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Las Polkas Homes for Sale

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    $456,000

    • 9 Beds
    • 7,046 Sq Ft

    1720 E Lyon St, Laredo, TX 78043

    Tenants pay for their electricity landlord pays for water. Buyers Real Estate agent must attend first showing.

    Triunfo Gonzalez Onyx & Assoc. Real Estate Svcs

    1720 E Lyon St, Laredo, TX 78043
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    $235,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 3,635 Sq Ft

    3607 Tilden Ave, Laredo, TX 78040

    Property is being offered "As Is".

    Eduardo Carmona Xecutive Realtors

    3607 Tilden Ave, Laredo, TX 78040

Why Live in Las Polkas

Las Polkas offers mom-and-pop retail and several green spaces in one of Laredo's oldest sections. Most homes are mission and ranch-style properties built between 1955 and 1995 and often including porches, patios and security bars. While some homes have been renovated, others may require repairs. The neighborhood also includes multifamily residences and apartment buildings. Las Polkas is known for its family-owned meat markets, bakeries and authentic Mexican restaurants such as Taqueria Martinez and Pano's Bakery. Residents have convenient access to H-E-B and Sam's Club, while downtown Laredo's additional shopping and dining options are just 2 miles south. The neighborhood features several parks and recreational facilities, including Ochoa Park and Margarito Benavides Recreation Center. Zacate Creek's greenway, recently refurbished by the city, offers 3 miles of hoking. Annual events like the Laredo Birding Festival and the George Washington Birthday Celebration are popular among residents. While Las Polkas is somewhat walkable, most residents rely on cars or El Metro Transit for transportation. The neighborhood is 2 miles from downtown and close to the Laredo Medical Center and Laredo International Airport.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Las Polkas a good place to live?
Las Polkas is a good place to live. Las Polkas is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.8 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $55,448 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 14.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Las Polkas are renters, with 57.4% of residents renting and 42.6% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Las Polkas can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Las Polkas neighborhood guide.
Is Las Polkas, TX a safe neighborhood?
Las Polkas, TX is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
What are the best public schools in Las Polkas?
The best public schools that serve Las Polkas are:
What are the best private schools in Las Polkas?
The best private schools that serve Las Polkas are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Las Polkas, Laredo, TX?
The most popular zip codes in Las Polkas, Laredo, TX include 78043, 78040, 78041, 78045 and 78046.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Las Polkas, Laredo, TX?
The most popular neighborhoods near Las Polkas, Laredo, TX are Las Lomas, Ghost Town, Las Cruces, Heights and Calton Gardens.
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