ZEN Real Estate

10/30/2026

🏡💙 A LITTLE CATCHING UP TO DO… AND A WHOLE LOT TO CELEBRATE! 🔑🎉

We've been so busy making moves happen that we're a little behind on sharing them! But with October coming to a close, we figured it was time to show off what our very own Allyson Zender, REALTOR®, has been up to!

Allyson officially joined ZEN Real Estate on June 15th, and in just four and a half months, she's been hitting the ground running, building relationships, connecting people with homes, and making things happen across THREE Texas counties: Walker, Montgomery, and San Jacinto! 🏡

And the results? Well, we'll let them speak for themselves! 👀

🎉 25 PROPERTIES LEASED & PENDING SINCE JULY! 🎉

Here's a little breakdown of the moves she's been making:

🔑 JULY | 5 Properties Leased
🔑 AUGUST | 4 Properties Leased
🔑 SEPTEMBER | 6 Properties Leased
🔑 OCTOBER | 3 Properties Leased
⏳ NOVEMBER | 6 Properties Pending
⏳ DECEMBER | 1 Property Pending

That's 18 completed leases and 7 more already in the pipeline, all before the end of her fifth month in real estate!

But behind every one of these properties is so much more than a signed lease.

It's the phone calls, long weekends, property showings, applications, negotiations, coordinating with landlords and listing agents, preparing paperwork, answering questions, and making sure all the moving pieces come together. From the first inquiry to move-in day, Allyson has been committed to making the experience as seamless as possible for everyone involved.

Real estate is a collaborative industry, and while many of these transactions involved our own ZEN Real Estate listings, Allyson has also had the opportunity to work alongside some wonderful agents and brokerages throughout the area.

A special shoutout and thank-you to:

🤝 Fanyu Meng | Texas Premier Realty
🤝 Vicki McKenzie | The Adam Olson Team
🤝 MJ Payne | Markham Realty
🤝 Alicia Lansford | Markham Realty
🤝 Camillo Homes

We appreciate the communication, professionalism, and teamwork that helped bring these transactions together. Whether it's a ZEN listing or another brokerage's property, working together to get clients where they need to be is what it's all about!

Of course, none of this would be possible without the property owners who trust us with their investments, the tenants who allow us to help them find their next home, and the support of our entire ZEN Real Estate team.

And to Allyson, she's just getting started! 💙

In an industry where no two days, clients, or transactions are ever quite the same, she's jumped in with both feet and embraced every opportunity to learn, grow, and get the job done.

Four and a half months. 25 properties. 3 counties. Multiple brokerage collaborations. And a whole lot of hard work behind the scenes! 🏡✨

We're incredibly proud of what she's accomplished so far, and we can't wait to see what's next!

Whether you're buying, selling, searching for your next rental, or looking for someone to help manage your investment property, Allyson and the entire ZEN Real Estate team are here to help!

💙 ZEN REAL ESTATE
🏡 Buying | Selling | Leasing | Property Management

Find Your ZEN. We'll Handle the Rest.

10/28/2026

🏡 ONE SOLD, ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY JUST LISTED! 🔑

We’re excited to share that 104/106 Yegua Circle in Huntsville is officially SOLD! 🎉

A huge congratulations to our sellers on a successful closing! We’re grateful for the opportunity to represent them throughout the process and help bring this investment property to the finish line.

We also want to give a shoutout to Morgan Newman with CB&A, Realtors, who represented the buyer. We appreciate a smooth transaction and great communication from the other side! 🤝

And the timing couldn’t be better… because we have ANOTHER DUPLEX JUST HIT THE MARKET! 👀

📍 121/123 Bolero Way | Huntsville, TX 77340
💰 Offered at $337,500

Located in The Ranch at Sam Houston, this fully leased duplex presents another opportunity for someone looking to add an income-producing property to their portfolio.

🏡 Two units — each with 3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms
🔑 Both units currently leased
💵 $3,050 combined monthly rental income
🚗 Three reserved parking spaces per unit
🌳 Private fenced backyards
🧺 Refrigerator, washer, dryer, stove & microwave included
🏠 Newer roof + low annual HOA dues
📍 Convenient to SHSU, I-45, shopping & dining

🔗 View the full listing:

https://www.har.com/homedetail/121-and-123-bolero-way-huntsville-tx-77340/15859448?lid=11367799&cid=amzender4

Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, invest, lease, or need professional property management, our team at ZEN Real Estate is here to help from start to finish.

