Dallas suburb between Dallas and Fort Worth with highly-rated schools
Located about 12 miles from Fort Worth and 25 minutes from Dallas, Hurst makes it easy for residents to get to all the major attractions in the Metroplex while still offering plenty to do at home. "It's really about the location. It's close to freeways. You can easily get to Fort Worth or Dallas. And it's close to the airport," says Realtor Shannon Bryant of The Wall Team Realty Associates. "It's really open and has a lot of mature trees. It's nice during the springtime when everything is in bloom." Hurst is home to an estimated 39,000 residents according to the U.S. Census 2023 estimates, a 5 percent increase since 2010. The city's highlights include its relative affordability, shopping and dining options and well-regarded school system.
Just north of the country's largest helicopter manufacturers, many in Hurst work at Fort Worth's Bell Helicopter headquarters. "Hurst residents are working for one of four places," says Jarod Marcus, a Realtor with RE/MAX Trinity III. "Bell Helicopter, North East Mall, the school district or for the city."
Welcome to Hurst, home of the L.D. Bell Blue Raiders.
Hurst locals enjoy mature trees that cover the entire city.
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Ranch-style homes built between 1950 and 1980
Most homes in Hurst are typically ranch-style homes built between 1950 and 1980, with many featuring renovations. Those looking for new construction won't find it in Hurst as most of the city is built out. "Hurst is a little bit older," says Michelle Appling, a Realtor with Keller Williams DFW Preferred. "You'll find older ranch-style homes on larger lots. Because many homes are older, most don't have HOAs." The median home price in Hurst is $345,000, lower than the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area median price of $399,000, according to the Texas Real Estate Research Center. "The market is still very good," Marcus says.
Hurst residents take pride in their homes keeping neatly trimmed lawns.
Brick homes in Hurst come in a variety of colors and styles.
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North East Mall, one of the state's largest shopping malls
Residents can visit North East Mall for department stores like JCPenney, Dick's Sporting Goods and Dilliard's, or catch the latest Hollywood flick at Cinemark North East Mall 18. "It's one of the three largest shopping malls in the state," Marcus says. Chain and local restaurants, along with big box stores, can be found along Precinct Line Road and Pipeline Road. "Hurst did invest a ton of money in a convention center," Marcus says. "It's a big convention draw." The Hurst Conference Center hosts social events, corporate events and weddings.
The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex offers all kinds of other activities, and Hurst residents are not far from any of them. "20 minutes away is Six Flags, Hurricane Harbor, AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Park. You name it, you've got everything within a 30-minute drive," Williams says.
Italianni's is a favorite gathering place after work for those living in Hurst.
The many shops, restaurants, and entertainment at North East Mall is near to those in Hurst.
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Fishing and athletics at Chisholm Park
Chisholm Park is the largest park, covering 50 acres in the heart of the city. Residents can spend time fishing for catfish and rainbow trout in the regularly stocked fishing pond. Four baseball and softball fields offer plenty of space for youth athletics. The Chisholm Aquatic Center is the place to be on hot summer days, with a swimming pool, lazy river and multiple water slides. Rickel Park offers a 1.5-mile walking trail that traverses heavily forested terrain. A playground and picnic facilities add to this park's appeal. Next door in Euless, golfers can tee up at the Westdale Hills Golf Course.
Chisholm Park in Hurst has trails for biking, jogging, and skating.
Hurst residents enjoy relaxing by the water at Chisholm Park.
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Well-regarded gymnastics program at L.D. Bell High School
Students attend schools in the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District, which earns an A-plus grade from Niche. L.D. Bell High School has been around since 1957 and is the top-rated high school in the district. The school is known for its gymnastics program, as both the boy's and girl's teams have won several state championships throughout their history. The school has also seen success in the fine arts, with state championships in band and theatre. Tarrant County College can be found on the western side of the city, a public community college that serves about 45,000 students each year.
Shady Oaks Elementary School continues to empower tomorrow's leaders.
Bedford Junior High School is where every student shines.
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Hurst's Stars and Stripes celebration
Every Independence Day, the Hurst community comes together to celebrate the holiday at the Hurst Community Park. The free event starts with kids' activities and ends with live music, food vendors and fireworks.
Interstate 820 to Fort Worth
Interstate 820 borders the city's southwestern edge, making for an easy commute to Fort Worth, about 12 miles away. Downtown Dallas is about 25 miles from Hurst. The city is also traversed by Texas State Highway 183, a busy east-west corridor connecting to the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, about 10 miles away. Residents needing public transportation can catch the train at the Dallas Area Rapid Transit's Hurst/Bell Station. The nearest hospitals are Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital's Hurst-Euless-Bedford Medical Center, about 3 miles east of the city, and Medical City North Hills, about 2 miles to the west.
Hurst crime and weather
According to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, violent crime decreased in 2023, while property crime increased. Hurst is prone to tornados and wildfires and experiences extreme heat in the summer and mild winters.
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