Fort Worth Friday

Stunning Mediterranean Compound on Boat Club Road

By Eric Prokesh / July 19, 2019 /

In the three years I have been writing for CandysDirt.com, I haven’t really done lakefront. Perhaps the torpor induced by the heat of another July in Texas drove me to water, in search of refreshment of the spirit. Eagle Mountain Lake, with its surrounding hills, is one of the more attractive and authentic looking man-made…

Appealing Beauty on Bent Elm Lane in River Hills Beckons

By Eric Prokesh / July 12, 2019 /

Another Riverhill stunner that gets it right, this one at 4020 Bent Elm is elegant without being bombastic. Why have we come to expect that from new construction? This lovely brick home, built in 2015 clocks in at a manageable 3,748 square feet. In fact the entry is best described modest and restrained. Still, quality is…

Gracious Custom Build in Colonial Hills on Alton Road

By Eric Prokesh / July 5, 2019 /

Located in Colonial Hills with views of TCU, 2924 Alton Road demonstrates that new construction need not necessarily mean sacrificing charm and character. With a nice setback from the street and appealing landscaping, the house is approached from a circular drive that leads to a graceful flight of brick stairs.

Mature Trees and West Side Location Define Ridglea Midcentury Gem

By Joanna England / June 28, 2019 /

An enclave of Fort Worth known for its safety and friendliness, Ridgelea Hills has become more and more attractive to buyers looking for mature trees and stellar family homes. This sweet midcentury ranch is the perfect intersection of these two desires, as the home not only retains much of its traditional ranch charm, but has…

Discreet West 6th Street Cottage With Hidden Grandeur

By Eric Prokesh / June 14, 2019 /

Want to downsize without forfeiting style? A great new listing in the heart of the Cultural District at 3759 West 6th Street may be the perfect solution for you. Attractive hardscape and manicured lawn form the perfect setting for the charming 1,543-square-foot, two-bedroom, two-bath bungalow. The tidy, well-mannered façade however, doesn’t prepare the visitor for…