Ozark Cabin? No, It’s a Fort Worth Fairmount Surprise

Fairmount is a popular Fort Worth neighborhood where lots of home buyers scour to find a special house. Well, here’s one that stands out among blocks of bungalows and charming two stories. It’s a unique abode with a rustic facade in this historic neighborhood.

Take one look at the house listed for $549,500 at 2249 Hurley Ave. in Fort Worth. Fairmount’s houses are known for historic charm and architectural diversity, but this house doesn’t fit into the normal categories. It’s not like the expected 20th-century craftsman bungalows, colonial revivals, or Tudor homes.

“Most of Fairmount is traditional craftsman bungalows, and this house may have been that at some time, but it became this rustic cabin look,” said broker John Staab with Motive Real Estate Group. “It looks like something from the Ozarks or Appalachia, and it does have a fantastic front porch.”

Behind its rustic exterior, the main house reveals an open floor plan designed and remodeled by builder Daniel Sanchez. He gave the house, built in 1930, an extensive renovation, just the way he wanted it. The updated interior is slick and modern, resulting in an updated interior. The choices for floors, appliances, bathrooms, intricate tiles, and lighting definitely brought this home into this century.

“You’ve got to come inside and see it,” Staab said. “The inside is a surprise, a pleasant surprise. It’s not what you’d expect.”

Interior Statement

Open the door to wood-beamed ceilings adding some drama to the living spaces. The standout kitchen features sleek black stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops, a disappearing appliance garage, and a large island accented by robin’s egg blue cabinets — a statement as bold as the home’s façade. The property comes with four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and two half-baths.

The primary suite is a comfortable retreat, including a custom closet, a jetted soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. It’s perfect for relaxing, but to keep those relaxing thoughts there for all seasons is the property’s storm shelter…no worries during Texas storm season. Then there’s the gazebo that could be the focus of backyard entertaining during Fort Worth’s many good-weather days.

But wait! There’s more here that could lead to all kinds of possibilities. Behind the main house sits another house with a full kitchen, living room, two bedrooms, and two bathrooms, each with a walk-in shower. There’s a small office with a Murphy bed. Is it a “granny flat?”  What about a rental for students from nearby Texas Christian University? Extra space for visiting relatives?

Two Worlds

This is truly a tale of two worlds in two ways. Not only is the exterior distinct from the interior style, but two similarly-sized houses exist on one lot. Together the two houses measure 2,235 square feet of living area. It’s a rare chance for two friends to live side-by-side, adult siblings to stay close, or to allow an ailing parent to stay near.

The property is close to some of the best Fort Worth has to offer. Magnolia’s booming restaurant scene is close, and TCU is not far to the west. But this house offers this unique wood-enhanced rustic space to seem removed from the hustle of big-city life.

“You have rustic charm and all kinds of modern amenities,” said Staab. “It’s the best of both worlds.”

Broker John Staab with Motive Real Estate Group has 2249 Hurley Ave. listed for $549,500.