Live Large at the exquisite George Dahl designed 1505 Elm. This remarkable residence offers two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, a sleek open kitchen and a spacious combined dining and living area lined with a magnificent wall of windows showing dazzling views of Downtown Dallas. Interior features include custom cabinetry, wine fridge, stainless steel appliances, a fully equipped luxury bath for the primary and a bedroom-size primary closet. Enjoy the convenience of your private 7x8 storage closet just across the hall. The community amenities at 1505 are truly indulgent with a state-of-the-art gym, a gorgeous pool, dog run, wine vault, massage room, sauna, movie room, and 24-hour concierge and valet parking services. Perfectly situated just steps away from iconic landmarks like The National, AT&T Discovery District, Klyde Warren Park and all the best of Downtown Dallas, this residence is the epitome of the upscale urban living experience.
Address: 1505 Elm Street Architect: George Dahl Year Built: 1957 Year Built: Dallas: Federal Savings Building
Also known as: Dallas Federal Savings Building; Dresser Building, This 17-story building, which opened on 1 October 1957, was originally the home of Dallas Federal Savings and called the Dallas Federal Savings Building. Dallas Federal Savings started in 1919. Dahl created the building in a "modern" design with a blue-green porcelain and silver-gray enamel exterior, with a cast terrazzo grille. Robert E. McKee was the General Contractor. The interior lobby includes marble and teakwood trim and terrazzo floors
Dresser Industries bought the building in 1974 and moved its headquarters here. Dresser stayed until 1985 when it moved to the LTV Tower and sold the building to James Coker. The Dallas Chamber of Commerce purchased it in 1998 with plans to convert it to office space, but it proved to be too costly. Lazarus Property Co. purchased the building in 2001 and hired Merriman Associates Architects, Inc., to renovate it into 67 condominiums, creating the first downtown highrise converted to condominiums. During the renovation, the metal and glass façade was replaced.
Building Amenities:
Individual storage unit across hall from front door of unit
Valet service (no self park)
Fitness room completely remodeled
Party/event room available in building
Remodel plans underway for common areas!
Wine room with individual wine lockers inside historic bank vault
Outdoor pool, dog walk, gazebos with furniture and grills
24 Hour concierge services, including mail/package handling
High speed elevators
Across the street from new Thompson Hotel
Two blocks to AT&T Discovery Plaza
Steps to restaurants, banks, grocery, pharmacies, etc
Located in the northeast corner of downtown Dallas, the Dallas Arts District is the largest contiguous urban arts district in the nation, spanning 68 acres and 19 contiguous blocks. This iconic neighborhood has more buildings designed by Pritzker award-winning architects than any location in the world.
AT&T Performing Arts Center
Belo Mansion and Pavilion
Booker T Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts
Crow Museum of Asian Arts
Dallas Black Dance theatre
Dallas Museum of Arts
Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Dallas Theater Center
Klyde Warren Park
Moody Performance Hall
Morton H Meyerson Symphony Hall
Nasher Sculpture Garden
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
The Dallas Opera
The Winspear Opera House
Downtown Entertainment District
The National The National is positioned in the heart of Downtown Dallas at 1401 Elm Street and was the tallest building west of the Mississippi River when it delivered in 1964 as a 1.3 million square foot office tower. Vacant since 2010, Todd Interests, in partnership with Moriah Capital, is in the process of redeveloping this iconic tower into a new, modern, $450mm mixed-use building after acquiring controlling interest in the project in February 2019. The historic redevelopment will contain Thompson Hotels’ “flagship” in the State of Texas, 324 Class A multifamily units, 37,000 square feet of office space including a lease signed with Downtown Dallas, Inc., and 43,000 square feet of retail space. The Thompson Hotel will deliver in Fall 2020 in addition to the first turn of the multifamily apartment units, office, and retail space
East Quarter East quarter is a neighborhood filled with turn-of-the-century brick, stone and timber jewel boxes. These historic automobile showrooms have been home to Dallas’ most innovative companies since its inception as “Auto-Row” in the 1920s. Captivated by the history and transcendent architecture, Todd Interests set out to acquire 18 historic buildings in 2018. The acquisition totaled about 200,000 square feet acquired from four owners to be converted into a combination of office and retail space. When complete, East Quarter will be an urban destination district within Dallas.
In addition to restoring the existing 18 historic buildings of East Quarter, the project also includes a new 20-story mixed use development with retail, office and residential space. Though an expansive building, the new development has been carefully designed to respect the already existing historic structures. At its core is the nearly 100-year-old Meletio building, which will serve as the centerpiece of the new development. The project features 200,000 square feet of offices, 25,000 square feet of retail space, and 336 class A residential apartments, complete with an eighth-floor amenity deck with a swimming pool and outdoor areas.
AT&T Discovery District One of the best things about the Discovery District is the range of things to see and do – The Media Wall consists of more than 9,000 square feet of futuristic, colorful high-definition displays on a 104-foot tall outdoor wall interpreting communication in the natural world. The Globe is a 30-foot-tall, three-dimensional representation of AT&T’s iconic logo, decorated with 30,000 LEDs. Visitors can walk inside the installation to experience arrangements of light and sound that fuse art and technology. The AT&T Experience Store features immersive exhibits of TV and movie productions in partnership with WarnerMedia, which is constantly rotating new content. Enjoy the free ultra-fast 5G and WiFi in The Plaza, the Grove, or on the Lawn. Hungry? You can find everything from high-end steak and seafood to tacos, falafels, waffles, and more, or meet friends for craft cocktails and specialty beers at one of the welcoming bars. Our ultimate goal is to bring delight, cultivate imagination, and spark discoveries that foster communication and reinforce the links between all of us.
West End Whether you’re a local searching for fun things to do in Downtown Dallas or a visitor wanting to experience the best of the Historic District, the West End is the ultimate destination. Our community is full of restaurants, museums, shops, and entertainment. Searching for new office space to lease, we have it all! The West End combines historic charm with modern elements and an electric atmosphere for those looking to live, work or play in the best neighborhood in Dallas!
Victory Park Victory Park is the entertainment epicenter of Dallas, boasting streets lined with restaurants, bars and local shops that surround the American Airlines Center. The district offers a contemporary atmosphere with high-end dining and beverage locales, escape rooms, sports bars and sidewalk cafes, attracting young professionals with a focus on connectivity and community.
Victory Park is conveniently located on the North edge of Downtown Dallas within walking distance to the Katy Trail, the DART commuter rail and the Trinity Rail Express, which offers service to Fort Worth, showcasing a thorough landscape of food, diversity, and local culture.
Klyde Warren Park Klyde Warren Park serves as a central gathering space for Dallas and its visitors. The 5.2-acre deck park, designed by The Office of James Burnett, is an urban green space built over the recessed Woodall Rodgers Freeway between Pearl and St. Paul streets in downtown Dallas. Klyde Warren Park is a highly active space, providing daily free programming for the public ranging from yoga to lecture series to outdoor concerts and films. The park is privately operated and managed by the Woodall Rodgers Park Foundation.
The Park is undertaking an estimated $76-million project to add 1.7 acres over Woodall Rodgers Freeway, just west of St. Paul Street. This land will be used for a pavilion and additional public park space, accessible year round for the community and guests.
Farmers Market Nestled among the skyscrapers and the hustle of the city is a place where farmers become friends. In the middle of everything but away from it all, since 1941, the Dallas Farmers Market has been filled with wholesome produce and the collective fruits of our labor. Once a humble horse-and-wagon wholesale business, the market has grown with the city and turned into a hub for farm-fresh vegetables, dairy and more.
Today, in the heart of downtown, the Dallas Farmers Market exists to cultivate a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle for all of North Texas. Seasonal produce, free-range meats, fresh eggs, artisan pantry staples, and handmade arts + crafts can be found in The Shed every weekend year round. All products are grown and raised within Texas or 400 miles of Dallas, ensuring that the selection is always fresh, seasonal, and supports local agriculture. The Market + The Shops at Harvest and Taylor Lofts are home to locally-owned small businesses with shopping and eats throughout. The Dallas Farmers Market is proudly Go Texan Certified, Member of the Farm Bureau + Dallas Agricultural Club + Farmers Market Coalition + American Farm Bureau Federation + Best Of Dallas by Dallas Observer and a Certified Farmers Market by The Texas Department of Agriculture.
Parks & Trails
White Rock Lake | Arboretum
Trails :: Biking :: Kayaking :: Sailing
White Rock Lake: White Rock Lake is one of the most heavily used parks in the Dallas Park system and is the location of many special events and runs. White Rock Lake offers a variety of active and passive activity options and is one of the best places to experience natural areas and wildlife in an urban setting.Arboretum: The Dallas Arboretum, one of the most beautiful outdoor attractions in Dallas, features 66-acres of spectacular display gardens that showcase incredible seasonal flowers, ornamental shrubs, trees and plant collections in a serene setting on White Rock Lake.
