By Shannon Houchin
I chose the Clearfork neighborhood for the river trails. That was the nonnegotiable.
Being close to the Trinity Trails means I can walk out my door and be in motion immediately — along the river, under trees, past people who are also out living their lives. That access shapes my days more than anything else here.
The walkability sealed the deal. Restaurants, coffee, shopping, the farmers market on Saturdays, pop-up markets on the green — everything feels close and easy.
I don’t have to plan around traffic or parking. I just go. There are always events nearby, and I actually attend them because they’re part of my normal routine, not a production.
I love the deep history of the area. Clearfork feels rooted in Fort Worth in a way that’s hard to manufacture. The land, the ranching past, the mature oak trees — it all gives the neighborhood a sense of continuity. It feels built on something that was already here.
And it’s honestly just beautiful. The shaded green spaces, the river, the way the light filters through those old trees — it’s a place where people linger. Beauty changes how you move through your day, and this is a place that invites you to slow down.
The pet-friendly nature of Clearfork matters deeply to me. I have a dog. And here dogs aren’t an afterthought, they’re part of the neighborhood. From trail walks to patios to casual conversations with neighbors, that friendliness creates connection.
Another unexpected plus is how close Clearfork is to Texas Christian University. That keeps the area feeling alive without being loud. There’s a real mix of ages — students, families, retirees — and that balance gives the neighborhood a calm, grounded energy.
I moved here after my son went to college, when I was downsizing and stepping into a new phase of life. Choosing Clearfork turned out to be exactly right. It’s quiet. It’s welcoming, and it supports the way I want to live now.
Looking back, it’s been a great decision.
Clearfork
Total population: 1,048
Male: 62% | Female: 38%
Age
0-9: 0%
10-19: 10%
20-29: 31%
30-39: 10%
40-49: 10%
50-59: 31%
60-69: 7%
70-79: 1%
80 and older: 0%
Education
No degree: 0%
High school: 14%
Some college: 19%
Bachelor’s degree: 35%
Post-graduate: 33%
Race
White: 68% | Hispanic: 23% | Other: 0% | Black: 0% | Asian: 9% | Two or more: 0%
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Source: Census Reporter
Shannon Houchin is an entrepreneur, writer and marketer. The Fort Worth resident started The Roadside Stand, a peach stand franchise that brings fresh produce to your front door.
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