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The neighborhoods around Texas Christian University (TCU) tend to be the most resilient and stable communities in Fort Worth.

About TCU Homes

TCU-area homes offer stability and consistent appreciation in value.

The neighborhoods around Texas Christian University (TCU) tend to be the most resilient and stable communities in Fort Worth. When people refer to “TCU” as a neighborhood, they generally speak of the neighborhoods built between 1920 and 1960 that surround the school.

Park Hill, Berkeley Place, Sisk Heights, University Place, University West, Bluebonnet Hills, Bluebonnet Place, Kellis Park, Wilshire, Westcliff, Westcliff West, Colonial Hills, and Worth Heights are all “TCU neighborhoods.”

Focus on neighborhoods in 76109 for shopping, dining, quality public schools, and parks.

In a broader sense, the Tanglewood and Overton communities are also part of the TCU area; however, locals think of a TCU area home as primarily Tudor architecture from the 1920s or Mid-Century style homes built in the 1950s.

A TCU area home
A TCU area home

These neighborhoods were built about the same time as the Arlington Heights area homes as Fort Worth expanded its footprint in the 1920s. Before that time, most residential buildings were in the near Southside areas of Fairmount, Elizabeth Blvd., and Ryan Place and in several downtown districts, which are now mostly gone. Other residences were located around Samuels Blvd northeast of downtown.

TCU Overlay District requires investors to register their property.

Living in a college-centric community has tremendous and sometimes not-so-great dimensions. In response to the complaints of home-owners living in single-family residences in the TCU neighborhoods, the City of Fort Worth passed a particular zoning restriction known as the TCU Overlay to limit the growth of “stealth dorms” where as many as five or more unrelated people live in a single-family home. The parties, traffic, and on-street parking had been taking a heavy toll on the campus’s charming neighborhoods.

After much discussion, the city has established standards and requirements that anyone owning rental property in the overlay district must follow. The zoning overlay was locked in after a short period of exception requests. Exceptions were made to grandfather landlords already “renting out rooms one at a time.” Still, from now on, newly registered rental properties may have no more than three unrelated persons residing. Newly acquired rental property must promptly be re-registered with the city of Fort Worth by the owner. Here is a link to the city’s registration portal.

TCU Overlay Map
TCU Overlay Map

Mostly, residents of the TCU neighborhoods like the proximity to the active campus, Amon G Carter Stadium, the University churches, and the student-oriented restaurants and bars. The Trustees have capped TCU’s enrollment for the past three years, and the University has prioritized creating sufficient housing on campus to accommodate as many students as possible, including the construction of the new “Greek Village” in the North Hills area of the campus.

Even with the overlay district, there will continue to be many rental properties throughout the TCU neighborhoods, as seen on the map here. Predictions are that with the direction of the campus leadership and the expected continuing growth of Fort Worth, many rental properties will be converted back to owner-occupied as prices continue to rise.

 





