East Belton
Modest homes for budget buyers
For prospective buyers in East Belton, there’s a lot of good news because years of development has created a healthy housing inventory. It remained a buyer’s market in late 2023, with homes sitting on the market for as long as three months, a trend that usually results in lower prices. The median sale price for a home in East Belton was around $300,000 in late 2023, a deep discount to Austin’s half-million-dollar point of entry. The median year built for the housing inventory in East Belton is 1972, so there is an abundance of modest ramblers and other one-and-a half story homes. There are also more spacious contemporary homes on modest lots that line the quiet, well-maintained streets. Homes range in price from around $200,000 for a three bedroom, two-bath 1970s rambler on the low end to $650,000 on the high end for a four-bedroom, three-bath brand new construction from 2023.
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Best schools in Bell County
Families with children in East Belton are served by the Belton Independent School District, the best public school district in Bell County, according to Niche, which gives it an A grade. Students can start their education at Miller Heights Elementary, a school with a B grade and a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1, compared to the national average of 17 to 1. Belton Middle is a B-plus school with a 14 to 1 student-teacher ratio and is among the more diverse middle schools in Texas. Highly rated Belton High is the second-best public high school in the county, according to Niche, which grades it an A-minus. The school has a full slate of athletic activities, including golf and powerlifting.
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Walkable downtown, hopping hotspots
The seat of Bell County government, downtown Belton is a quaint, walkable downtown that is noticeably well-kept because the city incentivizes beautification, according to Romer. The Bell County Museum features art, archaeology, culture and interactive activities for visitors. Lena Armstrong Public Library is open to the public six days a week and hosts a summer reading program. There is a Heb plus! for stocking up on groceries and essentials. The Grand Avenue Theater is a multiplex showing first-run films and football. El Mexicano Grill and Bar is a local favorite with an all you can eat lunch buffet and a lively atmosphere on Thursday for college night. Guests love El Mexicano’s margaritas, which are known to fuel serious karaoke seshes. Just east of downtown, Bo’s Barn Dancehall is a country music hotspot with live music, dancing, pool tables, heated patios for smokers and bartenders that are reportedly on point.
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Access to beautiful Belton Lake
Outdoor lovers seeking an active lifestyle will appreciate the year-round recreation offered by the Texas climate. “The premier hike and bike trail in the region runs along Nolan Creek, and that has been expanded a few times already,” Romer says. There are also trails at Chalk Ridge Falls Park, which has a beautiful water feature and scenic walking paths. There are two fully recreational lakes – Belton Lake and Stillhouse Hollow Lake – for boating, fishing or just relaxing by the water. Belton Lake, the bigger of the two, has three marinas and is known to have clean, clear water for swimming and lots of wildlife. Stillhouse Park is a standout with nature trails along waterside cliffs, boat access and there is even an indoor fishing area.
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Important to know
Belton is home to the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, a private Christian school that was chartered by the Republic of Texas as a school for women in 1845. “They have a great arts program and sports program,” Romer says. “It’s the jewel of Bell County.” The military plays a part in the community, with a major base just minutes outside of Belton. The Army base Fort Cavazos, formerly known Fort Hood, is about 20 miles east of the city. There are over 23,000 soldiers stationed at the base near Killeen.Big deal events
Dating back to 1852, the annual Independence Day celebration is a longtime tradition. “The Fourth of July is huge here,” Romer says. The weeklong event is recognized nationally, with a parade that attracts upwards of 30,000 people. “It’s a very big deal; people back their pickups up along the parade route days in advance,” Romer says. There’s also a carnival, cattle drive, arts and crafts festival, and a PRCA rodeo. Bacon Blues and Brews is held each fall on the Courthouse Square where blues artists perform. “There are food trucks, adult beverages and a heralded bacon cookoff,” Romer says.Convenient highway access
One of the larger cities in the Killeen-Temple metropolitan area, Belton is split in two by I-35, which links to Waco about 40 miles to the north and Austin around 60 miles south. Temple is 10 miles east via I-35, and Killeen is 20 miles west via I-14, which originates downtown. Most residents use a car to get around, but there is a public transportation option available. The HOP is a regional public transit system that serves a nine-county area covering 9,000 square miles.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Anna Purvis
Anna Purvis
Connect Realty
(254) 312-5771
179 Total Sales
1 in East Belton
$302,000 Price
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Diane Waters
Diane Waters
Keller Williams Realty Lone St
(737) 377-3290
245 Total Sales
2 in East Belton
$220K - $280K Price Range
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Lysa Saavedra
Lysa Saavedra
eXp Realty, LLC
(833) 322-6510
31 Total Sales
1 in East Belton
$236,000 Price
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Heidi Brautigan
Heidi Brautigan
Brautigan Realty
(254) 602-4630
110 Total Sales
4 in East Belton
$150K - $266K Price Range
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Cate Marmonti
Cate Marmonti
Bridge Realty
(254) 523-4740
179 Total Sales
2 in East Belton
$749,000 Price Range
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Nicki Turner
Nicki Turner
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway TX Realty
(563) 723-4024
75 Total Sales
2 in East Belton
$205K - $227K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lion's Park
Liberty Park
Heritage Park
Belton Jaycee Park
Yettie Polk Park
White Flint Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | East Belton | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
East Belton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Belton, Belton sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Belton, Belton over the last 12 months is $450,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$437,790
Median Sale Price
$450,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$435,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$251,995
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$135,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$332
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,850
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1972
Months of Supply
4.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,796
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,844
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,550
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,365
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,200 - $1,895 per month
- The Preserve at Nolan Creek
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 733+ Sq Ft
- 710 Shine St
- Belton, TX
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
16,010
Median Age
30
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,979
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$57,653
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
24.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.7%
% Population in Labor Force
63.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
3
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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