Professional, loyal, trustworthy… Ask anyone who knows or who has worked with Carmen and they will tell you these qualities can still be found in someone who truly cares about his clients and friends. A desire to help others succeed and a commitment that goes beyond all expectations. This is Carmen’s model of client care, what motivates him to be the best, which consistently earns him the recognition as one of Dallas’ best realtors and top producers.
Carmen grew up in a close family environment with supportive parents and three brothers. The competitive spirit began at an early age. Thriving in many different sports, Carmen felt most comfortable on the golf course where he groomed his talents at a very young age and ultimately earned a scholarship as a collegiate golfer. The skills that helped him succeed at golf, are also the foundation of his character – patience, hard work, and honesty – professional skills that transcend all cultural and socioeconomic barriers.
After graduating from college, Carmen worked in public relations and marketing for the House of Blues and Dallas Morning News. Most recently, Carmen was a business manager for a high profile client in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area. During these years Carmen traveled the world and managed millions of dollars in properties and assets. He even obtained a contractor’s license in order to act as general contractor over any work on his client’s properties – hiring only the best contractors, negotiating the best prices, and holding them to a standard of perfection for his client. His organizational skills, professionalism, dependability, and attention to detail paved the way for his client’s continued success.
Carmen has extensive knowledge of the Dallas-Ft. Worth Real estate market and knows that listening to and understanding his client’s needs are the most important step in the buying or listing process. Carmen believes that being available and responsive to his client’s is what it takes to exceed his client’s satisfaction. For buyers, Carmen provides ongoing market analysis reports of the area housing inventory ensuring the most current listings are always made available. For sellers, a detailed marketing plan that includes professional photography, followed by extensive on-line exposure & open houses facilitates successful home sales, at the best price, in the least amount of time.
Long distance clients benefit from his relentless follow-up and communications using email, text, photo, 3D Tours, and video messaging to get them the information they need quickly.
Whether working for a seller or the buyer, Carmen is an experienced and skillful negotiator. His relationships with other real estate professionals expand the network of opportunities for all his clients.
Real estate is a relationship-based business, and Carmen strives to create client relationships built on trust and confidence. By putting his client’s needs first, Carmen works tirelessly for his buyers and sellers developing effective plans with well-defined goals and implementing creative marketing plans. From the first time you meet Carmen through closing, you can rest knowing he’s working hard to help you accomplish your goal. His relationships are long-standing and referrals are always the result.
In the ever changing world of real estate, staying current and relevant are critical. This has been the key to the success Frances enjoys in her real estate career. Coming from a background of marketing and advertising, the real estate industry was a perfect fit for Frances, with her ability to clearly define and achieve clients goals. A well respected and experienced agent, who is part of a group that is committed to excellence, Frances provides the very best for each client.
We’ve wanted to buy a home for a while, but these days it seemed like a daunting thought. To say we wanted a home but dreaded the process is an understatement. However, we approached our friends and family for recommendations on a real estate agent. We had several recommendations, but Carmen’s came from a friend of a family member, which was a plus for us. From our initial call, Carmen was kind, attentive to our questions, and authentic, which we appreciated. Ultimately, we decided to look no further.
Once we started looking, thank goodness for Carmen, whose knowledge about homes, home values, and location helped us see things about houses in ways we hadn’t before. He helped us pinpoint what was it about certain properties that didn’t feel like “home.” He’d say, “We can find something better.” We are so glad we listened to his advice and genuine feedback on each house because he found us our home.
Carmen’s support has meant everything. He demystified the home buying process for us by always answering our questions and calming any nerves we had. Trust him, because he has a plan and a strategy for every step in this process. He advocated for us. We cannot stress enough how much he cares about his clients. He always communicated with us possible outcomes and ways we could approach every scenario. His expansive network of contractors and inspectors is amazing and such a relief because this ensured the safety of our future home, which also helped during negotiations, which Carmen dealt with and navigated with ease and expertise.
Through every step we felt well taken care of by Carmen and his team. We always felt Carmen had our backs and truly cared about us and our home! We will be recommending him to everyone. To anyone reading, Carmen is the best choice, he’s an experienced professional who genuinely connects with people. He will advocate for you and your needs. He is THE person you want on your team.
-Brian & Fatima
Carmen DiPenti is the best realtor we could have imagined working with. This was our first home purchase and he made the process so simple and seamless for us! His responsiveness and honesty were impeccable throughout the whole experience- from our initial interest in using him throughout the whole purchasing process, he was always there if we needed him no matter how many questions we had! Even after the purchase of the home, he was checking in on us to make sure everything went to plan with moving, setting up utilities and any other tasks we needed. He really paid attention to every aspect of every detail. Carmen made us feel very seen and heard throughout the whole process. He truly cared about finding us our perfect home- no matter how long it took! It was so great to get to work with him and we hope to work with him in the future (and refer him to anyone who is willing to listen to us)!
-Leighton Youngblood &Â Kaitlyn Snyder
We were referred to Carmen by our daughter & son-in-law who had previously purchased a home in Dallas.
We actually started working with Carmen when we had decided to make the move from KS after a lifetime there. Carmen guided us through this entire process for 3 years until he found us the absolute perfect home! We really had no idea of where we should live but Carmen always seemed to know.
Throughout the entire process, Carmen was always quick to return phone calls, emails & texts. He would counsel us on homes that we thought we wanted, but would point out reasons why he felt it wasn’t for us.
Carmen is never pushy or in this job for a quick sale. He is truly passionate about his work. He knows Dallas and the suburbs so well and knew what was right for us. Carmen continues to still check in on us and provide valuable resources for our home needs.
We will be forever grateful to Carmen for finding us our perfect Dallas home.
-Phil & Connie Padgett
Carmen DiPenti lives his Core Values: Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty. I became associated with Carmen and his wonderful team in 2021 at the beginning of the first of our three transactions. I am not putting an end year (2023 purchase) given we (husband and I) will remain clients should the need arise.
Carmen was the selected realtor for my best friend, a 42-year IBM executive turned realtor upon retirement. I calculated my friend Kathy’s intensity level and knew her positive feedback reflected the enthusiasm and dedication to craft that Carmen represented to her over several transactions past and present. “After the Sale” newsletters and Carmen’s personal cell phone proved Loyalty in addition to Honesty and Integrity.
Our forever home had been remodeled one year prior as a forever home for a widow who unexpectedly fell in love and moved. The remodel 40+ y.o. home came with challenges that appeared easily addressed by a plethora of qualified professionals in Carmen’s Rolodex. From the expert inspector to plumbing and HVAC, Carmen had our backs and not only initiated the contacts but followed up, and continues to do so.
I hope I don’t have to call on Carmen’s Rolodex again but am confident Carmen will be there for me. As a former hospital CFO and Arthur Andersen consultant I heartily endorse the professionalism and guiding principles lived by Carmen DiPenti.
-Mr. & Mrs. Huddleston
Carmen is simply the best and only real estate agent I partner with or recommend in the DFW area. He is the most consummate professional I have met across any industry, and he surrounds himself with a network of experts that makes the real estate process complete and enjoyable. Partnering with him as a first time home buyer and then as a first time home seller, Carmen works fast, thoroughly, and walks you through each step of the process with compelling data and insightful perspective. He is a tireless advocate for his client, and those I've recommended and I have remarked that when working with Carmen, we feel as if we were his only client, even though we know his workload spans the metroplex and beyond.
I cannot say enough good things about Carmen and his team. Working with him puts you in the best of hands and relieves a tremendous burden from what could be an otherwise stressful time. Thank yourself later and reach out to him now - you too will be singing his praises to anyone and everyone with a DFW real estate need.
-Jack Swearingen
Carmen is a complete PRO. Not only is he an expert in the Dallas metro real estate market, he became an expert in what we were looking for and helped guide us through the process in ways that resulted in a better outcome than we imagined for ourselves. He educated us on problems we wouldn't have noticed ourselves and when the right house became available he navigated the closing phenomenally, calling on a team of contractors, arborists, inspectors, and other professionals to ensure that 1) the property was solid and 2) we got money back for minor repairs and cleaning. We trusted Carmen so much that we closed on our house SIGHT-UNSEEN from across the country - and we couldn't be happier to feel at home now. We'd recommend Carmen 100 times over.