Current Listings

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$659,000
$263
4224 Lanark Avenue
Fort Worth, TX 76109
4
Beds
,
3
Baths
,
2,502
square feet,
Welcome to 4224 Lanark, a spacious 4-bedroom 3-bathroom home on a wonderful tree-lined street in a close-knit Fort Worth neighborhood. Recent improvements include fresh interior paint, new carpet, new garage doors, new dishwasher, updated windows, newer roof and a newly renovated third bathroom and laundry room. Two living areas, a large kitchen, beautiful hardwood floors, abundant natural light throughout, and an oversized primary bedroom with his & her closets and ensuite bath create a comfortable and inviting interior. The generous backyard offers plenty of space to play, garden, entertain or even add a pool. Move-in ready with the space and flexibility to grow and make it your own, this Overton Park Elementary zoned home is just what you’ve been looking for.
Residential
MLS# 21380924 League Real Estate
$1.495m
$441
1821 Warner Road
Fort Worth, TX 76110
5
Beds
,
4
Baths
,
3,390
square feet,
Welcome to Warner Road, reimagined.. With the space and flexibility to fit the way you live. With five bedrooms and a dedicated office that could serve as a sixth bedroom, there’s room for work, guests, hobbies, and everything in between. Hardwood floors bring warmth to the interiors, while a prep kitchen offers extra space when you’re cooking or entertaining. Thoughtful conveniences make everyday life easier, including laundry areas both upstairs and downstairs. Extensive updates—new electrical, new plumbing, spray foam insulation, and tankless water heaters—add to the home’s appeal. The oversized lot is just as exciting as the home itself. Its expansive backyard offers plenty of room to gather with friends, enjoy time outdoors, or add the pool you’ve been dreaming of. With a great Fort Worth location, versatile living space, and a backyard full of possibilities, 1821 Warner Road is ready for its next chapter.
Residential
MLS# 21205204 Serhant Texas, LLC
$160,000
$175
4430 Harlanwood Drive N
Fort Worth, TX 76109
1
Beds
,
1
Baths
,
915
square feet,
Enjoy easy, convenient living in this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath upstairs corner condo, ideally located near TCU, grocery stores, restaurants, shopping, and Tanglewood Park. This turn-key home offers a comfortable, low-maintenance lifestyle with electric, water, and trash included through the HOA. The open-concept living and dining area features a cozy fireplace, creating a welcoming space for relaxing or entertaining. The efficient galley-style kitchen offers plenty of cabinet space along with a convenient pantry for additional storage. A dedicated utility room within the condo, includes a stackable washer and dryer, adding to the convenience of everyday living. The spacious bedroom features a large walk-in closet, providing ample storage. Wood-look flooring throughout most of the unit offers a warm, modern look and easy maintenance. Located in a desirable corner unit near the community pool, this condo combines comfort, convenience, and an excellent location. Just minutes from TCU, Tanglewood Park, grocery shopping, restaurants, and other everyday amenities, this is an ideal opportunity for someone looking for simple living in Fort Worth.
Residential
MLS# 21396065 Williams Trew Real Estate
$735,000
$242
4224 Oak Park Court
Fort Worth, TX 76109
3
Beds
,
3
Baths
,
3,034
square feet,
Welcome to this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home located in the desirable gated community Stonegate. Designed with an open-concept floor plan, this home offers two spacious living areas and two dining spaces, providing plenty of room for both everyday living and entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen opens seamlessly to the main living area, creating the perfect gathering space. The generous primary suite serves as a private retreat, featuring a spacious bedroom and an impressive ensuite bath. Secondary bedrooms are comfortably sized, and the functional layout offers flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. Outside, the low-maintenance backyard provides just the right amount of outdoor space for relaxing without the upkeep. Enjoy the comfort, convenience, and security of gated community living in this inviting home.
Residential
MLS# 21333454 Moore Real Estate
$309,000
$193
2940 Livingston Avenue
Fort Worth, TX 76110
4
Beds
,
2
Baths
,
1,602
square feet,
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Excellent opportunity just blocks from TCU in one of Fort Worth’s most convenient and sought-after areas. This approximately 1, 602 sq. ft. property is configured as two separate living units, providing immediate rental income with flexibility to potentially convert back into one spacious home. The FRONT UNIT, approximately 902 sq. ft., features a unique loft-style room on the second floor—the ONLY room upstairs. The entire main living area is downstairs, including the primary bedroom, living room, dining area, kitchen, and full bathroom with marble finishes. Recently remodeled, the front unit is leased for $1, 500 per month month-to-month. The REAR UNIT, approximately 700 sq. ft., is entirely one level and includes two bedrooms, living room, kitchen, and full bathroom. It offers access from the rear alley and a side walkway from the front. The rear unit is leased for $1, 100 per month month-to-month. Combined rental income is $2, 600 PER MONTH. Both units share water and electricity. The property could potentially be converted into one approximately 1, 602 sq. ft. home by opening the wall separating the living spaces, subject to buyer verification. Additional improvements include a covered front porch, new fencing, fresh exterior paint, and recent remodeling to the front unit. Just blocks from TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY TCU and Paschal High School, with convenient access to the TCU and Berry Street area, restaurants, coffee shops, bars, shopping, and entertainment. Enjoy close proximity to the Fort Worth Zoo, Colonial Country Club, University Park Village, Trinity Park, Magnolia Avenue, Near Southside, and Downtown Fort Worth. Surrounded by established neighborhoods including Park Hill, University West, Fairmount, Berkeley Place, and Prospect Heights. An excellent opportunity for investors, owner-occupants, or buyers seeking a flexible property near TCU.
Residential
MLS# 21384434 5X Realty
$557,000
$387
3211 Cockrell Avenue
Fort Worth, TX 76109
2
Beds
,
2
Baths
,
1,441
square feet,
