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White Lake Hills

White Lake Hills

Suburban Neighborhood in Fort Worth, Texas

Tarrant County 76103, 76111, 76117

$333,038 Average Value
$165 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

From cowtown to cozy community near the big city

A dairy silo is all that remains of White Lake Hills’ past. This East Forth Worth suburb got its humble start in 1918 with 20 cattle, a few milk pails and a two-mule wagon that fueled the 2,500-acre White Lake Dairy. From 1960 on, after the dairy closed, homes started popping up, and the neighborhood has been a quiet place to enjoy rural life with close proximity to big-city amenities ever since. Steep hills define its terrain, blanketed by greenspace on three sides, and a lake that feeds into the West Fork Trinity River winds through the neighborhood. And with only three ways in, residents are treated to a peaceful oasis with Downtown Fort Worth only a stone’s throw away. “If people want to live in Fort Worth but need a more affordable option, this is it,” says local Realtor Courtney Conley with the BAR Group at Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate.

Surrounded by nature and one of the largest urban parks

Much of the neighborhood is surrounded by green space, most of which is part of Gateway Park. This 791-acre city park, one of the largest urban parks in the country, offers six ballfields and five soccer fields. Three of the soccer fields are made of artificial turf, and the park also provides a disc golf course. The city opened its first off-leash dog park – Fort Woof Dog Park – in 2004 at Gateway Park. The 5-acre dog park is divided into separate areas for large and small dogs and has plenty of room for dogs to run around, as well as agility features. Action-sport lovers will enjoy the mountain bike trails at the park. These trails wind through the wilderness sections of the park and offer plenty of room to explore. Quanah Parker Park is also in the neighborhood, which sits along the banks of the Trinity River. With plenty of green space for a picnic by the water, the trail is the main appeal here. The trailhead here and those in Gateway Park are linked to the Trinity Trail System, a network of over 100 miles of biking and hiking trails that run through Fort Worth. Tandy Hills Natural Area is just over its southern boundary. Filled with wildflowers and hundreds of plants and animals, residents can stroll through here along its dirt trails for an escape into nature right inside the city. And boating and anglers wanting to get out on the water are only an 8-mile drive to the 50-acre Lake Arlington.

Midcentury moderns with city skyline and lake views

The quiet tree-lined streets give way to ranch-style homes, with a few two-story homes sprinkled in. The housing landscape offers a mix of midcentury modern designs and brick homes. Most homes were built in the early 1960s and range from $250,000 to $450,000. “Houses are typically more affordable here than other parts of Fort Worth,” Conley says. Newcomers can expect 1,700-square-foot three-bedroom homes to five-bedroom homes spanning over 4,000 square feet. Most White Lake Hills homes have great views of the downtown skyline, multi-car garages and ultimate privacy and tranquility with the surrounding greenbelt. Homes on the higher end have pools and large yards for entertaining on nearly a half-acre. Residents can easily walk to local trailheads, any of the three parks in the neighborhood and two private schools.

Championship-winning high school

Fort Worth Independent School District serves the area, and local students attend Eastern Hills Elementary in the Eastern Hills neighborhood, followed by Riverside Middle and Amon Carter-Riverside High School, both in the Carter-Riverside community. The elementary school, which offers a summer basketball camp, earned a C on Niche, and the middle school earned a C-minus. Earning a C-plus on Niche, the high school provides cross-country teams and a mariachi club. Despite average ratings on Niche, Conley says the schools here are part of the appeal for families moving to the area. “The local schools in the area are great, and there are a lot of options,” she says. Students can also attend the private Nolan Catholic High School in the neighborhood. This school has been serving the community since 1961 and is one of the state's highest-rated private college preparatory schools. Nolan is known for its athletic teams, having won 26 state championships throughout its history, seven of which came from football.

A variety of beloved mom and pops

Most shopping and dining options are clustered in the southwest part of the neighborhood and off Interstate 30. Lisa’s Chicken is a no-frills local favorite known for its fried chicken, chicken fried steak, gumbo and fried okra. At the more modern Turkey Den, residents can catch live music while enjoying Cajun classics like dirty rice, fried alligator and crab boils. For Texas natives or barbecue lovers moving to the area, Sammie’s Bar-B-Q is near the neighborhood. A no-frills smokehouse serving up pork ribs, chopped brisket and smoked bologna by the pound, locals also love the joint’s potato salad and onion rings. Groceries and other essentials are just a 3-mile drive east along State Loop 820, where residents will find Alberton’s, Home Depot and Family Dollar. More shopping opportunities await at Sundance Square, just a 5-mile drive west from the neighborhood.

A neighborhood association uniting the community

Community is big here, with neighbors coming together for over 30 events throughout the year, including a New Year’s 5K, a holiday yard decorating contest and an annual parade. The White Lake Hills Neighborhood Association is at the helm of many celebrations to unite the community. The association also holds an Easter egg hunt at Smith-Wilemon Park, “Cowtown Cleanup” park beautification meetups and a Fourth of July celebration.

Five miles from Downtown Fort Worth

With Interstate 30 running along its southern boundary and Route 121 just north, residents can quickly get around the area. Interstate 30 gets residents to Downtown Fort Worth in 5 miles and the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in 18 miles. Public transportation is convenient via Trinity Metro, with plenty of bus stops along Bridge Street.

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime White Lake Hills US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

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Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$340,000
Median Single Family Price
$336,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$165
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Months of Supply
2.10
Median List Price
$347,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
599
Median Year Built
1967
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,207
Above the national average
1,935
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,162
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
942
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    12 - 5pm

    5024 Boulder Lake Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76103

    $412,125

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,249 Sq Ft
    • 5024 Boulder Lake Rd
    • New 2 days ago

    Spacious 4 Bedroom Home with Modern Updates in a Peaceful Tree-Filled Neighborhood Walking Distance to the City Park. Tucked away on a large corner lot in a quiet tree-lined neighborhood with low traffic, this beautifully maintained 4 bedroom 3 bath home combines comfort style and peace of mind. Just a short walk to the city park it offers both tranquility and convenience. Inside the open layout

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    Lucy Knox
    Keller Williams Lonestar DFW
    (682) 342-1621
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Distribution of Home Values

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Average Home Value




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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
2,382
Median Age
45
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.7%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$59,090
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$68,388

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89%
College Graduates
42.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.4%
% Population in Labor Force
60.1%
On par with 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®

51 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

3 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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