The Warrington Penthouse soaring high above Turtle Creek has a history that’s truly unique, and if only those walls could talk!
It was originally owned by philanthropist John Erik Jonsson, a co-founder and early president of Texas Instruments who also served as mayor of Dallas from 1964 to 1971. Then, legendary Realtor Judy Pittman purchased it from Jonsson and lived there until she died in 2021.
If you don’t know Judy or at least know of her, more is the pity. She was whip smart, dynamic, innovative, dedicated, loyal, and creative. She built a business out of selling high-rise homes, particularly along Turtle Creek, when no one else could, and she excelled at it beyond anyone’s expectations. For years, she was the top-producing real estate broker in Dallas.
Along the way, she inspired her niece Camille Fournier and great-nephew Carter Fournier to get into real estate. Camille attained her real estate license at 24 while Carter started working for his Aunt Judy in high school and got his license by the time he was 18. Along with close friend Peter Stovall they formed Pittman Stovall Real Estate in 2022. We are 100% sure Judy would be thrilled that her family has stayed involved in the Dallas real estate business.
The Warrington is known for having some of the largest terraces of any high-rise in Dallas. It offers a long list of amenities, ranging from a fitness center and heated saltwater pool to a tennis court and dog run. There can be no question that the jewel in the crown is Pittman’s former penthouse.
“I have great memories of growing up coming here,” Carter said. ”It’s been in our family for the last 35 years. It’s an impressive place. We have had so many family gatherings and parties here.”
Since Judy’s passing, Camille has transformed the 4,544-square-foot, two-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom Warrington penthouse. By transformed, I mean she gave it an unbelievable WOW factor.
With gorgeous built-in bookcases, designer wallpaper, beautiful fabrics, and wood-burning fireplaces, you’d never imagine you are in a high-rise. That is, until you look at the view from this Warrington penthouse. No one put it better than Judy when she was interviewed in 2000 by Dallas Morning News reporter Cheryl Hall.
Dallas doesn’t have mountains or an ocean, but it has a magnificent skyline. It’s like a jewel box that twinkles at night. We have wonderful sunrises and sunsets. You watch the city wake up and go to sleep. You see the storms roll in and feel the power. The sense of sky is magical. It creates so much excitement and makes you feel alive.
What more could you really ask for?
