Living in Tanglewood, Fort Worth: Homes, Schools & What to Know
By Brent Reiter, REALTOR® · Last updated November 4, 2026
Tanglewood is the established neighborhood just southwest of TCU, built on part of the old Edwards Ranch. It's known for one-story ranch homes on larger lots, newer homes that are much bigger than the originals, a neighborhood park and trail, and its own elementary school. It also sits on low ground along a branch of the Trinity, so flood checks matter here more than in most of Fort Worth.
At a Glance
- Typical prices
- High $600,000s to $1.5 million+
- Location
- Southwest of TCU, east of Hulen St
- Zip code
- 76109
- Homes
- Ranch homes + larger rebuilds
- Historic status
- None (no overlay)
- Schools (FWISD)
- Tanglewood ES → McLean → Paschal
- Check before buying
- Flood risk by address
Where Tanglewood Is
The Tanglewood Neighborhood Association covers the area between Mockingbird Lane (north), Ranchview (south), Simondale Drive (east) and Hulen Street / Overton Park West (west). TCU and Colonial Country Club are just to the east, and Trinity Commons shopping center is on Hulen.
- About 3–6 minutes to TCU
- About 12–18 minutes to downtown Fort Worth (about 5 miles)
- About 10–15 minutes to the Medical District
- About 35–45 minutes to DFW Airport
The Homes
Original ranch homes
Mostly one-story brick homes from the neighborhood's original build-out, many on larger lots than you'll find closer to downtown.
Rebuilds
Newer two-story homes that are much larger than the originals. Teardowns of older ranch houses are a regular part of the market here.
Tanglewood is not a historic district, so there's no city design review. The old deed restriction requiring lots of at least 10,000 square feet has expired, and the neighborhood has dealt with rezoning questions since. If you're planning to rebuild or split a lot, check the current zoning for the parcel first.
What Homes Cost in Tanglewood
Tanglewood homes commonly sell from the high $600,000s to more than $1.5 million. Original ranch homes in need of updates sit at the low end, and larger rebuilds at the top. For context, the 76109 zip code as a whole, which also covers the TCU area and Overton Park, has a median sale price of about $560,000. See the TCU & West Side guide for the wider area.
Flood Risk: Check Every Address
Tanglewood sits in low ground along a branch of the Trinity River and flooded in heavy rains until flood-control work was done. Today's risk varies street by street. Look up the address on FEMA's flood map and on the City of Fort Worth's flood-risk maps, which show risk areas outside FEMA zones. Ask the seller about any past water in the home, and price flood insurance before you make an offer.
Schools
Fort Worth ISD has been run by a state-appointed board of managers since March 2026, and it's consolidating schools through 2029. Zones below are from FWISD's 2026/27 school finder for sample addresses. Verify any specific address before you rely on it.
| Sample address | Elementary | Middle | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4000 Bellaire Dr S | Tanglewood | McLean 6th Grade / McLean | Paschal |
Check current campus ratings at txschools.gov, and confirm the zone for the specific address.
Parks and Getting Around
A city hike-and-bike trail runs through Tanglewood's neighborhood park, and nearby trails in the Overton Park area connect toward the Trinity Trails system along the Clear Fork. TCU, the Fort Worth Zoo and Colonial Country Club are all a few minutes away.
No short-term rentals in residential zoning. Fort Worth doesn't allow Airbnb-style rentals in single-family or other residential districts. They're only allowed in mixed-use, form-based, commercial and industrial zones, with city registration and the 9% hotel tax.
Thinking about buying or selling in Fort Worth? I was born and raised here, and I help buyers and sellers across DFW from my office in the Mid-Cities. Call or text anytime, no pressure.
Brent Reiter, REALTOR®
Brent Sells DFW · 817-874-1602
Local Resources & Citations
- Tanglewood Neighborhood Association (city database) ↗
- Fort Worth ISD school finder (2026/27 zones) ↗
- Texas Education Agency school ratings (txschools.gov) ↗
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center ↗
- City of Fort Worth flood risk outside FEMA zones (FAQ) ↗
- City of Fort Worth short-term rental rules ↗
- Tarrant Regional Water District: Trinity Trails ↗
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district is Tanglewood in?
Fort Worth ISD. Sample addresses are zoned to Tanglewood Elementary, McLean 6th Grade and McLean Middle, and Paschal High School for 2026/27. Verify by address.
Does Tanglewood in Fort Worth flood?
The neighborhood is on low ground along a branch of the Trinity and flooded in heavy rains before flood-control work. Risk varies by street, so check FEMA's flood map and the city's flood-risk maps for the specific address.
Where is Tanglewood in Fort Worth?
Southwest of TCU in zip code 76109, roughly between Mockingbird Lane, Ranchview, Simondale Drive and Hulen Street.
Is Tanglewood a historic district?
No. Tanglewood has no local historic overlay, so rebuilds don't go through city historic review. Check the parcel's current zoning before planning a rebuild or lot split.