Central Vacuum
Chandelier
Decorative Lighting
Elevator
Flat Screen Wiring
Granite Counters
High Speed Internet Available
Kitchen Island
Open Floorplan
Pantry
Smart Home System
Sound System Wiring
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Wainscoting
Walk-In Closet(s)
Wet Bar
- Appliances:
Home Theater
- Flooring:
Marble
Wood
Parking
- Parking Features:
Garage
Location
- County: Dallas
- Directions: The main gate is at Hillcrest and Forest but the nearest entrance is from The Estates guard gate at Hillcrest and Churchill.
Community
- Home Owners Association: Mandatory
School Information
- School District: Dallas ISD
- Elementary School: Kramer
- Middle School: Benjamin Franklin
- High School: Hillcrest
Heating & Cooling
- Heating/Cooling:
Central
Utilities
- Utility Description:
City Sewer
City Water
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
- Lot Size (Sqft.): 11,979
- Lot Description:
Water/Lake View
- Fencing (Description):
Brick
Wrought Iron
Financial Considerations
- Price per Sqft.: $331
- Price per Acre: $9,090,909
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale
Disclosures & Reports
- Legal Description: LAKE FOREST PH B R1 BLK D/7463 LT 2A
- APN: 007463000D02A0000
- Block: D7463
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