Why Live in Castner Heights
Castner Heights in El Paso features picturesque mountain views and primarily consists of single-family homes from the 1980s and early 2000s. These homes are situated on lots ranging from 5,000 to 7,000 square feet, with larger lots available at higher prices. The neighborhood is supported by the Castner Heights Neighborhood Association, which helps with upkeep and community events. Residents enjoy proximity to several parks, including Todd Ware Park and Sue Young Park, which offers a water park for summer fun. The Franklin Mountains State Park, located 10 miles away, provides extensive hiking trails, including the challenging Aztec Cave Trail. Castner Heights is conveniently located along Dyer Street, offering various shopping and dining options such as Ross Dress for Less, Uptown Cheapskate and El Toro Bronco. For daily essentials, there is a Walmart and Sam’s Club nearby. The neighborhood is well-connected, being 7 miles from Fort Bliss, 11 miles from Downtown El Paso and 9 miles from El Paso International Airport. Public transportation is accessible through the Sun Metro system. Whitaker Elementary School, highly rated, is centrally located, allowing many students to walk or bike to school.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Castner Heights a good place to live?
Castner Heights is a good place to live. Castner Heights is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Castner Heights has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 40. The average household income is $62,380 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 20.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Castner Heights are home owners, with 45.7% of residents renting and 54.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Castner Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Castner Heights neighborhood guide.
Is Castner Heights, TX a safe neighborhood?
Castner Heights, TX is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Castner Heights?
The median home price in Castner Heights is $242,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $48,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.15%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,180 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $51K a year to afford the median home price in Castner Heights. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Castner Heights is $62K.
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Home Trends in Castner Heights, TX
On average, homes in Castner Heights, El Paso sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Castner Heights, El Paso over the last 12 months is $245,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$245,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$250,770
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$139
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median List Price
$242,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%