Hot homes: 6 Fort Worth properties ahead of 2026 trends

This year, Zillow reports that homebuyers are playing with splashes of color, getting cozy, and looking for ultra-resilient homes.

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Welcome home — inside it’s cozy, sustainable, and has all the customizations you want.

Home is where the trends are. Zillow recently released its forecast of the top trends we’ll see across real estate in 2026. If you’re looking to stay on top of what’s new, check out these hot homes in Fort Worth.

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This color is so you.

Color drenching

3214 NW Loraine St. | Listing agent: Santiago Pulido, Perla Realty Group

At first glance, the home’s interior represents a warm neutral palette. But as you step inside the primary bedroom, you’ll notice a splash of slate blue set up molding that matches the “his and hers” bathroom cabinets.

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Maximalism is so back.

Personalized touches

1817 5th Ave. | Listing agent: John Staab, Motive Real Estate Group

Homeowners are embracing details such as accent walls and whimsical designs. This 1920s residence in Fairmount has been renovated to include several thoughtfully crafted features.

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This space is begging to be converted into your own private escape.

At-home escapes

3000 6th Ave. | Listing agent: Heather Teems, League Real Estate

The term “cozy” saw a big boost in 2025. In the upstairs sanctuary, roll out the yoga mats and host your very own meditation retreat.

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Practice your swing in the stunning neighborhood of Montserrat.

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At-home sports

9517 Bella Terra Dr. | Listing agent: Ida Duwe Olsen, Compass RE Texas

Who needs a golf course when you have your own at-home golf simulator? This 10,146-sqft mansion also boasts a dedicated fitness room and a separate game room.

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The high-performance windows create superior insulation causing better energy efficiency.

Renewable and efficient energy

6022 County Rd. 915, Joshua | Listing: Green Homes for Sale

Located ~10 minutes from downtown Fort Worth, this three-bedroom home features a steel frame and straw bale construction, built with sustainability in mind. It also features double-pane argon-gas casement windows and a tankless water heater.

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Searches for homes with fire and flood protection are on the rise this year.

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Resilient homes

409 E. 7th St. | Listing agent: Delia Schneider, Compass RE Texas

Did you know that searches for houses with fire protection rose by ~28% last year? Put your mind at ease. Located in the Le Bijou enclave, just one block from Sundance Square, the 3,762-sqft townhome comes with its own fire protection system.

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