📲 Buying • Selling • Leasing • Property Management

🌿 Dalene Zender | Broker/Owner
📞 (936) 661-3495

🌿 Allyson Zender | REALTOR®
📞 (937) 716-5677

🌿 Jill Pagels | REALTOR®
📞 (832) 614-1268

🌿 Judy Thornton | REALTOR®
📞 (936) 355-0202

🩵 Find Your ZEN. We’ll Handle the Rest.

10/21/2026

Getting ghosted is scary. Missing out on your dream home while you left us on read? Terrifying. 👻😂

Buying, selling, leasing, or looking for property management? Find Your ZEN. We’ll handle the rest. 🏡

10/14/2026

🏡 NEW LISTING | FOR SALE | 2023 E Lake Dr. 🏡

If your idea of home includes lake views, golf, walking trails, outdoor living, and resort-style amenities right in your own neighborhood, this one deserves your attention.

Located in Elkins Lake, 2023 E Lake Dr. is especially suited for a buyer who wants the ease of a single-story home without giving up space, scenery, or things to do. Whether you spend your weekends on the golf course, walking the trails, relaxing by the water, or simply enjoying a quiet evening on the deck, this home puts that lifestyle right outside your door.

The home sits at the edge of Azalea Lake and overlooks a neighborhood park and walking trail, giving the property a beautiful backdrop that feels much more special than the typical residential setting.

Inside, you’ll find 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1,753 sq. ft. with an open living space and a desirable split-bedroom arrangement. The primary suite offers generous closet space and a spacious bath with double vanities, an updated shower, and a soaking tub—an easy place to unwind at the end of the day.

But one of our favorite parts of this home is outside.
The backyard features an upper and lower deck plus a covered patio, creating multiple spaces to entertain, relax, grill, or simply enjoy the surrounding lake and park views. With a 12,363 sq. ft. lot, there’s plenty of room to enjoy the property without sacrificing the conveniences of neighborhood living.

And when you live in Elkins Lake, you’re buying more than just the house. Residents have access to an impressive collection of community amenities, including 3, 9 hole golf courses, three lakes, two swimming pools, tennis courts, walking trails, playgrounds, and a clubhouse.

For the buyer who has been looking for an established Huntsville home with outdoor space, water views, golf and recreation nearby, and a one-story floor plan, this property checks a lot of boxes.

📍 2023 E Lake Dr., Huntsville, TX 77340

💲 $279,900
🛏️ 3 Bedrooms
🛁 2 Full Bathrooms
📐 1,753 Sq. Ft.
🌳 12,363 Sq. Ft. Lot
🚗 2-Car Attached Garage
🏡 Single-Story Home
🌊 Located at the Edge of Azalea Lake
🌳 Overlooks Neighborhood Park + Walking Trail
🌅 Upper & Lower Backyard Decks + Covered Patio
⛳ Elkins Lake Golf & Community Amenities
🏊 3 Lakes + 2 Pools + Clubhouse

Ready to see what life at 2023 E Lake Dr. could look like? Reach out to our team today for additional information or to schedule a private showing.

📞 Dalene Zender, Broker: (936) 661-3495
📞 Allyson Zender, REALTOR®: (937) 716-5677
📞 Judy Thornton, REALTOR®: (936) 355-0202
📞 Jill Pagels, REALTOR®: (832) 614-1268

🔗 View the full listing:
https://www.har.com/homedetail/2023-e-lake-dr-huntsville-tx-77340/8999430?lid=11326098&cid=amzender4

🩵 Find Your ZEN. We’ll Handle the Rest.

10/13/2026

💙 TESTIMONIAL TUESDAY | CLIENT LOVE 💙

Another Tuesday, another wonderful 5-star review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This week, we're shining the spotlight on our very own Broker and Owner, Dalene Zender!

At ZEN Real Estate, we believe the relationships we build with our clients should extend far beyond a single transaction. Whether it's buying a home, selling a property, or trusting someone to manage your investment, having the right real estate professional in your corner makes all the difference. 🏡💙

This week's review comes from a longtime client who has trusted Dalene and ZEN Real Estate for the past five years, utilizing our services for buying, selling, and property management.

And sometimes, the true value of having an experienced professional on your side becomes most apparent when the unexpected happens.

When a fire affected the client's rental property while they were out of the country, Dalene stepped in to coordinate the immediate response, assist the tenants, and arrange for a crew to begin addressing the damage.

