There are almost five million people in the Metroplex. So unless you are willing to deal with a long commute, accept an older home or pay a premium, you can expect a standard area lot of 7,000 to 8,000 square feet. We don't have them. And without proper care, foundations can shift. Since basements increase the danger of a shifting foundation, there are almost no basements in North Texas.
Most folks use their attics, garages, or backyard storage buildings for extra storage space.
The big plus is that quoted square footage on a home will really be livable square footage and not include a damp, unfinished basement. Most homes have garages, usually for two cars. The garages of some older homes have been converted to extra living space but, unless the owner also built a detached garage, these conversions seldom add value to a home. In many areas of the country, the refrigerator stays with the house. Here the refrigerator goes with the seller.