Why Live in Chaparral Hills
Chaparral Hills in Amarillo offers a rural lifestyle with homes on multiple acres of unrestricted land, yet it is less than 10 miles from Downtown Amarillo. The neighborhood features ranch-style and split-level homes, allowing residents to build shops, detached garages, or even raise select livestock. Despite the rural setting, there is a strong sense of community, with neighbors willing to help each other. The River Road Independent School District serves the area, with River Road Middle School being highly rated. Chaparral Hills is within 10 miles of three city parks, including Thompson Memorial Park, Medical Center Park, and Willow Vista Park, which features a playground and basketball courts. Thompson Park also houses the Amarillo Zoo and Wonderland Amusement Park, while Medical Center Park offers a walking trail and the Amarillo Botanical Gardens. For shopping, residents have access to a Dollar General 2 miles away and a United Supermarkets 7 miles south. Downtown Amarillo, just an 8-minute drive away, provides dining options like Crush Wine Bar and Toscana Italian Steakhouse. The neighborhood is bordered by North Western Street, connecting to Texas State Loop 335, facilitating access to Interstates 27 and 40. Chaparral Hills does face weather risks, including severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and flooding, with FEMA recommending flood insurance for homeowners. Despite these challenges, the community's strong bond is a notable feature.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chaparral Hills a good place to live?
Chaparral Hills is a good place to live. Chaparral Hills is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Chaparral Hills has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 42. The average household income is $77,213 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Chaparral Hills are home owners, with 13.3% of residents renting and 86.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Chaparral Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Chaparral Hills neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Chaparral Hills?
The median home price in Chaparral Hills is $185,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $37,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $940 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $40K a year to afford the median home price in Chaparral Hills. The average household income in Chaparral Hills is $77K.
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Home Trends in Chaparral Hills, TX
On average, homes in Chaparral Hills, Amarillo sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Chaparral Hills, Amarillo over the last 12 months is $181,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$181,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$190,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$113
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$185,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%