Welcome to this beautifully updated home in the highly desirable Merriman Estates, where timeless style, modern updates and an exceptional outdoor living experience come together in Lake Highlands. At the heart of the home is the stunning, remodeled kitchen featuring elegant quartz countertops with a dramatic waterfall edge, a breakfast bar, gas cooktop, stainless steel appliances, custom tile backsplash, abundant cabinetry and generous prep space for the home chef. The adjoining dining area is filled with charm, showcasing built-in cabinetry, a cozy window seat and the perfect setting for everyday meals or hosting family and friends. The inviting family room centers around a classic brick fireplace and is highlighted by expansive windows that frame picturesque views of the beautifully landscaped backyard. A spacious game room with sliding glass doors opens seamlessly to the covered patio, creating an ideal indoor-outdoor entertaining space. A full bath conveniently located adjacent to the game room adds flexibility for guests, while the oversized utility room offers built-in cabinetry for exceptional storage and organization. The private primary suite serves as a relaxing retreat with an updated ensuite bath featuring dual vanities, garden tub, separate shower and ample storage. Two generously sized secondary bedrooms share a well designed Jack-and-Jill bath, providing comfort for family or guests. Step outside to your own backyard oasis, complete with a covered patio, multiple seating areas and more - perfect for weekend barbecues, outdoor dining and year-round entertaining in a peaceful, private setting. Ideally located in the sought-after Lake Highlands area, Merriman Estates offers convenient access to White Rock Lake, scenic parks, miles of hiking and biking trails, premier shopping, dining and entertainment. Residents enjoy easy commuting to major employment centers, along with highly regarded Richardson ISD, making this an exceptional place to call home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
9,278 sq ftLot Size
$335Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Nicholas Nordman• Ebby Halliday, REALTORS
Listed by Natalie Nordman• Ebby Halliday, REALTORS
Lake Highlands, located between White Rock Lake and Richardson, is a residential and outdoorsy Dallas neighborhood with a creek-laced greenbelt network and mid-century ranch streetscapes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Lake Highlands Town Center at Skillman Street and Walnut Hill Lane, where patios, local shops, and a steady café-and-errands rhythm set the tone. Community pillars include Vector Brewing, Lake Highlands Brewing Co., and the Lake Highlands North Branch Library. Brick ranch homes and updated contemporaries sit under mature trees, with pocket parks and trailheads threading through. White Rock Creek and nearby lakefront paths shape daily routines, from runs to dog walks. DART’s Lake Highlands Station adds a commuter-friendly edge without changing the quiet, park-forward feel.
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Market insights
8839 Kingsley Rd · $799,978
DAYS ON MARKET
54 days
The average home goes pending in 38 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.8%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$799,978
Median sale price in this area is $378,993. (53% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
26% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Open floor plan
Built-in features and cabinets
Decorative lighting
Walk-in closets
Window coverings
Two living areas
One dining area
Room count: 8
Levels: One
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms (all on the main level)
Primary bedroom with dual sinks, garden tub, separate shower, ensuite bath and walk-in closet
Split bedroom layout
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
Kitchen
Gas cooktop
Electric oven
Microwave
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Breakfast bar
Built-in cabinets
Solid surface (non-natural) countertops
Laundry & utility
Separate utility room with built-in cabinets
Full-size washer/dryer area
Washer hookup
Flooring
Carpet
Ceramic tile
Heating & cooling
Central heat
Central air
Electric cooling
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Covered front and rear porches
Patio
Gutters
Private, landscaped yard
Large backyard with grass
Sprinkler system
Wood fencing
Home design
Single family residence
One story
Located in Merriman Estates subdivision
Parking
Attached, oversized garage with automatic door (2 covered/garage spaces)
Driveway
Garage faces rear
Security
Smoke detectors installed
Audio and video surveillance devices present
Construction
Brick exterior
Composition roof
Slab foundation
Built in 1978 (preowned)
Utilities
City sewer and city water
Electricity connected
Individual gas meter
Individual water meter
Cable available
Underground utilities
Alley access
Sidewalk
HOA & community
No homeowners association
Part of the Merriman Estates planned development
Financial info
Listing terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Special listing conditions: Standard
Transaction type: For Sale
Other
No municipal utility district
Electricity and solar
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Beautiful LH traditional within walking distance of Merriman Park Elem, this home features a flexible floorplan on a beautiful treed lot. Upon entering you will be greeted with an open dining & living space with wall of windows to the large covered patio and oversized backyard. Wood floors and a brick WBFP make a welcoming living space. A second living space can serve as a home office, playroom, or den with sliding door access to the back patio. The split bedrooms feature a large master with an oversized bathroom and dual closets. The secondary bedrooms share a jack-n-jill bath. Newer carpet & exterior paint add value to this exceptionally well-maintained home. Stainless gas cooktop not shown in pictures.
Public Records
Jun 10, 2003
Sold
*
NTREIS #9626992
Apr 17, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Mar 19, 2003
Listed
$239,900
$100/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 19, 1997
Sold
*
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,130 (−0.2%)
$375,000 + $314,870
$689,870
2024
$16,164 (+5.4%)
$375,000 + $314,870
$689,870
2023
$15,336 (+10.3%)
$295,000 + $337,650
$632,650
2022
$13,907 (+5.3%)
$295,000 + $233,760
$528,760
2021
$13,208 (−7.0%)
$225,000 + $250,000
$475,000
2020
$14,205 (+9.8%)
$225,000 + $278,560
$503,560
2019
$12,937 (−3.8%)
$150,000 + $305,290
$455,290
2018
$13,446 (+33.7%)
$150,000 + $305,290
$455,290
2017
$10,058
$80,000 + $275,750
$355,750
2016
$10,057 (+8.9%)
$80,000 + $275,750
$355,750
2015
$9,239 (+5.0%)
$80,000 + $275,750
$355,750
2014
$8,803 (+3.9%)
$70,000 + $245,450
$315,450
2013
$8,471 (+14.0%)
$70,000 + $245,450
$315,450
2012
$7,432 (+0.7%)
$51,600 + $253,020
$304,620
2011
$7,379
2010
$7,380
2009
$7,380
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
76 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
9,283 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1978
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,388
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,388
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dallas County
APN
00000794079530000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 10, 2026.
R-7.5(A)
Single Family 7,500 sq ft District
This district comprises a major portion of the existing single family dwelling development of the city and is considered to be the proper zoning classification for large areas of the undeveloped land remaining in the city appropriate for single family dwelling use. This district is intended to be composed of single family dwellings together with public and private schools, churches, and public parks essential to create basic neighborhood units. Limited portions of these neighborhood units may consist of denser residential zoning classifications which are shown on the zoning district map or which later may be created by amendments to the map.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Office
Golf related
Park & open space
Dec 23, 2025 • Final
Residential alteration addition
Bathroom
Kitchen
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Dallas, TX • 75231
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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