-Nic & Larry
Carmen is by far the best realtor I have ever used. This was the 8th house we have sold, so we are very familiar with the process. My husband and I feel very fortunate to have worked with Carmen DiPenti because this sales experience has been unlike any we have had before. None of the other realtors we had used spent even a fraction of the time with us that Carmen did. From the very first visit to after the sale and beyond. Carmen was honest, detail oriented and willing to push up his sleeves and help with anything we needed.
Starting with the first meeting at our house, Carmen knew exactly how to get the house ready and stage it perfectly for it to show like a model home. Every room was discussed and arranged just so. I welcomed the advice and the help because I wanted my house to sell quickly, and it did.
Due to his advice, attention to detail, and his expertise in knowing the best time of day to photograph our house, the advertising pictures were stunning. Everything was perfect and so many people were interested. We were under contract within a few days and the rest is history.
Carmen was extremely hard working, never pushy, always available, and completely willing to give us any amount of his time that we needed. He has become a friend as well as a realtor and we definitely will be calling him in the future if need be as well as highly recommending him to all my friends and family!
-Andy & Vicki Crider
We mean every word and appreciate you so much!
Carmen helped us buy our very first home in 2015. We had less than a day to see the home and make an offer. We weren't familiar with the neighborhood, but Carmen gave us the information we needed and we took the plunge. We ended up in the most amazing location, and were incredibly happy with the home and Carmen's work as our agent. I know for a fact that his relationship with the seller's agent and his relentless work were the only reasons we beat 5 other offers (including one all cash).
When we were ready to buy our second home we had a long list of demands. For over 5 years Carmen showed us dozens of homes without complaint or pressure. He responds to communication immediately, day or night. When we saw the listing for our second house, we were on vacation. By that time, Carmen knew our taste and needs so intimately that we were completely comfortable with him viewing the home on our behalf. Once again, his reputation and relationships with other agents won us our home. In the crazy 2021 market we beat a cash offer and paid under asking.
Naturally, we turned to Carmen to sell our first home and we had offers over asking on the first day. I was so impressed by the amount of work Carmen put into preparing our listing. From planning, staging, photos, and marketing, he had every base covered. It's very stressful to buy and sell a house at the same time, but I knew we could trust Carmen and rely on his professional experience. At the end of the entire process, I realized that Carmen's advocacy in 2015 had the single biggest impact on our family's financial success. Our first home was the best financial investment we've ever made, and the profits from that transaction paid for the remodel of our new house.
Most importantly, Carmen values family, relationships, and people. He will fight hard for you as a client, but he treats everyone with respect. Carmen's integrity and grounded values are the reasons we've trusted him to guide us again and again through these life-altering transactions. We can't recommend him highly enough, and are happy to call him a friend!
-Filip Fenrych & Gina Ford
Buying and finding a home at the top of the Dallas market was quite the process. As an experienced investor of real estate in the Southern California market, I wasn’t expecting the same level of demand in Texas. After a trial with an agent that assisted me with three all cash offers that were not accepted, I quickly realized that I needed to partner with a top real estate agent that was experienced and connected to the community that I was targeting.
That is when I was introduced to Carmen Dipenti. Our first conversation was extremely enlightening. He explained to me his knowledge of the market; plus, his personal experience with the different areas that I was targeting. I appreciated his honesty and straight-forward attitude on steering me away from neighborhoods with crime issues and depreciation potential. This was exactly the qualities I needed to form a long-term relationship for investing in this market.
Upon finding my first property to actively pursue with Carmen as my agent, he made the connections with the sellers agent immediately. We agreed on submitting an offer after careful consideration and research. Our offer was accepted and the deal was in full swing. Carmen handled every aspect from start to finish. He went the extra mile with a plumbing issue that happened right before closing. He represented us with a level of customer service that is hard to find these days. Needless to say, we found our partner in real estate moving forward from here on out. We cannot wait to find another investment with Carmen leading the way. Carmen and his team are amazing and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to purchase a property.
-Mary McCracken
When I say that I was anxious about starting the process of selling my house, I mean I was in full shut-down-crawl-under-the-covers-act-like-my-relocation-isn’t-actually-happening mode. However, thank goodness a couple of friends urged me to give Carmen a call.
He came over and was oozing genuine excitement to help me get out from under this house and onto my next big risk. Before he left that day I knew I had to pick him over the other realtors that I had talked to earlier in the week. Carmen is passionate and serious about his craft. He pays attention to the details so much so that when he walked into the house he immediately knew my living room paint color and what lighting makes it look best. He gave me a detailed, personalized list of items that I could do to enhance my home selling experience as well as coordinated amazing help for getting all of these things done with a very quick turnaround. We listed within a week, sold on Monday, and closed that Friday. It was truly amazing.
Carmen and his team gave me their undivided attention and support through this process and empowered me during this time that I had melted into a scattered ball of anxiety. If I didn’t have them to lead me through this process, you could likely find me still hiding under the covers and ignoring the inevitable. They are all incredibly authentic, professional, and personal. They have a knack for reading people which they use to provide a personalized service while going above and beyond the call of duty because they genuinely care. This team is clearly known for their integrity and pure excellence, and are really the only logical choice to buy or sell your next home.
Thank you, Carmen, Frances, and team, for guiding me through this process! I sincerely could not have done it without you all.
-Katie Bridges
I always like to think of Carmen as the James Bond of real estate. He’s top of his class, always well spoken, well mannered, a gentleman in every sense of the word. He’s also incredibly detailed, follows thru on every job and always delivers what’s promised no matter how many obstacles or challenges he endures along the way.
Carmen is incredibly personable, easy to talk to and always goes the extra mile in making sure the client feels completely at ease. He’s always up for cool locations or listings and never misses an opportunity to show a house that you are interested in…even if he knows its not right. That’s because he will not settle for anything less than the best.
Carmen is also incredibly patient - he knows that its not about the destination but the journey to get there. I can personally attest to this - because having been a friend to Carmen for 15 years, a client for 7 and someone looking for a house for 5, dealing with me is much like James Bond dealing with Goldfinger - high maintenance, opinionated and throwing curve balls left and right. However, you know how the story goes...
And much like 007, Carmen is also incredibly well respected among his peers in the field. Which only helps the client when networking and searching for new listings, off market opportunities and easy closing negotiations.
And where would James Bond be without Q? Well, look no further than to Frances. Aside from being an amazing real estate agent herself, she has an uncanny knack of dissecting each listing. With her indomitable triple finger tap on any floor, tub, countertop or wall - she can tell you what’s real, fake, decent or just really bad. Its like the best gadget 007 can have and just can’t be beat. And much like Q, Frances excels at thinking ahead and helps make sure that any closing with Carmen goes without a hitch. The partnership between the two of them could be said in one phrase - a seamless experience.
So - aside from not being British (yet Italian) or apart of MI5, don’t hesitate - Camen DiPenti is the man for the job.
You won’t regret it. I certainly don't.
-Zack Henderson
You should work with Carmen over any other agent is based on 5 key strengths that differentiate him from most real estate professionals.First, Carmen will listen carefully to what you’re looking for and help you identify your priorities – what’s a must-have vs. a nice-to-have? He helped us prioritize homes based on (1) our vision for our family, (2) the aesthetic we preferred, and (3) the functionality that matched our lifestyle. My husband and I joked that it was like having a couples therapist, because Carmen really knew us that well and helped us navigate to the right area and the right house.
Second, Carmen will not let you waste time on properties that do not align to those values. He never pushed us to pick a property. In fact, he often told me, “No, we’re not seeing that. It doesn’t fit the bill for you and it’d be a waste of time.” By doing so, he saved us a lot of effort and heartache in finding our home.
Third, he is incredible at negotiating and helped us save a lot of money in a quick turnaround. We expected a $2K concession from the seller but instead, we received $8K. And we were able to close on our property in a matter of days! This is where we really saw Carmen’s deep knowledge of real estate come into play, as he advised us on what to ask for after our inspection.
Fourth, Carmen has the most incredible work ethic. I received a response within 30m of every text, email, or phone call – no matter the time of day! When we attended weekend open houses and found a property that we were considering, Carmen was often available within 20m to come by and validate our interest. He was incredibly patient and thorough in explaining every step of the process and every line of our contract. He was hands-on and represented our interests at every step.
Finally, Carmen does not treat you like a customer alone- he really becomes a friend. He generously gave us a gift and champagne on our Closing Day, ordered us a large pizza on Moving Day when we were bone-tired, and sent us hand-written notes in the first week we lived in our house. He’s demonstrated a vested interest in our happiness and I cannot imagine working with anyone else.
I could go on and on, but I’ll leave it at this. Buying a home is most likely the largest purchase you’ll make in your lifetime, and you deserve to feel like you’re working with someone who really understands you and helps translate that into the best home that you can afford. I’ve met with many real estate agents in the last few years and Carmen DiPenti stands out from them all.
