Dallas-Fort Worth metro, TX relocation guide
Moving to Richland Hills, TX
About Richland Hills
Richland Hills is a small city of about 8,000 in northeastern Tarrant County, tucked between North Richland Hills, Hurst, and Fort Worth along SH 121. It is a mature, affordable suburb of postwar and mid-century homes with its own TRE commuter-rail station, making it one of the best-connected small cities in Tarrant County for downtown commuters. (Wikipedia; read 2026-09-24)
Home prices in Richland Hills
The median listing price in Richland Hills is $329,500.
Top places in Richland Hills
- Richland Hills TRE station — rail access to both downtowns.
- The Link Plaza and local community events.
- Neighborhood parks and the Richland Hills recreation programs.
- Richland High School athletics (Birdville ISD).
- Shopping along the SH 121 corridor.
Commuting from Richland Hills
- Approximate drive to downtown Fort Worth: ~15 minutes (approximate; varies with traffic).
- Approximate drive to downtown Dallas: ~32–35 minutes (approximate; varies with traffic).
- TRE commuter rail: Richland Hills station in-town.
Schools in Richland Hills
Public schools: Birdville Independent School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Richland Hills FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Richland Hills, TX?
The median listing price in Richland Hills is $329,500. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Richland Hills, TX?
Approximate drive to downtown Fort Worth: ~15 minutes (approximate; varies with traffic). - Which school district serves Richland Hills, TX?
Richland Hills is served by Birdville Independent School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.