Growing, family-oriented city northeast of Fort Worth
About 10 miles from Downtown Fort Worth sits North Richland Hills, a farming and ranching community from the mid-19th century to the mid-20th century. It was part of the famous Chisholm Trail used to take cattle from Texas to Kansas. In 1952, the beginning stages of a subdivision’s construction led to North Richland Hills being incorporated as a city in 1953. The population rose in the 1960s and rapidly increased to almost 70,000 residents in the 2020 Census. Often abbreviated as NRH, the city is served by Medical City North Hills, one of the city’s largest employers with 164 beds, over 550 physicians and a dedicated stroke center. The NRH Common Ground Community Garden helps residents grow produce by providing affordable growing spaces and various resources. The city’s recreational facilities, community events and highly rated school system also add to its appeal. “It’s a family-oriented community,” says Jennifer Harrison, a Realtor with Turner Fortune Real Estate LLC. “It’s got a great commercial and residential blend. It’s also got good city management.” North Richland Hills has two other companies that employ more than 500 people along with Medical City North Hills: Santander Consumer USA and HealthMarkets.
Bikers can safely ride all throughout Northfield.
Adventure World Playground is where North Richland Hills residents can enjoy family time.
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Parks for dogs, athletics and water-park fun
NRH is home to 800 acres of parkland, 30 miles of trails and the NRH20 Family Water Park. The Fossil Creek Park Mountain Bike and Hiking Trail was completed in April 2021. Since then, it’s become a popular pathway winding 5 miles through hardwood trees, grasslands and river habitats. The footpath in Linda Spurlock Park has been designated as the NRH Poetry Trail. It features plaques showcasing poems about the beauty of nature. There’s a tennis complex and the NRH Centre, a multipurpose complex for the city’s Adult Athletic Leagues for softball, basketball and pickleball. The Tipps Canine Hollow Dog Park features drinking fountains, picnic tables and lots of room for dogs to run. It’s split into two one-acre spaces for large and small breeds and is easily found thanks to the bronze sculpture of a dog and three children at the entrance. The Common Ground is North Richland Hills’ community garden, offering 70 rental spots for residents. The NYTEX Sports Centre is a 2,400-seat hockey arena where the Lone Star Brahmas play, a North American Hockey League team, plays.
Walking dogs in the parks of North Richland Hills is peaceful and relaxing.
Bikers can enjoy safe streets in North Richland Hills.
Dr. Pillow Park is a 7.5-acre park in Northfield.
North Richland Hills features trails that wind throughout the area.
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Fort Worth arts and culture and North Richland Hills community events
North Richland Hills is close to all the arts and culture of Fort Worth. The larger city is home to the Kimbell Art Museum, the Stockyards Museum and the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. In North Richland Hills, the city hosts various community events throughout the year. The annual Polar Plunge supports Special Olympics Texas and occurs each February in the NRH20 Water Park. In the spring, NRH Pop Up Egg Hunts occur in multiple local parks, where kids enjoy finding dyed eggs and special prizes. Residents listen to the Sounds of Spring Concert Series at City Hall in April and May. Locals are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets to the concerts.
The Modern Art Museum is a short day trip from North Richland Hills.
NRH20 in North Richland Hills is a popular location for summer fun and events.
Cavenders in The Stockyards is a popular place for western wear.
Couples visit The Stockyards for an old fashioned romantic getaway.
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Homes from the 1960s to new construction in master-planned communities
Most properties in North Richland Hills were built between 1960 and today. Some sit in master-planned neighborhoods like HomeTown, a 287-acre multipurpose community. “HomeTown has multiple phases – a blend of newer and older homes,” Harrison says. The median home price in the city is $390,000, lower than the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington-area median price of $399,000, according to the Texas Real Estate Research Center. “I have a lot of people who are calling on properties,” Harrison says. “Once a new property is finished, they only stay on the market for 30 to 45 days.”
Single family ranch style homes can be found in Holiday West.
Single family ranch style home with brick exteriors are popular in North Richland Hills.
Those looking for single-story living can surely find it in Northfield.
Those looking for space for their families can find two-story craftsman homes in Northfield.
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Birdville Independent School District and Keller ISD
Two local school districts serve North Richland Hills. Birdville Independent School District earned an A-minus from Niche, while Keller ISD has an A. Founded in 1858, Birdville ISD operates 32 campuses with more than 23,000 students and is known for its career and technology center. Keller ISD covers 51 square miles in Tarrant County. It educates over 34,000 scholars annually and provides virtual learning courses for seventh to 12th -to 12th-grade students. Tarrant County College’s Northeast Campus is in North Richland Hills. The community college was established in 1965 and offers almost 70 associate degrees and professional certificates.
Welcome to Green Valley Elementary School in Northfield.
Richland High School has 16 tennis courts.
Green Valley Elementary School inspires creativity in the young minds of Northfield.
Part of the Birdville Independent School District, Richland High School is centrally located in Holiday West.
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One-stop shopping and dining around Loop 820
There are more than 1,200 businesses in North Richland Hills, including specialized boutiques, a range of services and a unique selection of restaurants. The North East Mall is next door in Hurst and has over 100 stores and 14 eateries. The mall has an 18-screen movie theater and offers seasonal events like photo sessions with the Easter Bunny or Santa Claus. Restaurants like Babe’s Chicken and big-box stores like Home Depot sit along Interstate 820.
Located in the heart of Holiday West, WinCo Foods offers incredible savings for their customers.
Authentic Mexican snacks can be found at La Hechizera.
Albertsons is the go-to spot for groceries in North Richland Hills.
Target is in the heart of the Northfield.
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Interstate 820 and the Texas 121 TEXpress
Interstate 820 and Texas 121 TEXpress run through the city. Downtown Fort Worth is about 10 miles away. The city is redeveloping the Loop 820 Corridor, and almost two dozen new businesses have opened along the newly widened thoroughfare. As part of North Richland Hills Vision 2030 strategic plan, the city is “rightsizing” streets by resizing them to better fit the community’s traffic patterns. The plan includes initiatives to make alternative transportation like walking and cycling more accessible for residents. There are plans to build and extend multiuse hiking and biking trails, create buffered bicycle lanes and boulevards, and place signage for dedicated bicycle routes. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is less than 15 miles away.
Environmental factors and crime
North Richland Hills is prone to tornadoes. The city has installed 10 outdoor warning sirens that alert locals to immediate danger. A city alert system also texts subscribers about weather events and other hazards. NRH also experiences extreme heat during the summer.
According to the North Richland Hills Police Department, the violent crime rate in December 2023 was 86 incidents per 100,000 people, lower than the state and national rates. Over that same span, the property crime rate was 213 incidents per 100,000 people, higher than state and national numbers.
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