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-David & Sailu E
Carmen DiPenti is far more than a realtor: he is my trusted advisor on how to lay the foundation for my family’s future; he just happens to work in real estate. I have never worked with any professional who works harder to not only deliver results … but to understand the deeper why that drives me. He understands that a house is more than a building and he intuitively understands how to align properties with my often-changing priorities.
I have used Carmen four or five times over the course of my family’s journey, buying and selling multiple homes (some of which had multiple uses outside of being a place to live). In every case, he supported me through even the tiniest details of the transactions. And he has remain involved as small issues arose after the sale, doing everything from recommending furniture to helping me find the right contractors.
He is my agent for life and, even better, my friend. I could not recommend a single professional more strong than Carmen DiPenti.
-Jeremy Gregg
As a real estate investor, working with a like-minded agent who understands your needs is crucial. I worked with Carmen and his team on the purchase of two houses and I always felt an enormous support during the entire process. He will be in the trenches with you fighting the same fight. I trust him, and his excellency in delivering results speaks for itself. I highly recommend Carmen and his team whether you are an investor or first-time buyer. He will get things done
-Turgut Ozkan
Carmen DiPenti is truly the consummate real estate professional. His knowledge of the marketplace, strong work ethic, responsiveness, high energy level, and eagerness to exceed his clients’ expectations clearly put him in a league all his own.
Using advanced technology, he marketed my downtown Dallas condo in such a way to differentiate it from others. His efforts yielded a beautiful presentation of the amenities of the condo, building and surrounding areas, generating interest from buyers in not only the property for sale but also the “lifestyle” of living in the city center. Carmen also showcased the property with impressive high quality website and 3D virtual tours, measuring internet activity with statistical data. Having bought and sold many properties, Carmen’s expansive marketing was unparalleled!
Carmen is a good listener, highly attentive to his clients, dedicated, and results driven. He is an excellent communicator and eager to ask for feedback in an effort to continuously improve “the client experience”.
Above all, he’s got a cool vibe! He’s the guy you want by your side, on your team, and at your table. I can’t say enough about how impressive he is … in a laidback, down home, kind of way.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED … Carmen DiPenti, and his associate, Frances! You will not be disappointed.
-Kathy Kendrick
Carmen is the most dedicated agent in the DFW real estate market. He was referred to me by a friend. She spoke high praises of his hard work and representation. Needless to say, my friend was right! I am so glad that Carmen represented my best interests in selling and purchasing of a home.
Even during the pandemic, Carmen pushed harder and harder to get the best buyer for my property. He was dedicated around the clock to represent the value my home had to offer. His attention to detail was very apparent in the marketing of my home. Through his connections in the market, he brought in the very right buyers. All negotiations, transactions were handled in the most professional manner. The purchaser of my home is very happy.
I have never come across a person so passionate about their work. Carmen is the best agent in Dallas region.
Carmen, aligned the sale of my home with the purchase of a new home for me. He went to bat, to get me a fair value for the home I wanted. During peak demand, Carmen negotiated and closed on the new home for me, He connected me with professionals in the market for opinions. He really has a solid network for individuals who trust him and are willing to help his clients.
I am very happy with the results of selling and buying a home. All of the credit is due to Carmen for his persistence, dedication and hard work. His work ethic and standards are outstanding. I got to know Carmen through business and today I am proud to call him a friend.
Honestly, there is no one better to represent your best interest in the real estate market than Carmen. I hope all future buyers and sellers will be elevated to the experience; Carmen has to offer.
-Ty Kapoor
My partner and I got referred to Carmen from a good friend of ours who had great success selling his condo a few years back. From the moment Carmen responded to our text introduction, to the first time we met with him in person at our Dallas condo, Carmen's positive hopeful energy radiated throughout — even while wearing a face mask. Being somewhat anxious first-time sellers, we didn't know what to expect or how to begin — especially during a pandemic. But Carmen assured us not to worry and we really didn't worry much having him as our realtor. Carmen knows what he is doing being a seasoned realtor and the myriad of successful real estate deals secured — like the recent Airplane Hangar real estate deal. Impressive. Our experience with Carmen began by him thoroughly assessing our condo's condition pointing out items in need or repair before listing. He connected us to his longstanding repair guy who resolved all of our issues at a decent price point. With repairs completed, he enlisted his seasoned staging stylist to transform our 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 820 square foot condo into a tastefully, simple, elegantly modern home ready for photographing and showing. As part of his plethora of real estate services, Carmen's team creates a 3D virtual tour affect that takes any potential buyer and virtually transports them into "their new place" when viewing the MLS listing before even stepping foot on property. This added feature gives buyers a realistic vantage point of life living in our condo. I almost wanted to buy it because it was so good and real. It made me smile every time I played with the 3D virtual rendering because of how life-like it was. We were listed only for a week with a handful of offers coming in before we accepted one. Carmen patiently guided us through the offers weighing their pros and cons. We of course had certain parameters an offer must include which Carmen fully understood and agreed to. With an offer accepted, Carmen and his team kept us up-to-date as well as checked in every other day via text and voice mail as we progressed through all of the buying phases. Carmen has a wonderful over the phone voice that is calm, soothing and reflective. His attention to detail and many years of experience helped us feel at ease the entire time. We happily recommend Carmen DiPenti of the Carmen DiPenti Group to any potential seller out there. In fact, we've already recommended Carmen to a friend of ours when they are ready to list their condo. I will say that if we lived or moved anywhere in Dallas in the future, we would seek Carmen's buying guidance at first chance. Carmen is very special to us because he sold our first condo. And the first time selling experience with him and his team was a really good first time.
-Scott V. & Scott C.
Carmen DiPenti is a reliable professional who will do everything he can to get you exactly what you want. My wife and I recently purchased and sold a home with him and recommend his services highly. His real estate expertise helped us get through the process quickly and well informed.
When showing homes, Carmen does a phenomenal job of seeking out issues that a buyer needs to know about. He will get a great understanding of what you are looking for and help you avoid properties that do not align with your needs. In a situation with multiple offers we were able to count on Carmen to ensure we got our dream home. Throughout the home buying process, he was there every step of the way with prompt communication and solutions to every problem.
Before selling our home with Carmen he gave us a long list of items we needed to do in order to maximize the value. It was clear his main goal was ensuring we got the most money possible from the sale. The staging company he brought in did an incredible job and helped our home sell for far more than we ever thought possible.
Even now Carmen is someone I can call on for help. He is someone who understands how to make a connection with people and treat them like more than a client. We had a few small issues after moving into our new home and Carmen was there to help us deal with the home warranty company. On moving day he was nice enough to send us a few pizzas to keep us going. He went above and beyond for us every step of the way. You will not regret working with him.
-Wilson & Molly Martin
We got to know Carmen while visiting several of open houses in his portfolio over the years. He always seemed to be the perfect blend of likable and professional. The more we talked to him, his expertise and passion for real estate really impressed. When it came time for us to put our own home on the market, we definitely wanted to partner with Carmen. That turned out to be a very good decision.
While we’ve bought and sold several houses over the years, working with Carmen exceeded our previous experiences and expectations for the sale. We relied on him to set a sale priced based on his experience, which turned out to be quite a bit higher than our own thoughts of the market. Supported with exceptional professional photography, Carmen worked hard on creating a compelling marketing story with thoughtful and strategic descriptions showcasing all the home’s features and upgrades.
We teased Carmen that he’s the James Brown of Real Estate – the hardest working man in the business. He worked through three different buyers and their agents, trying to close on accepted contracts in very difficult market and financial conditions during this Pandemic. We trusted him completely. Through his expertise and hard work it resulted in a sale slightly above list price! Carmen absolutely earned our highest recommendation.
-Robb & Aimee Hicks
Carmen is truly a master of his craft, and I would most certainly recommend his services to anyone in need of an expert real estate professional. He helped my wife and I purchase our new home and sell our old home. Both processes went seamlessly thanks to Carmen’s experience and guidance.
Real estate contracts can be quite complicated, but with Carmen on our side, he explained every detail to ensure tactful negotiations and that the client (us) received the best value. His meticulous attention to detail gives him a thorough understanding of the fine print of every deal, which gave us tremendous peace of mind, both as a buyer and as a seller.Additionally, Carmen was fantastic to work with and is quick to pick up a call or respond to a text at any hour of the day. Carmen is sharp and personable, and after working together, I consider him a friend.
