Why Live in Burchill
Burchill, a neighborhood in southeast Fort Worth, is experiencing growth due to investments from Texas Wesleyan University and the city. The university's $50 million investment in its campus and surrounding areas, including the revitalization of storefronts along Rosedale Street, has spurred development. The city and Texas Department of Transportation have also improved infrastructure with new lanes, lighting, and sidewalks. Efforts to increase safety and visibility are ongoing. Homes in Burchill are primarily modest cottages and Craftsman bungalows, many of which have been renovated to maintain historical value. The neighborhood is popular among first-time homebuyers, with homes featuring front porches, dormer windows, and a mix of driveways, carports, and built-in garages.
Burchill offers local shops and dining options along Vaughn Boulevard and Rosedale Street, including Black Coffee, known for its inviting atmosphere and signature drinks, and Birreria y Taqueria Cortez, famous for its birria tacos and pizza. For groceries, residents head to Fiesta Mart No. 76 in Southeast Center. Outdoor activities are centered around Sycamore Park, which features a soccer field, tennis court, spray pad, and segments of the Trinity Trails System. The park hosts local sporting events and community gatherings, and the Sycamore Community Center offers a boxing center, fitness center, and computer labs.
Kids in Burchill attend schools in the Fort Worth Independent School District, which has mixed ratings. The neighborhood is about 4 miles from downtown Fort Worth, with commuters using Highway 287 and Highway 30 for access to the city and Dallas. The Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is approximately 25 miles away, and healthcare services are available at Polytechnic Medical Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burchill a good place to live?
Burchill is a good place to live. Burchill is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Burchill is a suburban neighborhood. Burchill has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.8 people per acre and a median age of 32. The average household income is $54,238 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 6.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Burchill are home owners, with 41% of residents renting and 59% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Burchill can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Burchill neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Burchill?
The median home price in Burchill is $602,400. If you put a 20% down payment of $120,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,120 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $134K a year to afford the median home price in Burchill. The average household income in Burchill is $54K.
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Home Trends in Burchill, TX
On average, homes in Burchill, Fort Worth sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Burchill, Fort Worth over the last 12 months is $1,149,950, up 77% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,149,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$602,400
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$278
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$602,400
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
77%