Fort Worth marked a milestone for the historic Stop Six community on September 23 with the grand opening of Barbers Manor, a new affordable housing development that replaces the aging Cavile Place complex built in the 1950s. The ceremony, attended by city leaders, local residents and the first families moving into the project, highlighted the city’s commitment to revitalizing a neighborhood that has long been a cornerstone of Fort Worth’s Black heritage.
Project details and amenities
Barbers Manor is situated on Edgewood Terrace and offers a blend of townhomes and apartments designed for families and individuals seeking affordable, quality housing. The development includes two playgrounds, a fitness center, a clubhouse, a business center, and on‑site social‑service offices to help residents access resources without traveling far from home.
The project is named for C. Donald Barbers, a former U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regional administrator and a lifelong Fort Worth community activist whose dedication to the area helped secure federal support for the redevelopment.
City leadership and community response
Mayor Mattie Parker praised the effort, saying, “These types of projects don’t just happen. Cities across the country would do just about anything for affordable housing projects to happen in their communities. We’re doing it right here in Stop Six, which is truly incredible.” Her remarks underscored the administration’s focus on delivering tangible solutions for families in need while preserving the cultural fabric of the neighborhood.
Long‑time resident T’Shawna Brown, who moved from Cavile Place to Barbers Manor, expressed gratitude for the city’s follow‑through on its promise. “I trusted the process. I trusted the promise that Fort Worth had a solution for us. Something better was to come to Stop Six. Today I can stand here and say you kept your word,” she said.
Funding and broader revitalization plan
The Barbers Manor project is part of a larger $35 million federal grant secured in 2020 by the city and Fort Worth Housing Solutions. The grant helped launch a comprehensive revitalization effort that, when fully realized, is expected to bring roughly $354 million in developments and improvements to Stop Six. These investments aim to boost homeownership, create jobs, and enhance public amenities throughout the area.
City officials anticipate that the new development will not only provide safe, affordable homes but also stimulate local economic activity. The on‑site business center is intended to attract small enterprises, while the fitness and community spaces are designed to foster stronger neighborhood ties.
Looking ahead
Barbers Manor represents a concrete step forward in Fort Worth’s broader strategy to address the affordable‑housing shortage while honoring the legacy of historic neighborhoods. The city plans to continue leveraging federal and private resources to replicate similar projects in other parts of the metro area, ensuring that families of all income levels have access to decent, affordable homes.
As the first residents settle into their new homes, city leaders remain focused on monitoring the development’s impact on local employment, school enrollment and overall quality of life. The success of Barbers Manor will serve as a benchmark for future initiatives aimed at strengthening Fort Worth’s communities through thoughtful, faith‑centered, family‑focused development.
Original reporting: Dallas – Ft. Worth Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
