This Year-End, I Make the Case for Painting the Brick White with These 7 Homes

Some people inherit their houses’ personalities and accept them as is. I tend to give them a makeover with some white paint.

I’ve now taken two brick homes, one a nondescript gray and the other a supposedly sacred Old Chicago blend, and turned them bright, confident white. The purists gasped, clutched their pearls over that Old Chicago brick, insisting it was too revered to cover. In my opinion, that mottled mix of orange, yellow, gray, and brown is no competition for a clean coat of white.

Now, you don’t even have to be president to live in a white house. What you need is paint and a little courage. It can give a house a fresh start, whether the house is mid-century modern or Texas farmhouse or suburban one-story.

So, here for the second year in a row are some white houses that caught my eye…and probably yours, too.

6121 Sharon Road, Fort Worth

For a house built more than 70 years ago, 6121 Sharon Road still knows how to catch attention. The crisp white brick gives this 1951 classic a fresh lift with clean lines that stand out on a shady street near Ridglea Country Club.

Under $500K, Fort Worth House Delivers Bright Life Near Ridglea Country Club

Mature trees frame the façade, and the brick‑columned porch adds just the right touch of mid‑century character. The stylishly updated house offers a lot for $495,900. It’s a two‑bedroom, two‑bathroom home in one of Fort Worth’s most popular neighborhoods, and surely one of the brightest there.

 4901 Winthrop Ave., Fort Worth

So, here’s another bright spot in the Ridglea area of Fort Worth, which also just happens to have been built in 1951. The white house at 4901 Winthrop Ave. Set on an oversized, beautifully landscaped lot, the house catches the eye from the start.

Tradition Meets Modern Living in This Redefined Ridglea Home

A red brick walkway leads to the front door of the crisp white one‑story, where fresh siding, black shutters and new windows give this traditional home a bright, welcoming presence. In its 1,747 square feet, the house contains four bedrooms and two bathrooms and was listed at $550,000.

1914 Overlook Ridge Dr. in Keller

Open the door at 1914 Overlook Ridge Dr. in Keller and you’ll see it immediately: this home is no vanilla suburban two‑story. This 2,654‑square‑foot white house, built in 1996, leans into today’s crisp, white trend. The exterior sets the tone, where the owner/Realtor took the white and layered in black and gray accents for contrast. The result is anything but dull.

A Keller Two-Story Makes a Modern Statement in Black and White

Inside the four-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom house is a dramatic black staircase and black fireplace surround — perfect for the house’s white background. The white is a blank canvas, ready for pops of color, in this house that was listed for $569,000.

4132 Pershing Ave., Fort Worth

This white Mediterranean bungalow, built in 1928, has held onto its original character, including its classic Spanish‑tile roof. Thoughtful updates bring it comfortably into 2025, but the home at 4132 Pershing Ave. in Fort Worth still carries the charm and warmth of its nearly century‑old design.

The Listing Is Real — Bring Just a Toothbrush to This Arlington Heights Bungalow

Set in the ever‑popular Arlington Heights neighborhood, the 1,416‑square‑foot home offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a welcoming covered front porch. With downtown Fort Worth less than 10 minutes away, the location is as appealing as the architecture. The property is listed at $595,000.

2516 Shirley Avenue, Fort Worth

White is the defining look of this English Tudor charmer at 2516 Shirley Ave. in Fort Worth, just a short walk from the TCU campus. Built in 1931, the two‑story home has been transformed over the decades, blending its classic architecture with fresh updates—including a bright‑and‑white kitchen that feels perfectly suited to modern living. Listed at $1.1 million, it stands out as one of the neighborhood’s most distinctive offerings.

CandysDirt.com

Inside, the thoughtful renovations continue. The primary bathroom now features a walk‑in shower, and the home’s refreshed spaces balance historic character with contemporary comfort. It’s a rare Tudor that feels both timeless and current, all within steps of the purple‑and‑white energy of TCU.

60 Cimarron Dr., Trophy Club

This white 1987 one‑story at 60 Cimarron Drive in Trophy Club has been completely reimagined for 2025. Nearly 40 years in, the home now has a fresh, modern look. It’s noticed right from the curb with its newly painted white brick, crisp black trim, a replaced front door, new sod, and refreshed landscaping.

Trophy Club One-Story Says Goodbye 1987 and Hello 2025 With Modern Updates

Inside the three‑bedroom, two‑bath home, the updates get even better. Bold black accents play off the white exterior, showing up on closet doors and bathroom vanities, tying the whole design together with the seamless style buyers want right now. Both bathrooms were fully remodeled with modern touches—a frameless glass shower, a stand‑alone soaking tub, and yes, that black free‑standing tub that’s downright sexy. The 1,759‑square‑foot open-floor-plan layout feels brighter, sharper, and unmistakably ready for its next chapter. $499,000.

4304 Cartagena Drive, Fort Worth

I’m not the only one with a soft spot for white houses. Realtor Maria Karnes with Coldwell Banker does, too. She bought, remodeled and listed this one herself.

I’m Judging This Fort Worth House by Its White Brick Cover (and I Love It)

The entry in this 1982 house opens to an airy, open‑concept floor plan, connecting to an updated kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless‑steel appliances and custom cabinets. The great room features vaulted ceilings, picture‑frame molding and a wood‑burning fireplace.

The 2,396‑square‑foot home includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The primary suite features its own fireplace and a renovated bathroom with a double vanity, stand‑alone soaking tub and frameless glass shower. The two additional bedrooms come with generous closets and share an updated bathroom.

Helpful Hints For a Debate

In case convincing a spouse that painting a brick house white is up for debate, I’ve got a few reasons why it works well. I love white brick for the same reason we love a great white shirt: it goes with everything.

White paint slapped over ugly brick gives the house a clean, confident backdrop. Black accents are having their moment, which will instantly update a house that’s decades old. But I also can attest from personal experience that white brick paired with a bright red front door is just as striking. It’s classic, cheerful, and makes it easy for friends to know where you live. A coat of white paint can rescue mismatched brick. Without knocking down a wall or replanting the landscape, it can make a home look great.

It’s simple. And I’ve never had even one second thought about doing it, not once, but twice.