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Ridgecrest
Homes
Homes in Ridgecrest are simple, and the residential streets are convenient to what most residents seek out on a daily basis. “People like living in the area for the pricing and what you’re close to,” says Sabre Cofer, a Realtor with EXP Realty with over 15 years of experience selling in Amarillo. “You’re right by the memorial park, and the schools are good. The home market tends to move quickly.” The most prominent home types are ranch-style houses and split-levels built between 1960 and 1990, often selling between $200,000 and $300,000. Properties that have been extensively renovated may settle between $300,000 and $350,000.
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Schools
Ridgecrest is a part of the Amarillo Independent School District, which has an overall A-minus grade on Niche as a district. Right in the neighborhood is Ridgecrest Elementary, which makes it into the top percentile for best elementary schools in the Amarillo area. Kids can move on to Crockett Middle before heading to Amarillo High; all schools are rated with an A-minus on Niche. April M. Brownlee, who is part of the Communications department for the Amarillo ISD, says that all students are eligible to be part of any nine AmTech Career Academy schools, which offer study paths such as culinary arts, architecture and business. Those who graduate from AmTech Career Academy are eligible for the Thrive Scholarship, which covers 60 hours of tuition fees and required course books at Amarillo College.
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Transportation
Ridgecrest is less than a mile from ramps to Interstate 27 and the Interstate 40 loop, so there is immediate access to major thoroughfares. Amarillo City Transit does not run bus lines out to Ridgecrest, so most residents are car-dependent. The Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport is 14 miles east, and the Northwest Texas Hospital is just 3 miles north for medical needs or emergencies.Parks
Connected to Ridgecrest Elementary is Ridgecrest School Park, which gives locals an in-community green space to take the kids to the park or meet up with friends for a game of tennis. Just south off of Bell Street, the John Stiff Memorial Park takes up 355 acres and offers a diverse selection of outdoor recreation. From the walking loop around McDonald Lake to the sand volleyball courts and connecting dog park, it’s one of the most distinct parks around Ridgecrest. John Stiff Memorial Park is also the site of the Southwest Amarillo Pool and Amarillo National Tennis Center.
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Shopping and Dining
There are several shopping areas in and surrounding Ridgecrest, with three shopping plazas in the northwest corridor. Residents that live to the north are within walking distance of stores such as Dollar General, Big Lots and Walgreens, alongside locally owned salons and shops. There are several fast-casual restaurants around the neighborhood, but some favorite local eateries are found along 45th Avenue, which borders Ridgecrest to the south. Scott’s Oyster Bar is an eclectic spot known for its fresh oyster plates and shrimp dishes, while Yellow City Grind is filled with locals working on their laptops after ordering a hot latte.
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Crime
Amarillo's surrounding flat, prairie landscape and low atmospheric pressure combine to make it one of the windiest cities in the country. Those living in Amarillo may sometimes catch a smell of the cattle ranches that surround the city, but the constant wind flow also makes the city air some of the cleanest in the country. Amarillo is also known for its extreme temperatures, with summer days clocking in at 100 degrees while winter freezes are common.
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Kaitie Lamb
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Michael Rutt
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cindy Hays
Cindy Hays
Landmark Realty Amarillo
(806) 414-3840
162 Total Sales
4 in Ridgecrest
$158K - $258K Price Range
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Meaghan Slater
Meaghan Slater
Lyons Realty
(806) 414-4066
76 Total Sales
2 in Ridgecrest
$150K - $306K Price Range
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Elizabeth Mendoza
Elizabeth Mendoza
Our Texas Real Estate
(806) 414-4030
10 Total Sales
1 in Ridgecrest
$175,000 Price
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Cristina Martinez
Cristina Martinez
Our Texas Real Estate
(806) 484-0536
14 Total Sales
1 in Ridgecrest
$154,500 Price
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Amarillo Team
Amarillo Team
RockOne Realty, LLC
(806) 484-0839
462 Total Sales
5 in Ridgecrest
$211K - $267K Price Range
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Devin Cook
Devin Cook
Keller Williams Realty Amarillo
(806) 414-3342
290 Total Sales
3 in Ridgecrest
$160K - $300K Price Range
Schools
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 2nd to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
John Stiff Memorial Park
Ridgecrest School Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Ridgecrest | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Ridgecrest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ridgecrest, Amarillo sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Ridgecrest, Amarillo over the last 12 months is $451,410, down 71% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$459,043
Median Sale Price
$451,410
Median Single Family Sale Price
$584,997
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$334,990
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$537,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
76
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-71%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$298
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,733
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Median Year Built
1965
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,738
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,721
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$750 - $858 per month
- Amarillo Square Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 680+ Sq Ft
- 4210 Paramount Blvd
- Amarillo, TX
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$695 - $1,150 per month
- Ridgecrest Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 684+ Sq Ft
- 4343 Ridgecrest Cir
- Amarillo, TX
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,115
Median Age
38
Population under 18
27.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,954
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,712
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.3%
College Graduates
21.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.7%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
20''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
25
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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