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.
