Wishlist Wednesday: A Home Fit for a Mayor and a Hall of Famer

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Speaking of mayors, former mayor Woodall Rodgers’ home at 5750 Swiss Ave is on the market, and this place has some serious history. It’s in need of some restoration, but with a little TLC, you can own a piece of Dallas history for under a million bucks.

Mayor Woodall Rodgers lived here with his wife from 1938 to 1959, during which time he served as the mayor of Dallas. From 1969 to 1973, while the home was owned by Norman Cook, it served as a home for unwed mothers. Listing agent Frank Hayward of Virginia Cook said soccer hall of famer Kyle Rote Jr. (son of Kyle Rote who had a successful football career at SMU and with the NY Giants) used to hang his cleats at the corner of Swiss and Skillman.

Almost 90 years later, the landmark home is still in good and workable condition. It has beautiful hardwood floors, beveled glass sunroom windows and a large garage and carriage structure in the back. Hayward said its just needs cosmetic improvements to bring it back to its former glory.

“This house was probably a real showplace back in the day,” he said. “It’s a historic property and is poised to be a very grand home once again. It’s in good, stable condition and very true to its original structure.”

Equipped with a Riverbend Sandler pool and a putting green, Hayward said the back of the property has an intimate resort feel.

Hayward also said that there has been “quite a resurgence on Swiss Ave” and that 3 or 4 homes have sold in the last 90 days. With all of the history inside these walls, it could be worth the investment. Maybe there’s something about this place that propels people into greatness. For just $950k, YOU could be the next mayor!

 

 

 

 

 

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  1. Cheryl on August 1, 2012 at 6:00 pm

    Fabulous home!!

  2. Cheryl on August 1, 2012 at 6:00 pm

    Fabulous home!!

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