-Kyle & Rachel Wetsch
When we met Carmen we were in the 13th month of unsuccessful house hunting, we were so tired and leery of working with another “agent”. After a productive, uplifting conversation with Carmen, we knew we were in good hands. Carmen is one of a kind, and definitely on top of his game. He is thoughtful and gets to know his clients so that he may provide them with fitting properties to view. He is always on point and truly listens to what you have to say.
Meeting & working with Carmen was one of the best decisions we made. He is absolutely the most genuine, honest, hardest working agent in the city. In the shortest amount of time we found the perfect home. He walked us through each step throughly and informed us of what was going on at every turn. He and his team set up the easiest timeline in their client portal with dates and deadlines to remember. He & his team also offer dependable contacts for everything, from Home Warranty to Repair Services to Housekeepers, they cover all the bases.
Carmen is someone you can depend on and makes home buying joyful. He and his team are knowledgeable and always on point to answer any question or concern. Not to mention his email newsletters are on point, offering current real estate facts, ideas, and fun places to grab a bite.
We will always recommend the DiPenti Team to anyone in need of a fabulous agent.
-Kevin & Shea
My family and I have now trusted Carmen to lead us through the journey of selling and buying twice. We hope to not move again for a very long time but if we do he will be our choice the third time around as well.
He was very patient and helped us as we looked at multiple houses and explored several different neighborhoods. Then after all of this we decided to switch gears and build! Carmen didn’t miss a beat. He became our go between with the builder, helped us make decisions that could potentially impact resale value in the future and in general was there to support us in any way we needed.
He also helped us get above market value for the home we were in and he and his team helped us find a nice interim place to live while the home was being built.
We cannot think of anybody else that we would rather work with. Carmen and his team are second to none. Not only is he our agent but we also consider him a friend.
-The Elder Family
Working with Carmen was wonderful as he gave us incredible insight and guidance as we were buying our first home. He was consistent and supportive, always taking time to answer any questions we had no matter the time of the day, showing his drive, passion, and respect for his clients. He always went above and beyond for us, and his knowledge and experience were invaluable for helping us navigate the difficult terrain of finding and purchasing our first home!
There is no one out there who works harder, gives more to their clients, or is as helpful and honest as Carmen Dipenti. His keen eye and depth of knowledge during the home buying process helped us at every turn and his reassurance helped keep us at ease during a stressful time. Working with him was also fun and enjoyable since he had such a deep understanding of what we liked, what we wanted, and our future goals as a family.
I would absolutely recommend Carmen to anyone looking for a fantastic realtor who was invaluable throughout the entire home buying process and have already recommended him to friends and family!
-Nicholas & Kathleen Moody
My wife and I have worked with Carmen as both buyers and sellers, and there are myriad reasons we’ve continued the relationship. Above all, Carmen is the consummate professional. He knows his market, is great with his communication, and is confident in his ability to provide the best product. The buying and selling process is one of the more challenging ventures people can undertake, but Carmen makes it much easier with his approach. More than anything, the best compliment we can give Carmen is that we wouldn’t hesitate for a second to refer or recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell.
-Luke & Liesl Hlavacek
If you’re thinking about buying a house, you should get Carmen on your side. His dedication and knowledge got us a house that we still can’t believe is our own. His availability allowed us to be the most competitive in a very competitive market, many times viewing houses the first night they were available. Carmen’s flexibility made the demanding and stressful process of buying a house manageable; we never felt like we were overwhelmed by any part of the process. Not only is Carmen an astute professional, he also has a network of others who clearly value their quality of service. This allowed us to have an end-to-end seamless experience for the multitude of inspectors, financiers, and other individuals that were required. We absolutely would and already do recommend Carmen to our friends and family.
-Kyle Stanley & Jessica Lesser
I felt I was on to someone I could trust the minute I met Carmen at a random open house… the way he communicated and his expertise and knowledge of the market quickly became apparent. He proved himself invaluable once I had communicated what we were looking for. When he got back to me with an idea or opportunity, he listened well and helped me an my wife consider the opportunity and refine our focus. Ultimately, he helped us find and purchase exactly what we had hoped for and gave us the confidence to move quickly and negotiate a “win/win” for us and the Seller. I look forward to recommending Carmen and his team’s services to friends and family in the future.
-Bill & Suzan Guthrey
Wow, Carmen truly embodies the qualities of a great realtor! I had such a great experience buying a house from him a few years ago and I knew I could trust him so he was the first and only person I went to when it was time to move out of Dallas and sell my house. He turned a potentially stressful experience of moving and selling a house from across the state, during a pandemic, and in the wake of one of the biggest ice storms in Texas history into a remarkably pleasant experience. Truly incredible. Carmen goes out of his way to work for you and always with your best interest in mind. Not only does he have unique experience and intimate knowledge of the Dallas market, he provides a premium, top-shelf service and invests time and energy to make sure you get the best deal possible and have an enjoyable experience doing it! I would recommend Carmen to my friends and family without reservation. I hope Carmen enjoys working with me, because he will forever be my realtor!
-Thomas O'Neill MD
Carmen DiPenti and his colleagues, especially Frances, at Compass are terrific at what they do. Carmen recently arranged to sell our condo before it was even listed and at full ask price. Carmen was able to leverage his experience and contacts within the marketplace to find a ready, willing, and able buyer. From deciding to sell through the consummation of the sale contract, Carmen patiently answered questions and provided thoughtful and really helpful advice. For instance, he gave great advice on how we could work with our tenants as we transitioned to readying the condo for sale. When an unexpected repair issue just before sale, Carmen researched the options and piloted the resolution. He made the entire process so much less daunting that it otherwise might have been. We are really grateful that our friends told us about Carmen after they had such a smooth experience with him selling their home over three years ago. Carmen is very good at what he does.
-Bob Goldberg & Doug Dorey
Tom and I met Carmen at an open house one day about 7 years ago. We had been looking to downsize and move closer to the city.
When we met Carmen and chatted for quite a while, we realized how dedicated he was to his clients. We decided to use Carmen as the realtor to sell our house in the Lake Highlands Area.
Carmen did a great job, particularly from a communications standpoint and following up on details. While he demonstrated professionalism, he was also very caring and personable. We did decide to lease a condo but always kept Carmen on our minds.
Now today, six years of living in a condo we decided to purchase a town home in a different neighborhood and needed more space particularly for grandchildren. No hesitation on our part to engage Carmen! As usual, it has been a great experience, particularly in todays market. He and his assistant Frances took care of basically everything and made our job much easier!
I have referred Carmen in the past and will continue to refer him to friends or family that might be needing his services. Once you meet Carmen—you will be hooked and not regret your choice for an amazing realtor .
-Tom & Dabney Dwyer
I highly recommend Carmen DiPenti for any real estate transaction. I recently purchased my first home and he made it as seamless and easy as possible. He showed a high level of expertise and attention to detail, which allowed me to feel at ease and comfortable that he was in control of the entire process. His negotiation skills were impressive as he was able to arrange for all the major repairs, and even minor ones, to be made by the owner and finished in a timely manner. He responded to all of my questions and inquiries immediately whether they were important or not so important. I never knew how busy he was because he made me feel like I was his only client. Carmen displayed honesty and integrity and my experience working with him was nothing short of extraordinary. Whether you are an experienced buyer or it's your first home, you will be in excellent hands.
-Allison Dugue
Carmen is not only a fantastic realtor but a wonderful person, and we were so lucky to have found him!
We met Carmen at an open house at the start of our search. He wasn’t overbearing like other realtors we met and after a couple meetings knew he understood us and the perfect house we were looking for. We must have previewed 40 homes in the M streets area starting in the spring of 2020. He was so patient with us as well as realistic and knowledgeable of the area. With a crazy market he wanted us to make sure we were making a good choice and investment. He would drop everything to meet us any day or time to view a house and make sure we were the first people to see a home even before most were hitting the market. He offered his assistance with contractors, painters, etc during the process for pricing and quotes if needed.
We found our dream home and made a great friend in the process! He has been extremely helpful and responsive well after the home was purchased.
We couldn’t recommend Carmen more, he knows the DFW market and has great resources!
-Mitchell & Chelsea
Carmen is an outstanding agent to work with. He is an excellent listener and negotiator with a very in-depth knowledge of the local markets. I contacted him about a house purchase and we were able to close within three weeks. At no point in those weeks did his dedication and professionalism to help me to achieve my goal waiver. He is extremely competent, he has quickly responded to all of my questions and concerns, and his knowledge of the entire process from beginning to end is outstanding. Without a doubt, I would seek him out immediately for any upcoming real estate transaction in the future.
