Why Live in Chamizal
Chamizal, located in El Paso, is a neighborhood primarily composed of apartments, with a significant number of residents being renters. Single-family homes in the area are often brightly painted with shotgun-style and flat-roofed designs, featuring stucco walls. Many of these homes date back to the 1930s and 1940s, though some have been recently remodeled. The neighborhood is densely packed, with lot sizes typically under 10,000 square feet. Chamizal is adjacent to the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens, a 35-acre park that features various animal species and biking and hiking trails. The Chamizal National Memorial museum, which commemorates the treaty resolving boundary disputes, is also nearby. Ascarate Park, the city's largest recreational park, is within 5 miles and offers golf courses, a boardwalk and a 48-acre lake for fishing. Dining options include casual Mexican restaurants like Sr. Benjos and La Nueva Rosita along Alameda Avenue. The neighborhood is well-connected by Sun Metro bus stops and several highways, including Interstates 10 and 110. Downtown El Paso is about 2 miles away, and El Paso International Airport is a 6-mile drive. Local schools include Douglass Elementary, Guillen Middle and Bowie High School, which offers an International Business Academy. The area experiences air quality issues due to exhaust from border traffic, a common concern in border neighborhoods.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chamizal a good place to live?
Chamizal is a good place to live. Chamizal is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Chamizal has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 33. The average household income is $25,869 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 4.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Chamizal are renters, with 74.8% of residents renting and 25.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Chamizal can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Chamizal neighborhood guide.
Is Chamizal, TX a safe neighborhood?
Chamizal, TX is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 8 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Chamizal?
The median home price in Chamizal is $140,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $28,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 5.98%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $670 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $29K a year to afford the median home price in Chamizal. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Chamizal is $26K.
What are the best public schools in Chamizal?
The best public schools that serve Chamizal are:
What are the best private schools in Chamizal?
The best private schools that serve Chamizal are:
- Radford School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Cathedral High School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
- Lydia Patterson Institute has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
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Are home prices dropping in Chamizal?
Yes, home prices in Chamizal are down 7% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Chamizal, TX
On average, homes in Chamizal, El Paso sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Chamizal, El Paso over the last 12 months is $115,000, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$115,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$130,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$128,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$102
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$140,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-13%