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Escondido

Escondido

$228,244 Average Value
$253 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Central to all Bryan has to offer

Escondido means “hidden” in Spanish, but the Escondido neighborhood of Bryan is quite the opposite of hard to find. “As far as what brings people to the neighborhood, it’s central to Bryan,” says Realtor Colin Clark with Keller Williams Realty Brazos Valley, who has lived in the area since 2012. “There’s so much going on in that area, with the businesses downtown.” Walking distance to the attractions of downtown Bryan — and just a short drive to Texas A&M — Escondido offers both access to the city lifestyle and a residential feel.

An aerial view highlights its beautiful green spaces and well-kept homes.
An aerial view highlights its beautiful green spaces and well-kept homes.
Escondido features a variety of architectural styles, each with unique charm.
Escondido features a variety of architectural styles, each with unique charm.
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Businesses on Texas Avenue and downtown

Along Escondido’s western edge is Texas Avenue, lined by restaurants, shops and other businesses. Live music and cold beer are on the menu at The 101, set inside a former gas station. A couple of blocks away, La Familia is a favorite for tacos. And all the restaurants and bars along Main Street downtown are just a walk away, including the local favorite, Longhorn Tavern Steakhouse. The convenience store Prince Food Mart is located on Texas Avenue, while the nearest H-E-B is 1.5 miles away.

Prince Food Mart serves Escondido locals.
Prince Food Mart serves Escondido locals.
Escondido residents find their groceries at H-E-B.
Escondido residents find their groceries at H-E-B.
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First Friday in downtown Bryan attracts crowds from Escondido.
First Friday in downtown Bryan attracts crowds from Escondido.

Downtown Bryan’s First Friday festival

With downtown Bryan just across Texas Avenue, Escondido residents have easy access to the city's happenings. One of the city’s biggest events is the monthly First Friday festival, with family-friendly entertainment, live music and local artists taking over the historic downtown streets. “All of the businesses in downtown Bryan offer discounts or free services,” Clark says of First Friday. “The cops close off certain parts of the downtown area where people can walk around and try food. It’s kind of a big deal in the Bryan area.”

Midcentury homes in Escondido

Like much of the east side of downtown Bryan, the gridded streets of Escondido are shaded by large trees. The neighborhood’s homes, many of which were built between the 1930s and 1950s, often have fenced-in backyards. Small ranches or cottages with two or three bedrooms start near $100,000 and go to nearly $300,000, while more recently built or remodeled homes can be priced higher. Many of the homes in the area are sold as investment properties, either for long-term rental by students at the nearby colleges or for short-term rental for football weekends at nearby Texas A&M.

Escondido features a beautiful brick ranch-style home perfect for cozy living.
Escondido features a beautiful brick ranch-style home perfect for cozy living.
Escondido showcases traditional brick homes that offer timeless charm and durability.
Escondido showcases traditional brick homes that offer timeless charm and durability.
Escondido features homes at various price points, providing options for every buyer.
Escondido features homes at various price points, providing options for every buyer.
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Watch kids grow and learn through play on Sue Haswell Park's playground.
Watch kids grow and learn through play on Sue Haswell Park's playground.

Recreation at Sue Haswell Park

Next to Escondido is one of the city’s oldest parks, Sue Haswell Park, which was founded in 1925. Kids can scamper around the playground while their parents go on a stroll along the Path of Presidents, with bronze markers displaying quotes and likenesses of former U.S. heads of state. Locals can enjoy some friendly competition at the horseshoe pits, tennis courts or basketball hoops.

Education in Bryan ISD

Located in the Bryan Independent School District, Escondido is zoned to Fannin Elementary School for kindergarten through fourth grade, graded a C-plus by Niche. Kids attend B-rated Sam Rayburn Intermediate School for fifth and sixth grades, followed by B-minus-graded Davila Middle School for seventh and eighth. At Rudder High School, with a grade of C-plus, high-achieving students can pursue the Advanced Placement Capstone program. Students can also apply to A-graded Bryan Collegiate High School, which allows students to receive a two-year college degree alongside their high school diploma. Blinn College offers associate degrees with a campus in Bryan, while Texas A&M, the second-largest four-year college by enrollment in the country, is in Bryan’s twin city, College Station.

Explore knowledge-rich classrooms at Fannin Elementary School.
Explore knowledge-rich classrooms at Fannin Elementary School.
Sam Rayburn Intermediate epitomizes academic excellence in College Station.
Sam Rayburn Intermediate epitomizes academic excellence in College Station.
Embark on a journey of learning as you pass through James Earl Rudder High School's entrance.
Embark on a journey of learning as you pass through James Earl Rudder High School's entrance.
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Access to downtown and nearby employers

While downtown Bryan is within walking distance, most residents of Escondido own cars to get around the greater Bryan-College Station area. The Brazos Transit District operates a bus system, with service along William Joel Bryan Parkway on the north edge of the neighborhood. Major employers in the area include the CHI St. Joseph Health Hospital, just 1.5 miles from the neighborhood, and Texas A&M University, less than 5 miles away in College Station.

Escondido families enjoy quality time at Aggie Park.
Escondido families enjoy quality time at Aggie Park.
Escondido locals rely on St. Joseph Health for medical and support.
Escondido locals rely on St. Joseph Health for medical and support.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Easterwood Field

21 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Escondido US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Escondido Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$913,607
Median Sale Price
$550,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$891,110
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$253

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
275
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1946
Months of Supply
12.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,366
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,441
Median Age
35
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.9%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$79,670
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,116

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87.1%
College Graduates
17.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.6%
% Population in Labor Force
77.8%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

51 / 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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