North Oak Cliff

Dallas,TX

Next General Meeting Scheduled - Thursday, July 16th!

Neighborhood Dedicates Sign to Melanie Loe

See the article as published in People Newspapers

Photo's from Dedication available here

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WELCOME TO OUR NEIGHBORHOOD!

Surrounded by lush parks and greenbelts, Wynnewood North encompasses 350+ homes located on a hilly, scenic location. Zang Blvd. borders us on the East, Vernon Avenue on the West, N. Manus on the North, and Bizerte St. on the South. Recently we have been known in the press as the "neighborhood where friends are family". And clearly that is evident through the large participation of our neighborhood get-togethers, with neighbors who have grown-up in the neighborhood, and/or who have family still living in the neighborhood. Whether you are newcomers or old family friends, a friendly smile and a handshake are extended to all!

OUR HISTORY

Wynnewood Shopping Village and the surrounding neighborhood was developed by Dallas oilman Angus Wynne in 1948. The large strip shopping strip answered consumer needs during the post-war building boom in Oak Cliff. It was expanded during the 50 to include major department stores, a theatre, office buildings, banks, and a small hotel. Tenants included Titches', Colbert's, Margo La Mode, and Lily Dodson, who opened her first dress shop in Wynnewood Village. Large apartment complexes were also built at the south and east perimeters of the development. It was s successful venture for Wynne, who would later create the famous amusement park, Six Flags Over Texas.

The area North of the village was developed as Wynnewood North in the 1950's. One look at the homes makes it clear that this neighborhood catered to middle and upper income families Sprawling ranch style custom homes of traditional, western, and contemporary design, with the occasional two-story Colonial, wind around the hilly terrain.

Quality construction, large formal rooms, plaster moldings, spacious kitchens, and bright tile baths are found in Wynnewood North. Dallas architect Bud Oglesby designed one of his first contemporary homes on Bizerte Drive as a prototypical affordable house. The home extolled the virtues of nature, and took advantage of the hilly site. The design philosophy was fortunately contagious. Most have generous outdoor living areas that take advantage of the shady yards. Numerous small lakes and creeks course through the development. The neighborhood association is very active in Crime Watch, hosts neighborhood parties, and monitors development and redevelopment in the surrounding area. Homebuyers who appreciate the quality that was the hallmark of this neighborhood from the beginning are rediscovering Wynnewood North. The homes represent fine examples of their genre and offer excellent value.

Find more history on Wynnewood North at Preservation Dallas.