Wilks Development
An artist's rendering of the reimagined Fort Worth Public Market building.
Wilks Development, the company charged with the redevelopment of the Public Market Building, said Fort Worth-based The Woodmont Company would lead in leasing the historic property in downtown.
The landmark Fort Worth Public Market Building, opened in 1930, is being redeveloped into a senior living center, which is currently under construction in back of the market building. The building itself will be open to the public and include a “vibrant” mix of retail and restaurant businesses.
"As a Fort Worth-based outfit, Woodmont understands what this building means to the city,” said Jess Green, project lead and senior vice president of Wilks Development, in a statement. “Coupled with their vast in-market knowledge, we know they will help us craft the perfect combination of tenants to make this a dynamic destination that will bring the Fort Worth community together, just like the building once did."
The restoration and redevelopment is expected to be complete by August 2025.
Wilks Development was founded in 2012 by brothers Kyle and Josh Wilks and their cousin Jess Green. The firm has built a diverse portfolio of real estate projects, including sturdy stone storefronts, Class-A commercial offices, business parks, multi-family residences, and vibrant, walkable neighborhoods.
The Woodmont Company, founded in 1980, specializes in a wide range of real estate services including leasing, property management, investment sales, development, and tenant representation.
The building boasts more than 15,000 square feet of leasable space and will also be home to The Harden, a 55-older active senior living apartment complex with 199 units.
“With the Harden situated directly behind the Public Market Building and our proximity to Seventh Street, Magnolia, and downtown, we are confident that our tenants will benefit from the high foot traffic and bustling activity, making it an ideal location for any business."
Said David Adams, senior vice president at The Woodmont Company: "We are excited to partner with Wilks Development and breathe new life into a historic landmark beloved by Fort Worthians. Reviving the Fort Worth Public Market is not just about creating a vibrant destination for the community to gather but about honoring its unique and rich history. When completed, the Public Market will be a gathering place where past and present converge.”