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Downtown Beaumont

Downtown Beaumont

$155,766 Average Value
$307 Average Price per Sq Ft
12 Homes For Sale

Downtown Beaumont is close to jobs and a vibrant arts scene

Downtown Beaumont is a blend of quiet residential streets and busy corridors lined with businesses, restaurants and museums. It’s also home to Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital and Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas, two major city employers. “There are a lot of lawyers’ offices and banks and those types of businesses down there. And outside of that there are a lot of oil and gas industries nearby," says David Smith, a Realtor and team leader with LPT Realty, who lives in the area. "It’s got an industrial feel, but it’s not like there’s a lot of smoke in the air or anything."

Beaumont is a city in southeastern Texas, located 90 miles east of Houston. It's been ranked as one of the most affordable cities in the county by U.S. News & World Report. The median home sale price is about $200,000 — half the national average. “If Houston is too expensive for you, then Beaumont will be your best friend,” says Will Johnson, a southeast Texas broker, agent and owner of William T.J. Realty.
Downtown Beaumont is a diverse place with lots to see and do.
Downtown Beaumont is a diverse place with lots to see and do.
Welcome to Downtown Beaumont.
Welcome to Downtown Beaumont.
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Rosie's Soul Food is a local favorite for dining

While Downtown Beaumont is inundated with fast food chains, those restaurants are mostly concentrated around the more urban parts of the neighborhood like College Street and Interstate 10. Beyond Whataburger and Olive Garden are mom-and-pop eateries like Rosie’s Soul Food on Hazel Avenue and numerous taquerias, barbecue and seafood joints. There are several supermarkets, too, including H-E-B Plus on College Street and Kroger on the west side of I-10. Parkdale Mall, with anchor stores Dillard’s and HomeGoods, is 6 miles away on Eastex Freeway. The Beaumont Commercial District has numerous buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including high rises constructed in the early 1930s. “There’s a big push to beautify downtown," Smith says. "The city has a plan in place to bring new businesses in. They’re painting murals on the old buildings. It’s going to look a lot different in a few years.”
Rosie's Soul Food in Downtown Beaumont makes you feel at home.
Rosie's Soul Food in Downtown Beaumont makes you feel at home.
Downtown Beaumont residents can head to Parkdale mall for lots of shopping and dining.
Downtown Beaumont residents can head to Parkdale mall for lots of shopping and dining.
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Interstate 10 leads to Houston

I-10 lines Downtown Beaumont’s northern border and a 90-mile trip west leads to Houston and the George Bush Intercontinental Airport. The airport offers direct flights to more than 100 U.S. locations and nonstop tickets to over 60 international locations. Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital, a 431-bed facility, is located on Calden Avenue and the 508-bed Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas is on College Street.
Downtown Beaumont residents can head to Parkdale mall for lots of shopping and dining.
Downtown Beaumont residents can head to Parkdale mall for lots of shopping and dining.
Grab a bust to quickly traverse Downtown Beaumont.
Grab a bust to quickly traverse Downtown Beaumont.
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Ballet and opera at Julie Rogers Theatre

The west side of Downtown Beaumont has a thriving arts and museum district, which includes the Art Museum of Southeast Texas and Beaumont Children’s Museum on Main Street. Over on Walnut Street, the Fire Museum of Texas offers exhibits dedicated to the history of firefighting. And on Pennsylvania Avenue, there’s Temple to the Brave, built as a tribute to those who have fought for and defended the country. The Julie Rogers Theatre is housed in a historic building on Pearl Street and is home to the city’s ballet, symphony and opera. Central Park, on South Fourth Street, has a playground and courts for basketball and tennis.
Downtown Beaumont is full of murals made by local artists.
Downtown Beaumont is full of murals made by local artists.
The Julie Rogers Theatre for the Performing Arts hosts events year-round.
The Julie Rogers Theatre for the Performing Arts hosts events year-round.
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Downtown Beaumont's vintage homes

Downtown Beaumont is not a dense urban area. Much of it consists of ranch houses and shotgun cottages on quiet, two-lane streets. In the Oaks Historic District, there are larger, four- and five-bedroom homes in a variety of architectural styles, including Craftsman and Colonial Revivals. Cozy shotgun cottages range from $60,000 to $150,000, while five-bedroom homes in the historic district go for $200,000 to $350,000. The Oaks Historic District’s neighborhood association is very active and has successfully advocated for amenities like parks and a dog run. The association also maintains infrastructure, such as streetlights, signs and sidewalks. The neighborhood has a CAP Index Crime Score of 5 out of 10, slightly higher than the national average of 4.
Colonial revival homes are a popular site in Downtown Beaumont.
Colonial revival homes are a popular site in Downtown Beaumont.
There are many different home styles in Downtown Beaumont.
There are many different home styles in Downtown Beaumont.
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Hurricane Harvey struck Downtown Beaumont

This part of Texas knows to keep a watchful eye on the forecast come hurricane season, and some properties still show signs of damage from past storms. Hurricane Harvey hit particularly hard in August 2017, dumping more than 40 inches of rain on the area.

Beaumont United High preps students for the future

Downtown Beaumont is served by the Beaumont Independent School District. Public school students may start off at Caldwood Elementary, which earns a C-minus Niche grade, before moving on to B-minus-rated Odom Middle and C-minus-rated Beaumont United High. Students at the high school can earn college credit through a dual enrollment program with Texas Lamar Institute of Technology.
Caldwood Elementary School promotes kindness and respect for Downtown Beaumont.
Caldwood Elementary School promotes kindness and respect for Downtown Beaumont.
Beaumont United High School is a vibrant institution for Downtown Beaumont students.
Beaumont United High School is a vibrant institution for Downtown Beaumont students.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Downtown Beaumont US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Downtown Beaumont Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$464,990
Median Sale Price
$460,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$397,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$985,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$437,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
69
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-17%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$307

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
726
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
2017
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,790
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,431
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,531
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
919
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
14,629
Median Age
37
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$46,217
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,975

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
72%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.9%
% Population in Labor Force
59.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
58''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

34 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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