-Ettore Varini
A few years ago we had a bumpy first time home buying experience with another realty group and were shortly after given Carmen’s business card from someone with glowing recommendations. While we weren’t in the market at the time, we held on to it and are so thankful that we did when trying to buy and sell in the 2021 market. From the beginning he was very knowledgable, attentive, welcoming, and eager to assist us in any way possible. This meant coaching us on prepping our home for sale to visiting an embarrassingly high number of houses to ensure that we found a home that we could potentially live in for decades. He is truly unique and genuine in not trying to “just sell you a house” and is very honest in details that could impact the resale value or whether we would outgrow our home too soon. We never felt rushed during the experience and truly believe Carmen had our best interests in mind. Carmen far exceeded our expectations and we would absolutely recommend him to any one of our friends or family.
-David & Jenifer Shinpaugh
My husband and I met Carmen at a showing, pre-pandemic. He worked diligently with us over the course of a year to identify exactly what we wanted in a new home and exactly we needed to do to sell our previous home quickly and at the best value the market had to offer. He was also very sensitive to our personal needs as we were buying and selling during the pandemic with an immunocompromised child in the household. He is a consummate professional that operates with a degree of skill, integrity and compassion that is rare in a hot housing market like Dallas. We highly recommend him and look forward to working with him in the future.
-Shani & Theravan Jarrett
Being new to the Dallas market, and busy with careers, it was most important that we found a realtor who could make homebuying simple and efficient. We wanted to find someone who knew the market well and could take the hassle out of the homebuying process. We could not have been more pleased with Carmen DiPenti.
Carmen takes the time to really listen and understand the needs of his clients. He will always put the client's interests ahead of his own while being completely candid and transparent. Carmen has the honesty and integrity you want in a realtor. If there are areas of concern or he has any hesitancy at all about a home, he will not be shy about bringing it to your attention. It is hard to imagine anyone more passionate and driven to find the perfect fit for a client.
There are a ton of moving parts to a real estate transaction but Carmen makes the process simple and enjoyable. He was with us from start to finish and every step along the way. We highly recommend Carmen and look forward to working with him again in the future.
-Sandy and Chuck Schumacher
Carmen excels at every aspect of the real estate business.When I started working with Carmen I was a first time homebuyer and was new to the world of owning real estate.Carmen was thoughtful, patient, and responsive as he led me through the process of buying a home. He helped me find a good condo while connecting with a competent team that made closing a breeze.
While owning the condo Carmen was a frequent resource helping me find trustworthy contractors and informed me of important deadlines while reminding me to keep up with basic maintenance to maintain and improve the value of my home over time.
When it came time to sell my condo Carmen went above and beyond and convinced me to trust his expertise and experience. We ended up painting, making minor updates, and staging the home and ended up selling the condo well above my expectations. He even went out of his way to connect me with a competent team in the city in which I moved.
I would without a doubt recommend Carmen to anyone who is interested in buying a home in Dallas.
-Ryan Wilson
I don’t even know where to start with Carmen. After a break up and in dire need of a new place as soon as possible, Carmen was there to immediately get the ball rolling, showing me houses that week. In this market, a good realtor is a necessity. Carmen is not just a good realtor but the best out there. He went way out of his way to make sure I got into houses I wanted to see, was very upfront on repairs and any items he believed would cause issues down the road and also to note the positive items I would have missed. I truly believe the reason I was able to get the house of my dreams is because of all his work in the background. When the appraisal can back $15,000 under offer, he took it on himself to review comps and build supporting documentation for the selling price. In the end the appraisal came back at bid and saved me a large amount of money. If you want the best, look no further than Carmen.
-Andrew Goodman
As first-time home buyers in a competitive market, we knew we wanted to work with someone we could trust to give us honest opinions and valuable insight. We were new to the process and looking for a lot of guidance when it came to neighborhoods, floor plans, lenders, inspections, etc. Throughout our home-buying process with Carmen and his team, we were never lacking answers.
Carmen heard us and understood exactly what we were looking for and was always candid and transparent- which we greatly appreciated and helped our decision-making process. We always had an endless list of questions for him, none of which were unanswered. We knew that when our offer was accepted, there were still quite a few hurdles to jump through to get to closing. But they never felt like hurdles in the end because Carmen and his team made the process extremely efficient and seamless. He helped us navigate the inspection and appraisal process to get us to an amazing end point.
We are very proud of our first home, which we could not have secured without the help of Carmen and his team. We know we have a trusted ally as we continue in our new home process and lean on his endless list of resources. We look forward to working with Carmen again for many years to come, and have (and will continue to) enthusiastically refer him to anyone we know that is entering the buying/selling process.
-Clay & Caroline Williams
It is my sincere pleasure to recommend Carmen DiPenti as a real estate agent for any individual or family searching for the ideal home, in this crazy market now more than ever. We were comfortable in our small one-bedroom apartment until COVID-19 forced everyone to start working from home. We were still fine for a while working in the kitchen and dining room, but at a certain point we just needed more space.
Carmen listened to our needs regarding our specific needs and preferences, and desired area, as well as our budgetary limitations. He immediately gave us access to the portal and added me to a mailing list for homes that fit all of my individual criteria. He did not waste our time with homes that were out of our price range or not in line with our needs.
A master with the contract negotiations, Carmen came up with a deal that was good for us, that the seller was willing to accept. His recommendation for an inspector was extremely valuable as well, and I feel like throughout the negotiations he fought harder for me than I was fighting myself. I wouldn’t dare have anyone but Carmen represent me.
We found Carmen to be a highly attentive agent, almost as if we were his only clients, although we know that was not the case. He was hyper attentive and supporting throughout the entire process before, during, and even after the sale. We never felt neglected or unimportant. He is also highly personable with an engaging personality. I have already recommended Carmen to one of my friends who was looking to purchase and would strongly recommend him to anyone else in DFW. Carmen can’t be beat!
-Brennan Davis
The only thing scarier then purchasing your first home is purchasing your first home as an out-of-state buyer in a seller’s market.
We were connected with Carmen through a family member and immediately felt at ease and understood why their recommendation was so enthusiastic. Carmen is attentive, responsive, and always answers questions in a detailed and easy to understand manner. As out-of-towners moving to Irving, he spent a whole weekend helping us tour the area and attending home showings. At the showings, he was candid and straightforward about the pros and cons of the property. He pointed out important aspects of home buying and things to look out for that, as first time buyers, we would not have otherwise considered.
Carmen even went above and beyond and, after our visit, continued to attend showings and sends videos walking us through the pros and cons of properties that fit our needs. This is how we found our new home! Without Carmen’s tireless work, it would not have been possible to find such an amazing home in the timeframe that we did.
Carmen’s services continued through closing and beyond. He and his colleague, Frances, diligently walked us through the steps and paperwork needed to finalize the process. Given that we were buying from a distance and our busy schedules, this process could have easily become a nightmare, but thanks to Carmen’s comprehensive understanding of the process and skill at working with other agents, it went more smoothly than we ever could have imagined.
Thank you so much, Carmen and Frances, for all of your help. We couldn’t have done it without you! If/when we are ready to sell our home, Carmen will be our first and only call.
-Nils & Diane Gilbertson
Carmen and his team do it all and they do it all at the highest level. Carmen has now advised me on 3 separate transactions (buying, selling and renting). All 3 of which could not have gone better. He was extremely patient when my wife and I were first time homebuyers several years ago. We needed everything explained several times and had no idea what we really wanted in a home. Carmen was always available to answer our questions. When we sold our place a few years later Carmen helped to ensure we secured the best possible price for our property, bringing in staging experts, pricing it appropriately and firmly negotiating with the buyer's agent. After selling our place Carmen helped us to secure a rental property that fit our needs. We were one of 8 applicants to the property and with Carmen's help we were able to secure the lease without going too far beyond asking price or exceeding our budget.
All of this to say, if you want an extremely dedicated team of professional agents that will ensure you accomplish your goals within the given parameters, Carmen and his team are the best option. We have sent our closest family and friends to Carmen and we will be calling him again when it is time for our next move.
-Jimmy & Alexis Taylor
My family has known and trusted Carmen with home buying decisions in the Dallas area for six years. As a first time home buyer, I knew I could trust Carmen to guide me through the process with patience and integrity. To no surprise, Carmen did just that. Having a trusted agent proved to be such an integral part of the purchasing process in today's market. Carmen was there every step of the way with an impressively calm demeanor; that said, he expressed a steady urgency when necessary to get the deal done. Additionally, I was very thankful to have Carmen's expertise on my side when making concessions in this seller's market. Carmen protected me as his client and showed sincere regard for my best interest. Carmen was a great sounding board in vetting out the good versus the bad. Nothing has changed about my positive opinion of Carmen since meeting him six years ago. However, I have now personally experienced Carmen's genuine and professional actions, which have me excited to include him in all my future real estate ventures.
