Why Live in Tradewind Square
Tradewind Square in Amarillo is a contemporary neighborhood featuring homes built between 2017 and 2020 by Betenbough and Bluehaven. Located southeast of downtown Amarillo, it is close to Interstate 27 and major shopping centers. The neighborhood features ranch- and Craftsman-style homes with attached garages, ranging from 1,000 to 1,300 square feet and offering two or three bedrooms. Tradewind Square is zoned to the highly rated Amarillo Independent School District, including Tradewind Elementary, which is among the top elementary schools in the area. Middle and high school students attend Fannin Middle and Caprock High, both with solid ratings, and have the option to join AmTech Career Academy, which provides specialized study paths and scholarships for Amarillo College.
The neighborhood is less than a mile from Interstate 27, providing access to the I-40 loop. Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport is 9 miles east, and Northwest Texas Hospital is 10 miles northwest. Tradewind Square has a small commercial area with an AutoZone and a United Supermarket, while larger shopping centers like Ross, Sam's Club, and Walmart Supercenter are 5 miles away. Wolfin Square and Wolfin Village, 3 miles north, offer local shops and eateries, including Roasters coffee shop and Georgia Street Taphouse.
For recreation, Southlawn Park, a compact green space with a playground, splash pad, and tennis courts, is nearby, and Southeast Park offers extensive outdoor activities, including a lake, shooting range, multiuse fields, and dog parks. Amarillo's flat prairie landscape contributes to its windy conditions and clean air, though residents may experience extreme temperatures and occasional cattle ranch odors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tradewind Square a good place to live?
Tradewind Square is a good place to live. Tradewind Square is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Tradewind Square has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 32. The average household income is $65,935 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 11.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Tradewind Square are home owners, with 23.5% of residents renting and 76.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Tradewind Square can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Tradewind Square neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Tradewind Square?
The median home price in Tradewind Square is $215,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $43,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,090 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $47K a year to afford the median home price in Tradewind Square. The average household income in Tradewind Square is $66K.
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Home Trends in Tradewind Square, TX
On average, homes in Tradewind Square, Amarillo sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Tradewind Square, Amarillo over the last 12 months is $210,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$210,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$210,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$155
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
43
Median List Price
$215,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%