Why Live in Collingsworth
Most homes in Collingsworth are within walking distance of Ascarate Park, one of El Paso’s largest city parks. Residents are also within a mile of major traffic arteries. Downtown El Paso is about 5 miles away, and the U.S.-Mexico border is less than a mile. “Down in the valley, you have good access to I-10 and the 375 Loop,” says Daisy Aguirre, a listing specialist for Homegirl Real Estate Firm with 15 years of experience in the area. “Proximity to employment would be a draw for that area,” adds Dora Camarena, a Realtor with Sandy Masser & Associates who has been selling in El Paso for 34 years. “You have retail, schools and Ascarate Park.” Lower-than-average home prices also make for appealing investment opportunities. Most Collingsworth homes were built between 1920 and 1960. “Over the years, some new construction has come in, but it’s an older neighborhood,” Camarena says. Most ranch-style and shotgun homes are built closely together, though a few lots measure up to half an acre. A few houses feature Spanish-influenced touches like stucco walls and terra cotta roof tiles. Many properties include paved driveways and strips of front lawn bordered with chain-link or picket
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Collingsworth a good place to live?
Collingsworth is a good place to live. Collingsworth is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.5 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $33,915 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 5.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Collingsworth are renters, with 56.6% of residents renting and 43.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Collingsworth can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Collingsworth neighborhood guide.
Is Collingsworth, TX a safe neighborhood?
Collingsworth, TX is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Collingsworth?
The median home price in Collingsworth is $175,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $35,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.75%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $910 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $39K a year to afford the median home price in Collingsworth. The average household income in Collingsworth is $34K.
What are the best public schools in Collingsworth?
The best public schools that serve Collingsworth are:
What are the best private schools in Collingsworth?
The best private schools that serve Collingsworth are:
- Immanuel Christian School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
- Loretto Academy has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Father Yermo High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
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Are home prices dropping in Collingsworth?
Yes, home prices in Collingsworth are down 4% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Collingsworth, TX
On average, homes in Collingsworth, El Paso sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Collingsworth, El Paso over the last 12 months is $162,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$162,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$162,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$107
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median List Price
$175,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%