-Tyler Jones
We can not say enough great things about Carmen! Our experience with him was absolutely excellent.
We were out of town buyers moving from Alabama and had little flexibility to get to Dallas. Despite this, he quickly got the feel for what we wanted out of a property and went above and beyond. He checked in with us daily or twice daily to update us on anything that was out there or coming soon. Frances did a great job at virtually showing us the properties and answering any questions we had.
When it came to placing offers, we always felt very confident in Carmen’s evaluation of what the property would appraise for and where our offer should cap. He understands home values better than most appraisers and goes to bat for his clients.
The closing process was extremely smooth, and Carmen continued to check in as we were getting settled. Would not use any other realtor in Dallas!
-Luke & Hannah Rabun
We had the good fortune of meeting Carmen almost seven years ago while he was conducting an Open House. We initially partnered with him to search for a house for our college kids, which turned out to be a wise decision. Flash forward seven years as we recently completed our family’s fourth real estate transaction working together (three buys, one sell).
Carmen is an exemplary professional with his integrity, work ethic, patience, and dogged pursuit of providing the ultimate experience for the customer second to none. Furthermore, he is a wonderful, extremely kind person and we are proud to consider him our friend and honorary family member. We give him our highest possible recommendation.
-Rob and Stephanie Jones
I first met Carmen 6 years ago when he helped my parents find a rental property in Dallas. My parents were from out of town at the time, so it was important they found a realtor with knowledge of the area and whom they trusted to be their eyes/ears. He exceeded their expectations and Carmen is now my family’s go-to guy for all things real estate. Since then, Carmen has helped me and my husband buy our first home AND my brother buy his first home in the M-streets.
Being a first-time homebuyer in this crazy market, I can honestly say we could not have done it without Carmen! My husband and I had very little knowledge of the home-buying process and we asked A LOT of questions.
Carmen does an excellent job at making sure buyers understand the process, stay on top of deadlines and make smart decisions. He also knows a lot of people and has a connection for everything you might need pre-post purchase. We highly recommend Carmen!
-Brady & Ashley Jones
I feel like I won the lottery when Carmen was recommended to me by a friend. His laid back, authentic communication style was a great fit for me, and I always felt like he had my back. Even when negotiations got tough, his expert representation gave me the assurance that everything was being handled well and in my best interest. His whole team was first rate from start to finish. In the end, I got my dream place, and he was even able to steer me in the right direction for starting my remodel. I would highly recommend Carmen and his team for any real estate transaction.
-Cat Carrel
Carmen is an outstanding realtor that will attack any challenge that you are faced with in ALL aspects of the home buying process. From the initial offer, inspection, loan transaction, appraisal, and closing, Carmen took every discussion and negotiation very seriously. No detail was left out and every ounce of energy was used when it came to negotiating for the best price, savings, or deal. When I decided to submit an offer in a very competitive area of Dallas, Carmen first helped draft an extremely strong offer and then maintained close contact with the Seller's agent even when the house went back on the market. Due to his dedication in agent relationships and staying on top of the market, I was able to land a condo right off the Katy trail in Dallas.
With this being my first home purchase, Carmen coached me through the entire transaction and would take the extra amount of time to explain all the intricacies of the contract, prepare me for future negotiations, paperwork or other decisions that would need to be made. This level of service and communication along with being extremely organized and responsive is just some of the qualities that both Carmen and Frances provided which set their team apart in the industry. Carmen kept me at ease during what is often considered a very long and difficult process and I truly enjoyed working with him and highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell. Carmen was originally referred to me by multiple friends in DFW that have had wonderful experiences of buying and selling houses with him, and as they say - the best kind of business experiences come from referrals.
-Katy Novak
Carmen and his team do not quit. He was patient, yet persistent with finding the right home for me. In a turbulent market, he found calmer buying opportunities for me. Carmen was there for me every step of the way and found coverage when he was out of town so that I never missed a walkthrough of a property that I was interested in. As a first time home buyer, he helped me understand the entire process up through getting the keys, and after the fact.
-Sean Madelmayer
Carmen is an excellent agent. He brings the perfect combination of warmth and professionalism into his work. Carmen was able to get me multiple offers and I accepted an offer above asking price. I wouldn’t have been able to get such a great offer without his hard work and attention to detail. Whenever I needed a recommendation for a maintenance person or a cleaner, he had one readily available. He surrounds himself with the best team, especially Frances. Not to mention, my dog loved Carmen. I would absolutely recommend him to any friend or family member
-Kelsey Landrum
Carmen helped me buy the home of my dreams! Carmen is extremely responsive, and he understands the DFW marketplace. He kept me informed every step of the way, and overall made the experience enjoyable. He took all of the stress away! Frances is just as fantastic - they make a great team together. I would one-thousand percent recommend them to my friends and family!
-CJ Billera
Carmen has been an amazing agent for this first time home buyer! He made the entire purchasing process clear and smooth from beginning to end. He also spent extra time teaching me everything I wanted to know, from what to look for when touring a property, to describing in detail each point of the offer contracts that we submitted. Carmen also has a deep network of expert professionals who I have and will continue to rely on for future upgrades to my home. I have already recommended him to friends of mine who will be entering the market for the first time and I will absolutely be using him for my future real-estate endeavors going forward. He has become a friend and someone I trust deeply.
-David Kalpakian
As a first time home buyer, I could not have felt more supported and comfortable than with Carmen as my agent. Not only was he very knowledgeable about the Dallas area, but he was always available to answer questions and alleviate any concerns I had. I trust his advice implicitly and appreciate the complete honesty he had during the entire process. I will continue to use Carmen for any future home purchases and would refer him to anyone else that is looking.
-Haley McNamara
Carmen and Frances were incredible in helping us understand and navigate the homebuying process. As first time homebuyers who are not originally from the area, their deep experience in the market and ability to recognize quality across all the various aspects (location, building quality, upkeep, schools, etc.) was absolutely pivotal in helping us determine the best neighborhood and ultimately find our dream home at a great price. I am certain that without Carmen and his team we would have never been able to move as confidently as we did – from his expertise in navigating the buying, inspection, closing, and all other processes to his well-regarded reputation in the market, each and every piece was needed and we are thankful for it.
Carmen truly sees the long term value in relationships with his clients; we never felt pressured to see a house or put in an offer, in fact he was always the levelheaded part of our decisions and helped us navigate the highs and lows of home buying. We will fully recommend Carmen to anybody that we come across who now or in the future may be looking for a realtor in Dallas – Carmen and his team are highly professional, incredibly knowledgeable and detailed, and helped us stay on course and in control of every
-John & Rayya
Carmen and his team are experienced realtors that are knowledgeable of the current housing market. His expertise made the stressful housing market a breeze. Due to his relentless work ethics I am walking into a home with a significant amount of equity, which is unheard of in the market. His personal touch and ethics gained my trust early on in the process. His philosophy of real estate is more than just matching a client with a property but more of finding a solid investment that feels like home. He studied my style of home and went to work. His ability to learn the client’s personal needs gave him the ability to screen houses that I would not prefer. Carmen worked with my lender to ensure that I was completely comfortable and all fees were transparent. Their relationship gained the trust of the seller by making all parties feel at ease. He over communicates the next steps so I didn’t experience any surprises. My connection to Carmen has afforded me a beautiful home that my and I will enjoy for years to come. I have purchased several homes in the past but Carmen’s methodologies are proven and can support clients of all economic levels. He is fair, firm, and consistent and I strongly recommend him.
-Napoleon Player
Carmen was referred to us by a friend of ours and we are so glad he was! He was so helpful to us as first-time homebuyers and walked us through every step of the process. It really couldn’t have gone any more smoothly. We really appreciated Carmen’s dedication and responsiveness. He was always very honest with us about his thoughts on potential homes, and was very proactive, even making sure we were prepared for things like turning on utilities and working with the HOA. We would definitely recommend him to anyone
-Jorge ReyArenas & Cara Shapiro
Carmen went above and beyond to help me secure my home. His expertise and knowledge of the market led to him finding the perfect home for my situation in an ideal location. In addition to that, he simplified the buying process more than any realtor I’ve worked with. Never have I been less stressed about a home closing than when I worked with Carmen.
P.S. – His colleague Frances is top-notch as well. She assisted with the entire process and helped things run smoothly throughout. All around a great team!