That's what property management is really about. It's more than collecting rent or coordinating routine maintenance. It's about protecting your investment, responding when it matters most, and providing peace of mind even when you're miles away.

With 30 years of real estate experience, Dalene continues to demonstrate the professionalism, dedication, and hands-on service that ZEN Real Estate was built upon.

Thank you to Sam Houston Travel for taking the time to share this thoughtful review and for continuing to place your trust in Dalene and our team. Your recommendation means so much to our locally owned brokerage! 💙

Have you worked with Dalene or another member of the ZEN Real Estate team? We'd love to hear about your experience! Reviews can be submitted through Facebook, Google, or directly on our website.

Whether you're looking to buy, sell, lease, or need property management, we're here to help you navigate every step.

🏡 Find Your ZEN. We'll Handle the Rest.
💙 People • Properties • Possibilities

10/12/2026

💙 ZEN Local

Highlighting the local businesses that make Huntsville and our surrounding communities feel like home.

📍 Mortar & Pestle of Texas | Downtown Huntsville, TX

At ZEN Real Estate, we believe home is more than the house you live in—it’s the community around it. Through ZEN Local, we’re highlighting businesses throughout Huntsville, Willis, Conroe, The Woodlands and surrounding areas that help make our corner of Texas such a special place to call home.

This week, we’re featuring Mortar and Pestle of Texas , an independent bookstore and cultural destination located in historic Downtown Huntsville.

With a carefully curated collection of books, artwork, w**e and gifts sourced from across the Lone Star State, Mortar & Pestle invites visitors to explore the heart of Texas—one page and sip at a time.

📚 What They Offer

Mortar & Pestle is not your traditional bookstore.

Its shelves celebrate Texas culture, art and history through stories that reflect the people, places and experiences that have shaped our state. Visitors will find books written by Texas authors, stories about notable Texas figures and thoughtfully selected titles that showcase the many perspectives and traditions found throughout the Lone Star State.

Beyond the books, the shop also features Texas w**es, artwork and unique gifts from makers and creators across the state. Whether you’re looking for your next read, a meaningful gift, something created close to home or simply a new place to explore, every corner offers another connection to Texas.

🍷 One Page and Sip at a Time

Part of what makes Mortar & Pestle so special is the experience it creates.

This is a place where you can slow down, browse the shelves, discover a new Texas story and enjoy a glass of w**e in a setting filled with history and character.

The combination of books, art, w**e and locally inspired gifts makes it equally fitting for a quiet afternoon downtown, a casual visit with friends or an introduction to Texas culture for someone visiting Huntsville.

🥂 A Space to Gather

Tucked behind the main shop is a private back room that can be reserved for small functions, office parties and intimate gatherings.

The room offers a distinctive alternative to a traditional meeting or event venue, giving guests a more personal setting surrounded by the charm and atmosphere of Mortar & Pestle.

Whether you’re planning a small workplace celebration, private gathering, book discussion or another special occasion, it’s a downtown space worth keeping in mind.

🎨 Celebrating Huntsville’s History

Mortar & Pestle’s connection to Huntsville extends beyond what you’ll find on its shelves.

The business also helps share the stories of people connected to our community’s history, including Joshua Houston, Samuel Walker Houston and Eugene C. Barker. Through the shop’s historical features and mural, visitors are encouraged to learn more about the individuals whose work, leadership and influence helped shape Huntsville and Texas.

It gives the space another layer of meaning—connecting Texas history with the very community where many of those stories began.

💙 Why We Love Them

Mortar & Pestle brings together so many of the things we love highlighting through ZEN Local: small business, local history, creativity, community and a genuine sense of place.

It isn’t simply somewhere to purchase a book or gift. It’s a place designed to encourage discovery, conversation and connection.

Located in the heart of Downtown Huntsville, Mortar & Pestle adds something truly distinctive to the Square. It gives longtime residents another way to experience their hometown, introduces visitors to the stories that have shaped our state and creates a welcoming space where people can gather and spend time together.

At ZEN Real Estate, we love businesses that help people feel more connected to the place they call home—and Mortar & Pestle does exactly that by celebrating Texas through its stories, flavors, artwork and history.

