Dallas, December 29, 2025
A significant 90-acre development near the University of North Texas at Dallas, named Rivulet, plans to introduce over 500 homes and a grocery store to Oak Cliff. Supported by a $23.5 million city grant, the project includes amenities such as a central park and retail spaces, and aims to address the area’s food desert concerns. Groundbreaking is expected in 2026, marking a vital step toward revitalizing a historically underinvested community.
New Development Near UNT Dallas to Bring Housing and Potential Grocery Store to Oak Cliff
Dallas, Texas – A significant 90-acre development in southern Dallas, known as Rivulet, is set to introduce over 500 new homes and retail spaces, aiming to revitalize the area near the University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas). The project, supported by a $23.5 million city infrastructure grant, includes single-family homes, apartments, a trail, and a central park, with groundbreaking expected in 2026. Rivulet aims to attract investment and amenities like a grocery store to southeast Oak Cliff, an area historically facing underinvestment.
Project Details
- Location: Southern Dallas, near UNT Dallas
- Size: 90 acres
- Residential Units: Over 500 new homes, including single-family homes and apartments
- Amenities: Trail, central park, and retail spaces
- City Support: $23.5 million infrastructure grant
- Groundbreaking: Expected in 2026
Community Impact
The development is expected to address the longstanding lack of grocery stores in the area, a concern for many residents. The addition of a grocery store is anticipated to provide convenient access to fresh food and essential services, enhancing the quality of life for local residents. The project also aims to stimulate economic growth by attracting new businesses and residents to the area.
Background Context
Southeast Oak Cliff has historically faced challenges related to underinvestment and limited access to essential services. Previous efforts to attract grocery stores to the area have faced obstacles. For instance, a proposed Tom Thumb store at the Shops at RedBird fell through despite nearly $6 million in city incentives. The Rivulet development represents a concerted effort to revitalize the community by providing much-needed housing and amenities, including the long-sought-after grocery store.
Related Developments
- Sprouts Farmers Market: Opened a new location in East Oak Cliff in June 2025, addressing the area’s food desert concerns.
- Shops at RedBird: A mixed-use development in South Oak Cliff, aiming to reimagine the former Red Bird Mall with quality amenities like a grocery store, luxury apartments, healthcare, shops, education, entertainment, office spaces, quality restaurants, and community gathering spaces.
The Rivulet development is poised to be a catalyst for positive change in southeast Oak Cliff, offering new housing options and the promise of essential services that have been lacking in the community for years.
FAQ
What is the Rivulet development?
The Rivulet development is a 90-acre project in southern Dallas near UNT Dallas, set to introduce over 500 new homes and retail spaces, including a grocery store, aiming to revitalize the area.
When is the groundbreaking for Rivulet?
Groundbreaking for the Rivulet development is expected in 2026.
What amenities will Rivulet include?
Rivulet will include single-family homes, apartments, a trail, a central park, and retail spaces, with plans for a grocery store to address the area’s food desert concerns.
How is the city supporting the Rivulet development?
The city is supporting the Rivulet development with a $23.5 million infrastructure grant to facilitate the project’s progress.
What is the current state of grocery stores in southeast Oak Cliff?
Southeast Oak Cliff has historically faced challenges related to underinvestment and limited access to essential services, including grocery stores, leading to food desert conditions in the area.
Key Features of the Rivulet Development
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Location | Southern Dallas, near UNT Dallas |
| Size | 90 acres |
| Residential Units | Over 500 new homes, including single-family homes and apartments |
| Amenities | Trail, central park, and retail spaces |
| City Support | $23.5 million infrastructure grant |
| Groundbreaking | Expected in 2026 |
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