Williams Trew presents FTW Neighborhoods Guide: Fairmount + Ryan Place 🏡

Fairmount

Today’s installment of our FTW Neighborhoods Guide explores the Fairmount + Ryan Place neighborhoods situated just south of downtown Fort Worth. 🏡

Need to know
Located within walking distance of the thriving, eclectic mix of restaurants, pubs + music venues along Magnolia Avenue, the charming Fairmount neighborhood sits close to the Medical District.

Expect to see a collection of turn of the century homes and Craftsman, wood-framed bungalows.

Where to live
If you’re sold + looking to become Fairmount’s latest resident, browse housing options currently on the market via Williams Trew.

The early days
First developed as a middle class residential area between 1890 and 1938 (with 20 subdivisions platted between 1883 and 1907), and the majority of Fairmount homes were built between 1905 and 1920.

The Fairmount Neighborhood Association says about one third of original homes were occupied by business executives who managed their own firms (think: doctors, lawyers, and educators).

Following World War II, many of FTW’s suburbs grew + neighborhoods fell into disrepair — including Fairmount. Today’s residents are working to revitalize, rebuild, and restore the historic area.

Ryan Place

Need to know
Similarly to the Fairmount neighborhood, the Great Depression took its toll on Ryan Place. But, in 1979, the neighborhood became the only residential historic district in FTW when Elizabeth Blvd. joined the National Register of Historic Places.

A few years later, a group of residents pitched the idea for an annual home tour, A Candlelight Christmas in Ryan Place, to raise funds to reconstruct the iconic Carthage stone + marble gates at Elizabeth Blvd. + Eighth Ave. (after they’d been taken down in 1955) and continue revitalization efforts.

Today, the neighborhood is dotted with historic homes ranging from Mediterranean revival style + stone to Georgian brick.

Read on to learn about the history of Ryan Place along with recs for can’t-miss spots in both neighborhoods via Williams Trew Real Estate.*

RYAN PLACE RECS + HISTORY

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In what year did Ryan Place’s Elizabeth Blvd. join the National Register of Historic Places?

1907
1956
1979
1988

See the answer in the Wrap.

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Monday, Dec. 19

Texas Christkindl Market 2022 | Monday, Dec. 19-Friday, Dec. 23 | 12-8 p.m. | North Plaza at Globe Life Field, 1650 E. Randol Mill Rd., Arlington | Free | The market is inspired by a 70-year relationship with Arlington’s sister city Bad Konigshofen and is one of the largest Christmas markets in the state.

Tuesday, Dec. 20

Dallas Cowboys Holiday Camps | Tuesday, Dec. 20 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | AT&T Stadium, 1 AT&T Way, Arlington | $175 | Athletes grades 1-8 and dancers ages 6-16 can enjoy a one-day football or dance camp from former NFL players and current Dallas Cowboy cheerleaders.

Wednesday, Dec. 21

A Very Merry Country Christmas | Wednesday, Dec. 21-Thursday, Dec. 22 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Cowtown Coliseum, 111 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth | $33-$110 | A tribute cast will perform the greatest country Christmas songs from Reba McEntire, Shania Twain, Brooks and Dunn, Willie Nelson, and Kenny Chesney.

Thursday, Dec. 22

Lightscape | Thursday, Dec. 22-Sunday, Jan. 8 | 5:45-9 p.m. | Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth | $18-$28 | Lightscape will illuminate evenings at the Garden with over one million holiday lights and artistic installations throughout a spectacular one-mile walking trail.

Friday, Dec. 23

Squeezebox Bandits | Friday, Dec. 23 | 7 p.m. | Magnolia Motor Lounge, 3005 Morton St., Fort Worth | $10 | The Texas musicians will bring their accordion twang to Fort Worth.
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland | Friday, Dec. 23 | 7:30 p.m. | Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth | $21-$51 | See the all-new, must-see performance that will transport you to a magical land far away in an unforgettable holiday show experience.

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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Weather

45º | Cloudy | 20% chance of rain

Civic

Following the severe weather last week, the city is reminding residents to register for the free Fort Worth Texas Alerts. Residents can opt-in to receive emergency communications via text, call, or email for reliable weather warnings.

Announced

Local film company I Never Met a Man I Didn’t Like Films, LLC announced a new project, “The Will Rogers Story.” Led by Director Johnathan Brownlee and “1883" actor Eric Nelsen, the film follows the true American dream story of performer Will Rogers, the namesake of the event center on Lancaster Avenue. 🎥

Development

Dallas investor Velocis is teaming up with Japan-based Sumitomo Corp. to build an 850,000-sqft industrial complex on North Beach Street near I-820. The $53 million business park will break ground in January and is expected to open in early 2024. 🏗 (The Dallas Morning News)

Plan Ahead

UNT Health Science Center announced the key speaker for the Black Men in White Coats Youth Summit on Saturday, Feb. 18. Register now to hear Dr. Garth Graham, director and global head of healthcare for Google and YouTube, at the Fort Worth campus (1000 Montgomery St.) from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 🩺

Number

59. That’s how many homes Trinity Habitat built in 2022, bringing the organization’s total to 917 since 1989. With help from volunteers, Trinity Habitat also repaired 109 homes, 81 of which are owned by aging-in-place seniors. 🏡

Community

Speaking of houses — veteran and former host of HGTV’s “Flip or Flop Fort Worth,” Andy Williams is working to build houses using local labor with his career-training program Rehab Warriors. The program teaches veterans the principles of real estate and develops low-to-moderate-income housing to revitalize neighborhoods. 🔨 (Fort Worth Report)

Trending

The Today Show made a stop in Grapevine last week to explore the Christmas Capital of Texas. If you’re looking for a quick day trip this week, head ~25 minutes east of downtown for a magical holiday adventure. 🎄

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Retail

Shipping deadlines for Christmas

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Grab your packing tape. If you have a package that must arrive by Sunday, Dec. 25, we’ve got the details on when and where to ship your presents. 🎁

FedEx deadlines:

Tuesday, Dec. 20 | Express Saver
Wednesday, Dec. 21 | FedEx 2Day
Friday, Dec. 23 | FedEx SameDay

Locate your nearest FedEx location.

UPS deadlines:

Tuesday, Dec. 20 | UPS 3 Day Select
Wednesday, Dec. 21 | UPS 2nd Day Air
Thursday, Dec. 22 | UPS Next Day Air

Find your nearest UPS location.

United States Postal Service deadlines:

Monday, Dec. 19 | Priority Mail service
Friday, Dec. 23 | Priority Mail Express service

Find your nearest Post Office.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Kate.

Editor’s pick: I don’t know who remembers this KIA commercial from a few years back, but apparently playing carols with the car lights is making a comeback. 💡

The White Settlement Police Department gifted the internet a holiday treasure in flashing lights. We have two questions for the department: How long did this take? And, can we please be friends? 🚓

Answered: C. Elizabeth Blvd. joined the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, making Ryan Place the only residential historic district in FTW.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Take the fam to see these local holiday light displays.

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