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An Updated Home Near Denton's University Corridor — 1101 Pin Oak Drive
Welcome to 1101 Pin Oak Drive, a charming two-bedroom, one-bath home on a corner lot in the heart of Denton, just minutes from three major university campuses.
The home has been thoughtfully updated with fresh paint and new wood laminate flooring throughout, creating a bright, modern feel that is move-in ready from day one. The layout is straightforward and functional — oversized rooms that give you more flexibility than the bedroom count might suggest, a kitchen and living area that flow naturally into each other, and a separate utility room that adds convenience and extra storage. The garage comes equipped with built-in cabinets, making it as useful for a workshop or hobby space as it is for parking.
The corner lot location adds curb appeal and a bit more outdoor space than a standard lot, and the surrounding Denton neighborhood puts shopping, dining, and everything the city has to offer within easy reach.
For buyers looking to be close to campus — whether for work, school, or investment purposes — the location alone makes this one stand out. The seller is currently offering $3,500 in concessions for offers brought in during July, making this an even more compelling opportunity to explore.
Reach out to the team at Mills Real Estate Group to schedule a showing.
A Move-In Ready Home in Azle — 617 Rolling Ridge Court
Welcome to 617 Rolling Ridge Court, a three-bedroom, two-bath home in Azle, Texas that is refreshed, move-in ready, and positioned in a neighborhood with convenient access to everything you need.
Fresh interior paint throughout gives the home a bright, clean feel from the moment you walk in. The kitchen and laundry room feature updated flooring, and the overall layout is well-suited for comfortable everyday living — ample cabinet and counter space in the kitchen, generously sized bedrooms, and a primary suite with its own ensuite bath. The two additional bedrooms offer flexibility for family, guests, or a home office depending on your needs.
The location is a genuine selling point. Azle sits at that sweet spot between small-town charm and city convenience, with schools, shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation all within easy reach. For first-time buyers or growing families looking to get into the market without sacrificing quality of life, this is the kind of home worth serious consideration.
617 Rolling Ridge Court is a strong opportunity at an accessible price point. If it sounds like a fit, reach out and we can get you in for a showing.
Blue Bell's Lone Star Scoop Tour Is Coming to Fort Worth
Blue Bell is celebrating 119 years the right way — with a summer-long ice cream tour across Texas. The Lone Star Scoop Tour kicked off its North Texas leg on July 10 and will make more than 60 stops across the Metroplex through August 28, handing out free hand-dipped ice cream, hosting giveaways, and selling limited merchandise along the way.
For Fort Worth residents, the truck is scheduled to make several local stops in August. On August 18, you can catch it at the Albertsons on Clifford Street from 10 am to noon. August 20 brings two stops — Kroger on East Bonds Ranch Road in the morning and Kroger on West Bailey Boswell Road in the afternoon. August 21 wraps up the Fort Worth leg with a morning stop at Kroger on Basswood Boulevard. The tour is also rolling through surrounding communities including Granbury, Grapevine, Southlake, Colleyville, and Saginaw in the weeks surrounding those dates.
The timing also lines up with the launch of Blue Bell's newest limited-edition flavor, Chocolate Lava Cake — vanilla ice cream with chocolate cake pieces, chocolate sundae sauce, and a dark chocolate fudge swirl. Dates and times are subject to change, so check bluebell.com for the most current schedule before heading out.
Six Flags Over Texas Opens a World-Record Roller Coaster This Summer
Six Flags Over Texas officially opened its newest roller coaster, Tormenta Rampaging Run, on July 9 — and it comes with a handful of records attached. The ride is the tallest, fastest, longest, and first-ever giga dive coaster in the world, reaching 309 feet before sending riders down a 95-degree, 285-foot drop. For context, that drop is steeper than vertical.
The ride runs for about two minutes and 45 seconds total, with roughly one full minute of drops, loops, and a corkscrew once you clear the initial climb. The rodeo theme carries through the experience, from the decor in the queue to the gate that swings open at the start of the ride. Each car holds 24 riders across three rows. Lines are expected to be long given the buzz around the opening, but the park has added shade structures, umbrellas, and misting fans in the queue to make the wait a little more manageable in the summer heat.
If you have thrill-seekers in the family or just want to check off a genuine world record this summer, Tormenta is worth the trip to Arlington. Six Flags Over Texas is open daily through August 16.