📍 Address

1117 12th Street
Historic Downtown Huntsville
Huntsville, TX 77340

📞 Contact

(936) 439-6049

📧 Email

[email protected]

🕒 Hours

Monday–Wednesday: Closed
Thursday–Saturday: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

🌐 Website

www.mortarpestletx.com

📱 Instagram



If you haven’t visited Mortar & Pestle of Texas yet, stop by and experience a celebration of the Lone Star State—one book, one work of art, one gift and one sip at a time. 📚🍷💙

Already been inside? Tell us what caught your attention first in the comments below! 👇

Know a local business in the North Houston area we should feature next? Tag them in the comments!

10/12/2026

🏡 NEW LISTING | FOR LEASE | 3786 Summer Ln. 🏡

Some rentals check boxes. This one makes a statement.

Now available for lease on Spring Lake, 3786 Summer Ln. is a truly one-of-a-kind architect-designed home by Dan Slater, offering more than 3,000 sq. ft. of living space filled with character, architectural detail, and unforgettable views.

Built in 1976, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath split-level home was designed to stand apart. Inside, you’ll find soaring ceilings, warm natural wood walls, expansive windows, original architectural elements, and multiple levels that give the home incredible dimension and personality. It feels intentional, distinctive, and completely different from the typical rental.

There’s a true mid-century feel throughout the home, where the architecture itself becomes part of the experience. Instead of walking into another predictable floor plan, you’re greeted with texture, height, warmth, and spaces that each have their own identity.

The large den with its own bar area creates an incredible space for entertaining or relaxing, while the flexible layout also includes a guest bedroom with a second kitchen, offering extra separation and versatility. Whether that space is used for extended guests, additional entertaining space, or simply another functional area of the home, it’s a feature you rarely find in a rental.

And the outdoor spaces are just as impressive.

The home features decking spanning the entire back of the property overlooking Spring Lake, along with an additional smaller deck near the water and two private balconies off the primary bedroom. There are multiple places throughout the property to sit outside, take in the scenery, entertain, enjoy your morning coffee, or simply appreciate how peaceful the setting feels.

Sitting on an approximately 25,000 sq. ft. lot, the property offers an abundance of outdoor space and mature surroundings that complement the architecture beautifully. The lake views, trees, decking, and elevation of the home all work together to create a setting that feels incredibly distinctive.

The property also includes a large covered parking area, workshop space, and Tesla charging station, giving you practical conveniences without sacrificing any of the charm or uniqueness.

This is the kind of home where the details matter — the natural wood, the original features, the different levels, the views through the windows, the balconies, the decks, and the relationship between the indoor and outdoor spaces.

If you’re looking for a home with architectural character, generous space, peaceful water views, and features you simply don’t see every day, 3786 Summer Ln. deserves to be experienced in person.

📍 3786 Summer Ln., Huntsville, TX 77340

💲 $2,100/Month
🛏️ 3 Bedrooms
🛁 3 Full Bathrooms
📐 3,079 Sq. Ft.
🌳 25,025 Sq. Ft. Lot
📅 Built in 1976
🌊 Spring Lake Setting
🏡 Designed by Architect Dan Slater
✨ Mid-Century Character + Original Architectural Features
🍸 Large Den + Bar Area
🍽️ Second Kitchen
🌅 Expansive Rear Decking + Lakeside Deck
🌿 2 Private Primary Bedroom Balconies
🔧 Workshop Space + Covered Parking
⚡ Tesla Charging Station

This is not a cookie-cutter rental. It’s a home with a story, a setting, and a design all its own.

Photos give you a glimpse, but this is one of those properties that makes far more sense once you walk through it and experience the spaces, the architecture, and the lake setting for yourself.

Reach out today to schedule a private showing and see just how special 3786 Summer Ln. really is. 🩵

📞 Dalene Zender, Broker: (936) 661-3495
📞 Allyson Zender, REALTOR®: (937) 716-5677
📞 Judy Thornton, REALTOR®: (936) 355-0202
📞 Jill Pagels, REALTOR®: (832) 614-1268

🔗 View the full listing:
https://www.har.com/homedetail/3786-summer-ln-huntsville-tx-77340/9091787

🩵 Find Your ZEN. We’ll Handle the Rest.

For Rent: 3786 Summer Ln, Huntsville, TX 77340 ∙ $2,100/month ∙ 0.57 Acres Lot ∙ 3,079 Sqft, 3 beds, 3 full baths, Single-Family ∙ View more.

10/06/2026

💙 TESTIMONIAL TUESDAY | CLIENT LOVE 💙

Another incredible 5-star review for Allyson! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Just a couple of weeks after sharing some incredibly kind words from one of her clients, we’re back with another review that absolutely made our day!

