1744 Martel, Fort Worth, 76103 -$179k

I love this house. I mean, I LOVE THIS HOUSE. It's another beautiful Mid-Century Ranch on the much-maligned East Side of Fort Worth at 1744 Martel on Scenery Hill. This 1951 ranch is 3,200 sf (!) with a kitchen to die for -- metal cabinets, a Frigidaire Flair range (Appliance Porn alert!), and a semi-circular breakfast bench. If I were in the market, I would buy this house. However, the extreme downside is that you are probably looking at three gas wells in your backyard in the very near future. Not good. Still, I hope this baby finds the right buyer.

609 Candlewood, Fort Worth 76103 - $181k

East Fort Worth is much neglected and much maligned, but there are some awesome Mid-Century houses there. Take for instance 609 Candlewood. Very ranchy and modern. A spacious 2,700 sf. A killer view of downtown. $181,000. Unbelievable!

Unfortunately, a lot of people don't want to live on the East Side. Too bad. I hope that attitude changes and I hope this house find the owner it deserves.