Why Live in Chacon
Chacon, a residential neighborhood in Laredo, is situated about 3 miles from downtown. The area is characterized by single-story homes, with some two-story houses, predominantly featuring national and Spanish-style architecture in muted tones, though occasional brightly colored homes add a splash of vibrancy. Built mostly in the 60s and 70s, the neighborhood also has a few available plots of land. Chacon's layout includes smaller sidewalks and properties often bordered by chain-link or stone fences. The neighborhood is served by Leon Daiches Elementary School, while nearby Joaquin Cigarroa Middle and Dr. Leonides G. Cigarroa High School offer additional educational options, including early college academies. Although Chacon lacks designated parks, residents can enjoy nearby Slaughter Park with its baseball fields and playground, Chacon Bat Park with over 4 miles of trails, and the 7-mile Chacon Creek Trail. Local features include a few auto shops, a jewelry store, a boot store, and Ay Carbon Tacos and Hamburguesas along Meadow Avenue. For groceries, H-E-B is conveniently located half a mile north, and Sweet Loring Frozen Yogurt offers a variety of treats. The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo, 3 miles west, provides additional shopping options. Chacon is part of a family-oriented border community with events like the Washington Birthday Celebration, which includes parades, an airshow, and a jalapeño festival. Public transportation is accessible via Route 10 on Meadow Avenue, with U.S. Highway 83 running parallel to the neighborhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chacon a good place to live?
Chacon is a good place to live. Chacon is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Chacon has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.3 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $42,861 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 3.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Chacon are home owners, with 49.1% of residents renting and 50.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Chacon can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Chacon neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Chacon?
The median home price in Chacon is $519,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $103,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,680 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $115K a year to afford the median home price in Chacon. The average household income in Chacon is $43K.
What are the best public schools in Chacon?
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What are the best private schools in Chacon?
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Home Trends in Chacon, TX
On average, homes in Chacon, Laredo sell after 131 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Chacon, Laredo over the last 12 months is $535,000, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$535,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$678,360
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$389,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$245
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$519,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%