Southwest Fort Worth is in the middle of a public works push that reaches the gates of Montserrat. Voters approved all six propositions of the city's $845 million bond program on May 2, 2026, including a new Fire Station 46 in southwest Fort Worth, and the North Texas Tollway Authority is widening the southern Chisholm Trail Parkway, with an opening expected in late 2028.
Montserrat has always sold itself on a particular trade: the feel of the country, with bluffs and Mary's Creek, and a toll road that puts downtown within reach. Both halves of that trade are changing. Here is what is happening around the neighborhood and what it means for people who live there or are thinking about it.
What did the 2026 Fort Worth bond approve for the southwest side?
According to the City of Fort Worth's bond program page, voters approved six propositions totaling about $845 million, and the City Secretary certified the results on May 12, 2026. The largest pieces are:
- Proposition A, streets and mobility: about $511.5 million for roadway expansion and rebuilding, signals, bridges and safety projects.
- Proposition B, parks and open space: about $185.1 million, including park upgrades and open space conservation.
- Proposition E, public safety: about $63.9 million, which includes a new Fire Station 46 in southwest Fort Worth.
The city says the package was structured to be repaid within the existing property tax rate, even though state law required the ballot language to read as a tax increase.
Does the bond name specific projects near Montserrat?
The city's bond page describes Fire Station 46 only as being in southwest Fort Worth and does not list exact street projects by neighborhood. Residents who want to know whether a specific road near Montserrat is funded should look at the city's Bond Book or ask their council office. We would not assume a project is coming until it shows up in the city's capital project list with a schedule.
How will the Chisholm Trail Parkway widening affect Montserrat?
The Chisholm Trail Parkway is Montserrat's primary connection to downtown and to Clearfork, and Fort Worth Magazine's neighborhood snapshot points to the tollway as a key reason the drive downtown is reasonable. The widening project is south of the neighborhood, but it matters for anyone who heads toward Crowley, Burleson or Cleburne.
Here is what the NTTA has published:
- Limits: About 13 miles from FM 1187 in Tarrant County to US 67 in Johnson County.
- Scope: Two new mainlanes, creating two continuous lanes in each direction.
- Cost: KERA reported the total project at roughly $250 million, with $188.9 million in contracts approved by the NTTA board in May 2025.
- Timeline: The NTTA's July 2026 progress report says opening is expected in late 2028.
- Closure to know about: The southbound entrance ramp from FM 917 is closed from July 27, 2026, through January 2027 while crews rebuild nearby lanes and ramps.
KERA also reported that ramps at Interstate 20, which local drivers have asked for, are not part of the NTTA contracts and remain in planning with the Texas Department of Transportation.
Will more lanes bring more traffic past the neighborhood?
Widening the southern segment is meant to relieve congestion as communities to the south grow. That growth is part of the bigger story: more households south and west of Montserrat means more trips on the same corridor. For Montserrat owners, the near-term effect is mostly convenience on longer drives south. The longer-term question is how the northern segments near I-20 handle the added demand, and that depends on future projects not yet scheduled.
What is happening next door at Montrachet?
Montserrat is no longer the only gated neighborhood on this stretch of Mary's Creek. In November 2019, CandysDirt reported plans for Montrachet, a roughly 245-acre community next to Montserrat developed by the Siratt family. The original plan called for about 170 homesites, a guard house with 24/7 access control, a community center with a pool, trails and a resident-only gate on FM 2871. PaperCity's coverage at the time cited 168 platted lots priced from about $200,000 to $2 million.
Those were 2019 plans and timelines, and some details have likely changed. What matters for Montserrat owners is the basic fact: a neighboring luxury community gives buyers another option on the same creek. Our agents at The Agency Dallas who work southwest Fort Worth see buyers tour both, and the comparison often comes down to lot size, home age, builder options and the specific views each street offers.
What does all of this mean for Montserrat buyers and sellers?
The neighborhood's appeal, as Fort Worth Magazine describes it, includes about 30 acres of green space, the 17-acre Sagrada Park with walking trails, the 2-acre Ridgetop Park with ponds, and views of either downtown or the countryside depending on the lot. Infrastructure growth does not change those features, but it changes the context around them.
- For sellers: New public safety investment and a faster tollway to the south are reasonable points to mention, but neither is a reason to rush. Buyers here are typically focused on the specific lot and home.
- For buyers: Ask about the drive at peak hours, especially if you commute toward I-20 or downtown. Construction schedules on nearby roads can shift.
- For owners comparing tax bills: Montserrat is inside the City of Fort Worth. The city adopted a rate increase in September 2026 to help close a $94 million budget gap, but KERA reported that the average city tax bill on a typical home was projected to fall slightly because existing residential values declined.
The Agency Dallas works with clients across North Texas, and our neighborhoods page covers many of the communities we serve. Owners who want a starting point on value can request a home valuation.
Is southwest Fort Worth still a good place for large-lot luxury homes?
The features that drew buyers here in the first place (bluffs, creek frontage, mature pecans and room between houses) are finite. As more of southwest Fort Worth fills in, communities that already have those features become harder to replicate. That is a long-term consideration, not a prediction, and every home still has to be judged on its own merits.
Frequently asked questions
Did Fort Worth voters approve the 2026 bond?
Yes. Voters approved all six propositions on May 2, 2026, for a total of about $845 million, and the results were certified on May 12. The package covers streets, parks, libraries, affordable housing, public safety and animal care. The city says it expects to repay the bonds within the existing tax rate, without needing an increase tied to the bond.
Where will Fire Station 46 be built?
The city's bond page describes Fire Station 46 only as a new station in southwest Fort Worth under Proposition E. It does not give an exact site. Montserrat residents who want to know the planned location should watch the city's capital project announcements or contact their council district office for updates as design begins.
When will the Chisholm Trail Parkway widening be finished?
The North Texas Tollway Authority's July 2026 progress report says the widened 13-mile segment from FM 1187 to US 67 is expected to open in late 2028. The project adds a second lane in each direction. The southbound entrance ramp from FM 917 is closed through January 2027 while crews rebuild nearby lanes and ramps.
Is Montrachet part of Montserrat?
No. Montrachet is a separate community planned next to Montserrat along Mary's Creek. CandysDirt reported in 2019 that the Siratt family assembled about 245 acres for roughly 170 homesites with its own gated entry. The two neighborhoods share geography and some views, but they have separate plans, amenities and governing documents.
Do Montserrat homeowners pay Fort Worth city taxes?
Yes. Montserrat is within the City of Fort Worth, so owners pay the city rate along with school, county and other taxing units. The city adopted a rate increase for fiscal 2027, but because existing residential values fell, KERA reported that the average city bill on a typical home was projected to decline slightly.
Sources
- City of Fort Worth, 2026 Bond Program
- North Texas Tollway Authority, Chisholm Trail Parkway Widening Progress Report (July 2026)
- KERA News, Chisholm Trail Parkway's 13-Mile Widening Advances
- CandysDirt, Introducing Montrachet, Where the Hill Country Begins in Fort Worth (Nov. 7, 2019)
- PaperCity, New Picturesque Fort Worth Development to Rise Along Historic Creek
- Fort Worth Magazine, Neighborhood Snapshot: Montserrat
- KERA News, Fort Worth Proposes Property Tax Rate Bump (Aug. 12, 2026)
