Dallas Highland Park estate by Cole Smith heads to auction

A landmark 20,485-square-foot estate in Old Highland Park, designed as the final residential commission of architect Cole Smith, will sell at auction through Concierge Auctions. Bidding opens July 15 and the live sale is set for July 29 at Sotheby’s New York, with the property listed at $29.9 million.

Why it matters: - The sale puts one of Highland Park’s notable legacy properties in front of global buyers through auction. - The estate combines architectural pedigree, a rare acre-plus greenbelt lot, and a Dallas address tied to one of the region’s most coveted residential markets. - The auction format is designed to speed up the sale of a high-end property while expanding buyer reach.

What happened: - Concierge Auctions is selling the Cole Smith estate at 3711 Lexington Avenue in Dallas. - The property is listed at $29.9 million. - Bidding opens July 15 on conciergeauctions.com. - The live auction will take place July 29 at Sotheby’s New York as part of the New York Global Sales lineup. - Concierge Auctions is marketing the home in cooperation with Ralph Randall of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty.

The details: - The estate sits on a rare acre-plus corner lot overlooking Hackberry Creek Park in Old Highland Park. - Smith of Smith-Ekblad & Associates designed the home, and the residence was completed in 2012. - Crowbar Constructors built the estate, with design consultation by Sherry Hayslip Interiors. - The English Traditional residence spans approximately 20,485 square feet. - The home is described as the final residential commission of the late architect Cole Smith. - A two-story Great Room with engineered acoustics anchors the interior. - The Great Room opens to a screened porch with views of the greenbelt. - Formal entertaining areas include a grand dining room, a conservatory and multiple gathering spaces. - The chef’s kitchen includes commercial-grade appliances, stone surfaces, an expansive center island and a dedicated preparation kitchen. - The second-floor primary suite includes a gentleman’s study, screened balcony, spa-inspired bath, couture dressing rooms and private elevator access to the wellness amenities. - The home also includes four additional ensuite bedrooms and a private guest apartment. - Wellness features include a near-Olympic indoor natatorium with a heated pool, spa, cabana and fitness facilities. - The residence has seven fireplaces, a commercial elevator serving all four floors and parking for up to ten vehicles. - The estate’s photography is credited to Stephen Reed and Shoot2Sell. - Images of the property are available online.

Between the lines: - The listing leans on scarcity: final commission status, a protected greenbelt setting and luxury amenities that are harder to replicate in new construction. - Highland Park’s reputation for historic homes, top schools and close-in access to shopping and culture remains a key selling point for affluent buyers. - Concierge Auctions is positioning the property as both a home and an architectural collectible.

What’s next: - Buyers can begin bidding online July 15. - The sale will conclude with a live auction July 29 in New York. - The outcome will show whether auction demand can match the price expectations for a trophy Dallas estate.

The bottom line: - The Cole Smith estate is heading to auction as a rare mix of architectural significance, luxury scale and prime Highland Park location.