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Historic Southside

Historic Southside

Suburban Neighborhood in Fort Worth, Texas

Tarrant County 76104

$213,778 Average Value
$173 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Fort Worth suburb with heritage

Historic Southside is a Fort Worth neighborhood that maintains pride in its roots but is also looking toward the future. “It has a lot of passion for its history,” says local Kristina Banta, a Realtor at Century 21 Judge Fite Company with 6 years of experience helping people buy around Fort Worth. “But it's also up and coming. There are a lot of homeowners that are part of Historic Southside’s homeowners' association, and they’re very active in keeping the neighborhood clean.” Growth can be seen in the renovated homes and new properties popping up all over town. But despite this change, the area’s history of African American culture remains strong through culinary staples and heritage museums.

Learn about the history of Historic Southside at Lenora Butler Rolla Museum.
Learn about the history of Historic Southside at Lenora Butler Rolla Museum.
Evans Plaza was built to honor achievements by African Americans for Historic Southside.
Evans Plaza was built to honor achievements by African Americans for Historic Southside.
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Renovated bungalows and Craftsman homes

Historic Southside features a mix of old and new housing styles. Older homes tend to be wood Craftsman and cottage-style with spacious front porches, many in need of renovations and updates, selling from $100,000 to around $200,000. The majority of properties on the market have been remodeled or freshly built. These newer 1,000- to 2,500-square-foot bungalows with Craftsman influences and modern two-story dwellings, some with garages and fenced-in backyards, typically range between $225,000 and $450,000. Many houses in Historic Southside are built close together, giving the neighborhood an urban feel.

Two-story craftsman-style homes are common in the Historic Southside neighborhood.
Two-story craftsman-style homes are common in the Historic Southside neighborhood.
Remodeled ranch homes show the Historic Southside pride in keeping up the neighborhood.
Remodeled ranch homes show the Historic Southside pride in keeping up the neighborhood.
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Black history showcased through museums and churches

Located in Historic Southside is The Tarrant County Black Historical and Genealogical Society, a museum detailing Black history in the area. Full of historical documents, the society also keeps records of historic homes and buildings in the neighborhood. A block away is Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church, which was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1999 for its service to the African American Community since its beginnings in 1929. The planned National Juneteenth Museum is expected to open in 2025 on the corner of Evans Avenue and Rosedale Street and will educate and celebrate while preserving the history of Juneteenth.

Celebrating 90 years, Our Mother of Mercy is Tarrant County's first African American church.
Celebrating 90 years, Our Mother of Mercy is Tarrant County's first African American church.
Plaques line the streets of Evan Plaza honoring African Americans from the Historic Southside.
Plaques line the streets of Evan Plaza honoring African Americans from the Historic Southside.
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Active Historic Southside neighborhood association

According to CAP Index, Historic Southside receives the highest possible crime score of 10. While this may deter some from buying or patronizing within the community, a neighborhood association actively takes steps to promote togetherness and encourage progress in the area. The association holds an annual Literacy Carnival, complete with food tents, games and free books; highlights the accomplishments of students living in Historic Southside and hosts frequent neighborhood cleanups.

Fortress building bridges from poverty to promise in Historic Southside.
Fortress building bridges from poverty to promise in Historic Southside.
The Ella Mae Chamblee Branch is located at Evans Avenue in Historic Southside.
The Ella Mae Chamblee Branch is located at Evans Avenue in Historic Southside.
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Texas-Soul BBQ at Smoke-A-Holics

Living in Historic Southside gives residents easy access to some of the best barbecue in the city. “This area has a lot of culture. There are barbecue places that are highly enjoyed by the neighborhood and people from the surrounding neighborhoods who come to eat here,” says Banta. On the southside on Rosedale Avenue, Smoke-A-Holics BBQ serves up all the classic meats like brisket, pork ribs and smoked turkey in a small, unassuming brick building. Locals enjoy the cornbread, baked beans and banana pudding almost as much as the barbecue itself. Another nearby staple is Mama E’s Bar-B-Q & Home Cooking, which also offers the classics. In the northern part of town is Wild Acre, a restaurant and beer garden serving burgers and craft beer where residents can gather on the covered patio while their kids run around on the green space. For groceries, a few neighborhood markets are peppered throughout the community, including People Food Store, Circle M Food Store and Bodega South Main.

Quick and easy carry-out for the family dinner is always an option at Smoke-A-Holics BBQ.
Quick and easy carry-out for the family dinner is always an option at Smoke-A-Holics BBQ.
Patrons patiently yet eagerly await their turn to dig in to some Panther City BBQ.
Patrons patiently yet eagerly await their turn to dig in to some Panther City BBQ.
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Connecting at Glenwood Park and Southside Center

Residents might head to Glenwood Park for some outdoor time, where there’s a basketball court, playground and picnic areas amid open green space. The Southside Community Center offers an event space for rent and after-school programs for neighborhood youth, as well as the Best Years Club for those who are 60 and above. Bigger parks nearby include Hillside Park to the south and Sycamore Park to the east, each offering athletic fields and playgrounds.

A picturesque walking bridge crosses the Glenwood Park stream.
A picturesque walking bridge crosses the Glenwood Park stream.
Southside Community Center offers a variety of programs to the Historic Southside neighborhood.
Southside Community Center offers a variety of programs to the Historic Southside neighborhood.
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Fort Worth public schools

Students can begin at Van Zandt-Guinn Elementary School before advancing to Morningside Middle School and Polytechnic High School, all three graded a C according to Niche. Next to the elementary school is Van Zandt Park, where locals can utilize the playground and courts after school hours. The high school, in a Georgian Revival building, offers programs like early childhood education, automotive, culinary arts and computer services.

Van Zandt-Guinn Elementary School
is the lone school in the Historic Southside neighborhood.
Van Zandt-Guinn Elementary School is the lone school in the Historic Southside neighborhood.
Crossing guards work hard to keep students safe at Morningside Middle School.
Crossing guards work hard to keep students safe at Morningside Middle School.
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Quick access to Interstates 35 and 30

With U.S. Route 287 and Interstates 35 and 30 surrounding the neighborhood, residents have an easy drive around the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. However, with this thoroughfare convenience comes higher noise levels and more congestion around Historic Southside. There are some Trinity Metro bus stops along Rosedale Avenue, and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is 22 miles to the east.

Historic Southside is just across the bridge from downtown Fort Worth.
Historic Southside is just across the bridge from downtown Fort Worth.
Live in the country and visit the big city from Historic Southside.
Live in the country and visit the big city from Historic Southside.
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Transit

Airport

Dallas-Fort Worth International

35 min drive

Bus

Rosedale & Fabons

Bus

Vickery & Tennessee

Bus

Rosedale & Riverside

Bus

Rosedale & Argyle

Bus

Vickery & Maidstone

Bus

Rosedale & Freeman

Bus

Rosedale & New York

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Historic Southside US
Homicide 9 4
Sexual Assault 9 4
Assault with Weapon 10 4
Robbery 10 4
Burglary 8 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 9 4
Larceny 7 4
Crime Score 9 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$259,000
Median Single Family Price
$259,000
Median Townhouse Price
$369,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$173
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
52
Months of Supply
2.10
Median List Price
$269,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
925
Median Year Built
1930
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,260
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,770
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,919
Median Age
35
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.8%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$32,245
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$42,649

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
75.7%
College Graduates
10.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.7%
% Population in Labor Force
49%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
96°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

39 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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