Why Live in Ranchos Del Sol
Ranchos Del Sol in El Paso features Spanish Colonial Revival homes with flat barrel-tile roofs, arched windows, and tan stucco walls, primarily built in the 1990s and early 2000s. Properties typically range from 6,000 to 7,000 square feet, with decorative stone and brick walls adding texture and privacy. The neighborhood includes Ranchos Del Sol Park, which offers a shaded playground, picnic gazebos, an exercise trail, basketball courts, and a soccer field. McCarthy Park provides a swing set and open grassy area for residents on the western side. The eastern section near the Texas 375 Loop is more industrial, with warehouses and auto parts stores, but also features local dining spots like Tea2Go, Los Corajudos del Gordo, and Viva Café. Ranchos Del Sol is 18 miles from downtown El Paso and 11 miles from El Paso International Airport, with the Texas 375 Loop and Joe Battle Boulevard providing convenient access. Sun Metro’s Route 74 bus service connects residents to key locations, including University Medical Center East and Americas High School. While the neighborhood is several miles from the U.S.-Mexico border, potential buyers should be aware of the city's air quality issues due to border traffic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ranchos Del Sol a good place to live?
Ranchos Del Sol is a good place to live. Ranchos Del Sol is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Ranchos Del Sol has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.1 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $110,011 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 47.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Ranchos Del Sol are home owners, with 30% of residents renting and 70% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Ranchos Del Sol can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Ranchos Del Sol neighborhood guide.
Is Ranchos Del Sol, TX a safe neighborhood?
Ranchos Del Sol, TX is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Ranchos Del Sol?
The median home price in Ranchos Del Sol is $445,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $89,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,310 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $99K a year to afford the median home price in Ranchos Del Sol. The average household income in Ranchos Del Sol is $110K.
What are the best public schools in Ranchos Del Sol?
The best public schools that serve Ranchos Del Sol are:
- Loma Verde has an A- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 17:1.
- John Drugan School has a B+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 16:1.
- Americas High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
What are the best private schools in Ranchos Del Sol?
The best private schools that serve Ranchos Del Sol are:
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Are home prices dropping in Ranchos Del Sol?
Yes, home prices in Ranchos Del Sol are down 31% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Ranchos Del Sol, TX
On average, homes in Ranchos Del Sol, El Paso sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Ranchos Del Sol, El Paso over the last 12 months is $485,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$485,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$445,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$480,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$417,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$301
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
79
Median List Price
$445,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%