This darling TCU Tudor home oozes charm and curb appeal. If you are looking for walking distance to TCU, shopping, restaurants and one of the prime Fort Worth locations, then this is it. The spacious two bedroom, two full bathroom home has beautiful original wood floors, arched doorways and vintage features with modern day functionality. The living room is spacious with lots of natural light and the original brick fireplace from the 1930’s. The updated kitchen has granite counters, an eat in kitchen with a full size laundry area conveniently behind closed doors. The back door leads from the kitchen affording easy access to the spacious private back yard with huge trees and a concrete patio to grill and enjoy a private gathering area. Just off the patio is a spacious and convenient storage shed. A large dining room allows for plenty of seating or could serve as a second living space. The primary has its own bathroom while the second bedroom has an additional room that could double as an office, additional sleeping area, exercise room or nursery. This room also has a door leading to the back yard. Don’t worry about parking near campus with a private electric gate leading to a spacious backyard driveway allowing for secure and off road parking. Upgrades include a new roof in 2023 as well as a new sewage line and foundation reinforcement. In 2025, the entire plumbing under the home and coming into the home was replaced to current code compliance. The house is fully furnished and everything is included so if you are looking for a turn key opportunity for rental, this is it! The house has an active lease through August 1, 2027. Don’t miss this investor’s opportunity.
Residential
MLS# 21389866 League Real Estate
$975,000
$344
3724 Arborlawn Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76109
4
Beds
,
3
Baths
,
2,831
square feet,
Located in the heart of Overton Park on a beautiful tree-lined street, this inviting home offers great curb appeal and a light-filled, open floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The spacious living area features a picturesque window overlooking the front yard and flows seamlessly into the updated kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless appliances, ample cabinetry and generous counter space. A bright sunroom overlooking the serene backyard provides flexible additional living space ideal for a playroom, study or sitting area. The spacious primary suite features a beautifully updated bath with dual vanities, quartz countertops, a soaking tub and separate shower. Outside, mature trees shade the backyard and create an inviting setting for outdoor entertainment, while a rear-entry garage and gated driveway provide added privacy and convenience. Zoned to highly sought-after Overton Park Elementary and ideally located near shopping, dining, Trinity Trails, TCU and major highways, this home offers an exceptional combination of space, convenience and location.
Residential
MLS# 21362048 Williams Trew Real Estate
$1.425m
$311
4829 Overton Woods Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76109
3
Beds
,
4
Baths
,
4,585
square feet,
Architecturally Styled- influence of Frank Lloyd Wright Design. Upscale Overton Woods, a prestigious desired neighborhood! This home was designed to enjoy your life & living. Beautifully built in this location to showcase the home and landscaping-with accent lighting. Live, Dine and Intertain while viewing a serene landscape that is peaceful & relaxing. Immaculately well maintained – One-Owner home designed with amazing floor to ceiling Pella Double pane windows & sliding glass doors through-out. All Sand Stone (walls, columns- fireplace etc.) came from Ranger Texas. Metal Roof, Wood Beams- true workmanship through-out this home, beautiful wood flooring. Three Ensuite bedrooms-upstairs- all bedrooms- Beamed Shadow Box Ceilings. Primary bedroom closet-is top of the line- Maplewood- frosted glass doors- to hang your clothes, shoe rack – built in drawers etc. Shower and jetted bathtub. Large Gameroom-with bar. 1 half bath downstairs. Spacious room was used as an office- Need a playroom, workout room? Make this house yours! Large Formal dining room. **2024 Updated kitchen-Alderwood Cabinets, Jenn Air Appliances, Sub-Zero Refrigerator, New Countertops.**2025- Insulation added 14 in. **2018- Roof Replaced. Ash Wood stairs (carpet over wood) 2nd story- ALL ENSUITES have balconies- 60 ft of balconies. Quiet neighborhood, convenient location to dining and shopping. Three HVAC’s zoned-2 downstairs & 1 upstairs. Backyard-room for a pool, parties, pets- children- enjoyment. Large covered Patio. A Fabulous opportunity to live, love and enjoy this showcase home!
Residential
MLS# 21387181 Engel & Volkers Fort Worth
$875,000
$251
3417 Park Ridge Boulevard
Fort Worth, TX 76109
4
Beds
,
4
Baths
,
3,490
square feet,
WELCOME BACK, HORNED FROGS! Location, lifestyle, and investment potential come together at 3417 Park Ridge Blvd, ideally positioned just off Bluebonnet Circle in the heart of the TCU area. Walk to TCU campus, Amon G. Carter Stadium, restaurants, shops, grocery, and neighborhood favorites—an increasingly rare level of convenience in one of Fort Worth’s most sought-after university neighborhoods. Built in 2021, this spacious 3, 490-square-foot residence offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, generous living spaces, hardwood floors, and an oversized 2-car garage. The flexible floor plan is particularly well suited for students and roommates, with two bedrooms on the main level and two additional bedrooms upstairs, along with a secondary living area. Outdoor spaces make the home equally appealing for everyday living and TCU game days, with a covered back patio, front porch, and fenced private backyard. The walkable location puts the energy of TCU and University Drive within easy reach while still offering the comfort and space of an established residential neighborhood. For TCU parents considering purchasing rather than renting, students looking for a true home near campus, or investors seeking property in the Fort Worth TCU market, 3417 Park Ridge Blvd offers a compelling combination of proximity, space, flexibility, and long-term ownership potential. Walk to class. Walk to game day. Walk to dinner. Request floor plan, survey, previous rental information and private tour. Four minute drive to TCU campus.
Residential
MLS# 21390899 Compass RE Texas, LLC
$350,000
$251
4709 Selkirk Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76109
3
Beds
,
2
Baths
,
1,396
square feet,
Welcome to this beautifully updated Westcliff home that lives much larger than its square footage suggests. Located just a short walk from Foster Park and its scenic trail system, plus centrally located to everything Fort Worth has to offer, this turnkey home is packed with modern improvements including new energy-efficient windows, new flooring, and two fully renovated bathrooms featuring stylish fixtures and new plumbing, all seamlessly paired with classic charm like beadboard wainscoting throughout. The bright kitchen boasts sleek stainless steel gas appliances, generous storage, and a sunny dining area that flows directly to the backyard through sliding glass doors. The backyard is a true outdoor oasis with a massive, fully fenced yard featuring a newly extended patio and mature shade trees perfect for entertaining, play, or relaxing. Come see it for yourself today!
Residential
MLS# 21387998 Fine Point Homes Real Estate