-Drew Freeman
Carmen knocked it out of the park in a really tough market with all of the factors working against us – low inventory, high prices, and high interest rates. Thanks to Carmen, I ended up getting a fantastic place off-market in exactly the neighborhood I wanted to be in and at a great price! I really could not imagine a better result. With Carmen as my agent, I knew I had someone very solidly in my corner from start to finish. At the outset, he really listened to me and understood what I was looking for, and then worked hard to deliver the outcome he knew I wanted. He was always patient and never pushy. It’s abundantly clear that he knows the Dallas market at a granular level, including the history of individual neighborhoods, which meant he provided me with relevant advice and great perspective when selecting properties. When it came to negotiating the contract, Carmen was a zealous advocate for me. You can tell he has the respect of other agents, earned through his professionalism. I’ve bought and sold homes before, but this was my first time working with Carmen and it was the easiest, most stress-free experience.
-Joe Guajardo
Carmen has now helped me buy/sell two homes in Dallas. As an out-of-state investor, Carmen and his team handled everything both times, from staging to organizing an online notary, and I was so happy with both outcomes. Carmen is always reachable, gives great advice and cares so much about getting the best outcome for his clients. Thank you so much Carmen and team and I can’t wait to work together again!
-Elizabeth Gamsin
We had the pleasure of working with Carmen as our real estate agent, and we couldn't have asked for a more dedicated and professional partner in our home-buying journey. From the very first day we met Carmen, it was evident that he was committed to making sure we found the perfect home.
One of the things that genuinely set Carmen apart was his approach. He never pressured us to settle for anything less than what we truly wanted. He had an exceptional eye for a good house and was patient in helping us explore various options until we found our dream home.
Carmen's extensive knowledge of the real estate market and his network of resources were invaluable. His team was exceptional and made the entire process smooth and efficient.
What we appreciated most was that he had been there for us, answering all our questions, no matter how small or big they may be. His dedication to his clients is unwavering. Carmen's support didn't end with the closing of the deal. He checked on us after closing, and we know he is there for us if we need anything in the future. In the end, we couldn't be happier with Carmen's services.
He made the process of buying a home a positive and stress-free experience. We highly recommend Carmen to anyone in need of a real estate agent who truly cares about their clients and goes above and beyond to ensure their longtime happiness. Thank you, Carmen!
-Caleb & Yumna
When we started our first-time home-buying journey, we received multiple referrals from friends and family. Admittedly, we tried other realtors before reaching out to Carmen. Those previous realtors merely echoed our opinions without really helping us understand what we wanted in a house. On the other hand, Carmen took the time to understand our long list of desires for a home. Carmen assisted us in navigating the complex real estate conditions of the time and demonstrated remarkable patience. He attentively listened to our wants and needs, diligently ensuring that we did not settle for anything less.
Once we finally found the perfect home, Carmen called in the calvary with his network of inspectors, engineers, and contractors to truly understand the house we were about to purchase. That knowledge has proven to be invaluable.
Carmen's market expertise and attention to detail made our home-buying journey remarkable. He was genuinely invested in helping us find a home that met all of our needs and desires. Carmen was always available to answer our questions and provide guidance, and he helped us find the perfect home and negotiate the best possible deal for our first-time home-buying transaction.
We highly recommend Carmen to anyone looking to buy a home. He is a true professional and a pleasure to work with.
Michael & Christine
-Michael & Christine
This was our first home buying experience and Carmen made it extremely smooth and simple. Carmen always made himself available and answered all of our questions with honesty and full transparency.
Throughout the house hunting process, Carmen was able to share his vast knowledge and experience which helped us stay clear of certain homes and focus on others.
Once it came time to do the paperwork and work through financing, Carmen put our minds at ease. He took his time to explain every detail.
The whole process felt like we were the only ones working with Carmen! There was never a moment where we felt forced or “sold.” It truly felt like Carmen wasn’t interested in the sale but in making sure we felt cared for and found the home of our dreams!
I will continue to utilize Carmen’s services in any future real estate I purchase!
-Alex & Summer Vereshchagin
Carmen helped us buy our first house. He was very patient throughout the process, encouraging us to wait for the right home to be put on the market to ensure we would be happy in the long run.
He was honest with the quality of houses. Always letting us know the good ones from those that were not of high quality.
He was highly responsive, frequently getting back to us within minutes if we called or texted with a question.
He did everything in his power to make the process as easy on us as possible. We had a complicated buying situation and Carmen helped advocate for us and navigate us through the steps that needed to be taken. We knew that Carmen wouldn't allow other entities to take advantage of us because he had our backs.
We would definitely recommend Carmen to our friends, and we look forward to continuing working with him in the future!
-Nicholas & Krista McCormick
A big Thank You to Carmen for all the work he put into selling my home in McKinney. He took care of every detail and kept me in the loop on everything. I live out of state and when I needed something done at the property Carmen went above and beyond to help me get things arranged and taken care of. When paperwork needed to be signed he walked me through the process answering all my questions no matter how many times I asked the same question. I felt that I could contact him on anything and he would always respond. Whether you are selling or buying a home, he is your guy. You can be confident you are in good hands. I would definitely recommend him as well as use him again!
-Connie Wimberley
We first met Carmen when we were looking for a new rental when we first moved to Dallas in the summer of 2023. From the very beginning we could tell that he always had our best interests in mind when it came to finding a place to live.
So fast forward a year later when it came to buy a place of our own, we knew that Carmen would be the right choice.
Carmen is extremely knowledgeable about the real estate market and he was always available to answer any and all of our questions. We felt like Carmen had our back during the whole process and we knew that he would fight to get us the best deal possible. From the inspection to option period to the appraisal to the closing, everything was seamless!
Without reservations we recommend Carmen as your next real estate agent. You won’t be disappointed!
-Scott & Ceazon
Carmen DiPenti and his team exemplify professionalism, even exceeding our expectations after coming highly recommended by family members in the field. His strategic approach and extensive knowledge ensured we found our dream home without any compromises. Carmen’s honest feedback, exceptional communication, and high-end concierge services made the entire process seamless and enjoyable. We are thrilled with our new home, thanks to Carmen! We wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone with real estate needs.
-Anthony and Loren Clanton
I can't recommend Carmen highly enough as a realtor. He guided me through the simultaneous process of buying and selling a home with incredible professionalism and support. Despite the inevitable stresses, Carmen was a steadfast advisor, always available to answer questions and provide reassurance. His expertise and dedication made a complex situation manageable, and I wouldn't hesitate to work with him again in the future. Carmen truly goes above and beyond for his clients, and I am grateful to have had him on my side.
-Brennan Davis II
We worked with Carmen as first time homebuyers and I can’t sing his praises enough. We are so grateful we had him to guide us through the process as first time home buyers. My first impression of Carmen was that he’s a straight shooter, which is exactly what you need in a realtor when making an important purchase like buying a home. Carmen made himself available to us at all hours, which were often late at night after we finally put our kids to bed. He was able to see things in homes that we had no idea about and did not shy away from telling us to stay away from certain homes with deal breakers or deferred maintenance. He really did have OUR best interest in mind and ultimately found us our dream house. I can’t recommend him enough. This is the realtor you want in your corner!
-Tyler & Sam Huff
I recently had the pleasure of working with Carmen in selling my home. It was an exceptionally positive experience and I always felt he had my best interest at hand. I can’t say enough about his knowledge of the market, his communication, his marketing expertise, and his professional recommendations for adding value to my property before listing it. I was hesitant at first on some of his recommendations, yet found they paid off in the final sale price of my home. I highly recommend using Carmen as your realtor!
-Kathy Wofford
Carmen and his team’s patience and kindness stick out most to me when I think back on our recent home-buying adventure. Even when we decided to pause our search, Carmen kindly checked in and reassured us, making us feel supported and heard from beginning to end! Their professionalism and expertise guided us successfully through the purchase of our first home, and we are so grateful for their patience and knowledge every step of the way! We love our new home and feel thankful for the many hours Carmen and Frances spent answering questions, scouting showings, and negotiating on our behalf! If you’re looking for an understanding, competent, and supportive team, you can find it in them!
-Chris & Kristen Britt
After a conversation with Carmen it was an easy decision to work with him. I consider myself highly selective and had a fairly narrow focus for a home purchase. Carmen definitely exceeded my expectations and is the most professional realtor I have ever met- not just worked with. I found him to be straightforward, highly efficient and knowledgeable. We did land a home that I truly love. Cannot thank Carmen and his team more for the effort on my behalf.
Frances is by far the most knowledgeable and professional realtor we’ve ever met. She took care of us as we searched for houses in Dallas. She is very devoted to her clients. She’s also very knowledgeable about the areas where people are looking for a house which was a big plus for us since we’re not from Dallas. We found the perfect house for our family and that’s because she takes into consideration every member of the family. She’s a great listener, very patient and very experienced. I don’t think many realtors posses the elegance and sophistication that Frances has and that made a great difference as well.
-Claudia R.
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