Grapevine is near State Highway 121 some nineteen miles northeast of Fort Worth and nineteen miles northwest of Dallas in the northeastern corner of Tarrant County. The site began to be settled in the middle to late 1840s and early 1850s.
Grapevine is one of the oldest settlements in North Texas, originating under the Lone Star Flag in 1844, one year before statehood. The settlement's namesake was the tart, wild mustang grapes which grew so abundantly in the area. Today Grapevine celebrates its history with an extensive restoration project, recognized by the National Register of Historic Places, and an annual GrapeFest, attended by over 85,000 citizens and visitors.
There are so many things that to do in Grapevine, from the Grapevine Opry to Historic downtown, there are wineries for all your tastes and shopping galore. But have no fear gentlemen, there is shopping for you with over 20,000 sq. ft. of outdoor shopping pleasure at the Bass Pro Shop. You can't miss the Tarantula Train or the abundant activities at Lake Grapevine. And let's not forget the availability of golf.
Historic Downtown Grapevine, Texas, is more than a destination, it’s a journey. A journey to bygone days when neighbors would call out to each other on the street, shake hands, say ”good morning” and really mean it.
You don’t have to be a Texan to appreciate downtown Grapevine. In fact, you’re likely to brush shoulders with East Coast bankers, Midwestern farmers or Hollywood elite as you explore the unique shops on Main Street or savor the grapes that gave our town its name.
Grapevine continues to grow as a shopper's delight. The city has booming retail centers, all with in minutes from the local hotels. The Grapevine Towne Center and Grapevine Commons are large multi-store shopping centers. Historic Downtown Grapevine also boasts many one-of-a-kind boutiques and speciality stores.
Housing Cost
Home Price Range: $200,000-$500,000
Median home price (2006): $258,852. Average property taxes (2005): $4,828
Demographics
Estimated population in July 2005: 47,460. Grapevine covers 32.3 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 535 feet above sea level.
Zip codes:76051 - Area codes: 817, 682
Climate
Grapevine, TX climate is hot during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 80's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 98.00 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 30.50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 28 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 26 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Grapevine is 38.03 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is May with an average rainfall of 5.43 Inches.
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