Indian Ridge North Home for Rent

Indian Ridge North is a laid-back suburb in east El Paso where homes and schools are the main landmarks. The smaller starter homes make this a more affordable entry into the highly regarded Ysleta Independent School District. "You get access to a couple of the much nicer schools without having to pay for the more expensive areas," says Brian Burds, team leader with Exp Realty in El Paso. Ongoing infrastructure projects are expected to add value down the road. Single-family homes comprise most of this residential space, especially brick ranch-style properties from the 1980s. The smaller size and price make these good starter homes, according to Burds. Prices may start around $130,000 for fixer-uppers and rise to $300,000 for homes as big as 2,000 square feet. Lava rock and stone designs add curb appeal to many properties in place of grass. Tall Italian cypress trees provide some separation and privacy. Students are part of the area's No. 1 school district as ranked by Niche. J.M. Hanks High School is one of the main attractions for this community, with an A-minus grade. Niche also ranks it the No. 10 public high school in the area. High schoolers can earn an associate degree along