Here you'll find a mix of stately houses, whimsical cottages, and vintage suburban houses from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. Morningside Judging by its name, Morningside is a community vested with eternal optimism. It and the nearby neighborhood of Near Southeast are two of the city's oldest areas, featuring small houses and independent businesses. Morningside is a short trip to downtown. Oakhurst takes its name from an oak forest and other hardwood trees lining the banks of the Trinity River to the west of this neighborhood.
Gardens abound, and most of the houses are small, but well maintained.
A few newer houses, built circa the 1960s, sit on a ridge facing the city skyline. Charleston, a subdivision of custom homes, is located adjacent to Oakhurst and blends the old with the new. Overton Park, Overton Woods, and Willow Lake Overton Park, Overton Woods, and Willow Lake are prestigious neighborhoods convenient to many specialty shops, restaurants, and Hulen Mall. Situated atop one of the highest points in the city, this area has a spectacular view of downtown Fort Worth and offers a selection of undeveloped wooded lots for future construction. The area boasts a regional library, jogging and bicycle trails, and scenic parks.