The Colón family recently worked with ZEN Real Estate agent Allyson Zender to find and secure their new home. From listening to their wants and needs to answering questions, staying accessible, and guiding them through the process, Allyson made sure their family felt heard, supported, and taken care of every step of the way. 🏡💙

And we have to admit… “I would 1000% recommend” is a pretty great compliment. 😂💙

Thank you to the Colón family for trusting Allyson and ZEN Real Estate to help you find your new home! We’re so happy for your family and incredibly appreciative that you took the time to share your experience.

Reviews like these mean so much to our agents and our small, locally owned brokerage. Every review, referral, and recommendation helps our business continue to grow and allows us to keep doing what we love — helping people find a place to call home. 💙

Have you worked with Allyson or another member of the ZEN Real Estate team? We’d love to hear about your experience! Reviews can be submitted through Facebook, Google, or directly on our website.

Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, lease, or need property management, we’re here when you’re ready for your next move.

🏡 Find Your ZEN. We’ll Handle the Rest.
💙 People • Properties • Possibilities

10/05/2026

🏡 LEASED | 2401 Sycamore Ave. | Huntsville, TX 🏡

Another one officially LEASED! 🎉🔑

We’re excited to celebrate 2401 Sycamore Ave. , where Dalene Zender, Broker/Owner of ZEN Real Estate, listed the property and also procured the new tenant.

From marketing the property to connecting the right renter with the home, this one came full circle with Dalene representing the listing side and bringing in the tenant who secured it.

📍 2401 Sycamore Ave. , Huntsville, TX 77340

✅ LISTED & LEASED

🤝 Tenant Procured by Dalene Zender, Broker

If you have a rental property that needs exposure, qualified applicants, and hands-on management throughout the leasing process, our team would be happy to help.

📞 Dalene Zender, Broker: (936) 661-3495
📞 Allyson Zender, REALTOR®: (937) 716-5677
📞 Judy Thornton, REALTOR®: (936) 355-0202
📞 Jill Pagels, REALTOR®: (832) 614-1268

🩵 Find Your ZEN. We’ll Handle the Rest.

10/05/2026

💙 ZEN Local

Highlighting the local businesses that make Huntsville and our surrounding communities feel like home.

📍 Sam’s Table Restaurant | Downtown Huntsville, TX

We’re returning to Sam's Table Restaurant with a special ZEN Local reminder because our exclusive collaboration lasts for the entire month of October! 🍽️💙

Sam’s Table is a locally owned and operated restaurant located on Huntsville’s historic Downtown Square. It’s a place our ZEN Real Estate team knows personally and has enjoyed for years—from casual lunches and happy hour to dinners, celebrations and evenings with friends.

With a varied menu, multiple dining areas, an outdoor patio, the Gray Horse Tavern, Sam’s Speakeasy, live music and private-event options, there is always another reason to come back.

🎉 An October-Long Offer for the ZEN Community

From October 1 through October 31, Sam’s Table is offering 10% off to members of the ZEN Real Estate community!

If ZEN has been part of your journey in any way—whether you’re one of our tenants, clients, property owners, agents, affiliates or someone we’ve had the opportunity to help—present the attached ZEN coupon during your visit to receive 10% off your meal.

Simply save the coupon to your phone and show it to your server when you visit. You have the entire month of October to take advantage of this special offer!

💙 Why We’re Sharing Them Again

ZEN Local is about more than introducing a business once—it’s also about continuing to support the relationships and collaborations that strengthen our community.

We’ve known owner Diego Varela personally and have supported Sam’s Table for years. We’re excited to partner with a local restaurant we genuinely enjoy while offering something special to the people who continue to support ZEN Real Estate.

Whether you’re planning lunch with coworkers, happy hour with friends, a date night, dinner with family or a private celebration, consider this your invitation to pull up a chair at Sam’s Table during October.

📍 Address
1115 University Avenue
On the historic Downtown Square
Huntsville, TX 77340

📞 Contact
(936) 439-6376

🕒 Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
Tuesday–Thursday: 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
Friday–Saturday: 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM–4:00 PM

🍸 Happy Hour
Monday–Thursday: 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Save the coupon, share it with another member of the ZEN community and enjoy 10% off at Sam’s Table anytime from October 1 through October 31! 🍽️💙

Already have a favorite dish or drink from Sam’s Table? Tell us what you recommend in the comments below! 👇