Fort Worth Housing Solutions announced that the grand opening of Babers Manor will take place on Sept. 23 at 9 a.m. The new community, located at 4400 Ramey Ave. in the historic Stop Six neighborhood, is named for longtime community leader Clarence Donald Babers.
What Babers Manor Offers
Babers Manor consists of a mix of townhomes and garden‑style apartments designed to provide affordable, family‑friendly housing for residents of Stop Six. The development is part of a broader effort to re‑site the 300 units that were lost when the Cavile Place housing project was demolished.
Fort Worth Housing Solutions opened a waitlist for the new units earlier this spring, giving local families the opportunity to apply for the new homes. The organization expects the Babers Manor community to become a cornerstone of the neighborhood’s revitalization, offering modern amenities while preserving the area’s strong sense of community and faith‑based values.
Stop Six Redevelopment Goal
The Babers Manor opening is one of several projects that Fort Worth Housing Solutions and its partners are building to create more than 900 new housing units across Stop Six. The goal is to replace the demolished Cavile Place complex and to provide safe, affordable housing options that support traditional families and strengthen the local economy.
City officials have praised the redevelopment plan for its focus on family stability and neighborhood cohesion. By increasing the supply of quality housing, the project aligns with the city’s broader objectives of fostering economic growth and preserving the cultural heritage of Stop Six.
Leadership Update
At the Aug. 20 board meeting, Fort Worth Housing Solutions introduced Matthew Fritz as its new chief financial officer. Fritz brings extensive experience in nonprofit finance and will oversee the fiscal management of the organization’s growing portfolio of housing projects.
“We are excited to welcome Matthew to our leadership team,” said a spokesperson for Fort Worth Housing Solutions. “His expertise will help ensure that we continue to deliver high‑quality, affordable homes to the families who need them most.”
Community Impact
Local residents and community leaders have expressed optimism about the upcoming opening. Many see Babers Manor as a tangible sign of progress after years of uncertainty following the Cavile Place demolition.
“This development gives our families hope and stability,” said a longtime Stop Six resident. “It shows that our neighborhood is moving forward while honoring the legacy of leaders like Clarence Babers.”
The opening ceremony will be open to the public, allowing neighbors to tour the new townhomes and garden apartments, meet the development team, and learn about the application process.
Looking Ahead
Fort Worth Housing Solutions plans to continue its partnership with city officials, local nonprofits, and faith‑based organizations to ensure that the new housing meets the needs of Stop Six families. The organization emphasizes that affordable housing is a critical component of a thriving community, supporting both economic opportunity and family well‑being.
As the city moves forward with the larger 900‑unit redevelopment plan, Babers Manor stands as a model for how thoughtful, community‑centered development can revitalize neighborhoods while upholding the values of faith, family, and individual liberty.
Original reporting: Fort Worth Report — read the source article.
