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Garden Acres

Garden Acres

$352,777 Average Value

Midcentury charm in the middle of Aggieland

Garden Acres is just two miles from Texas A&M, offering a premium location in the heart of Aggieland and classic homes. “It’s really close to the university, but it still has that old historic charm on the main streets. They’ve really done a good job keeping the era prevalent while still updating and modernizing the homes,” says Laura Lea Smith, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Apex, who is the number one Coldwell Banker affiliate in the state. This quiet residential neighborhood sits near the midpoint of the sister cities of Bryan and College Station, giving homeowners the best of the both cities.

Garden Acres is a tight-knit community and a great place to raise a family.
Garden Acres is a tight-knit community and a great place to raise a family.
Garden Acres is only a short drive to the campus of Texas A&M
Garden Acres is only a short drive to the campus of Texas A&M
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Classic, traditional homes on large lots

Many of the homes in Garden Acres were built in the 1950s and 60s, giving them a classic charm with renovated interiors. House prices tend to stay between $200,000 and $350,000 and rental properties are also available. One-level traditional homes are common throughout Garden Acres, and homes often sit on quarter-acre or larger lots. Smith says that the neighborhood has a blend of retirees and Texas A&M students throughout the area and that the neighborhood doesn’t have a homeowners association like some surrounding communities. Homes are spaced out on quiet residential roads, and though many streets don’t have sidewalks, there’s plenty of space to go for a morning jog.

Garden Acres residents enjoy living in
Garden Acres residents enjoy living in
Garden Acres residents enjoy the shade of mature trees throughout the neighborhood.
Garden Acres residents enjoy the shade of mature trees throughout the neighborhood.
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Fresh cups of coffee from Babe's and more options along Texas Avenue

Babe’s is a go-to spot for a morning pick-me-up. The shop has a mom-and-pop feel, serving everything from flaky croissants to breakfast burritos and piping hot, fresh coffee. Local shops, retail options and restaurants line Texas Ave, putting residents only minutes away from a good meal or from stopping to grab groceries for the week. There are dining options just off the main thoroughfare as well, including J. Cody’s for barbecue or Shipwreck Grill, which sells crawfish by the bucket. For a night out, both Carney’s and Yesterday’s Bar and Grill are local watering holes with good drinks and pool tables to pass the time.

J. Cody's is a great spot to grab some authentic Texas BBQ near Garden Acres.
J. Cody's is a great spot to grab some authentic Texas BBQ near Garden Acres.
Garden Acres residents can pick up their morning coffee and a doughnut from Babe's.
Garden Acres residents can pick up their morning coffee and a doughnut from Babe's.
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Texas Avenue and proximity to Texas A&M

Texas Avenue is one of the major thoroughfares in the Bryan/College Station area. It leads directly to Texas A&M University, which is just two miles away and downtown Bryan, which is about 3 miles out. “College Station and Bryan are sister cities, so you really never know when you’re leaving one and entering the other,” Smith says. Residents drive to get around, but the neighborhood isn’t far from a few stops on the AggieSpirit bus, which shuttles Texas A&M students around.

Get some fresh air at Garden Acres Park

Garden Acres Park is the neighborhood pocket park with open green fields and a fenced family cemetery in the middle. Tanglewood Park is a popular spot in the summertime for grilling on the weekend, and kids flock to the splash pad during the summertime for some relief from the Texas heat. Dog owners are a couple of miles from letting their dog romp around with friends at the University Park Dog Park.

Garden Acres Park sits in the middle of the Garden Acres neighborhood.
Garden Acres Park sits in the middle of the Garden Acres neighborhood.
Tanglewood Park is has many amenities to entertain the entire family nearGarden Acres.
Tanglewood Park is has many amenities to entertain the entire family nearGarden Acres.
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Kids head to class at Crockett Elementary School

Garden Acres is part of the Bryan Independent School District. Children in the neighborhood will likely start their education at Crockett Elementary School, which received a C-plus grade from Niche. Fifth and sixth graders head to Jane Long Intermediate School, followed by Stephen F. Austin Middle School until eighth. Both schools have C-plus Niche ratings. B-rated Bryan High School’s storied history dates back to 1880 and is now known for its abundance of academic programs, including advanced academic classes and a dual language program.

Explore knowledge-rich classrooms at Crockett Elementary School.
Explore knowledge-rich classrooms at Crockett Elementary School.
Inquisitive minds blossom at Bryan High School.
Inquisitive minds blossom at Bryan High School.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Easterwood Field

18 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Garden Acres US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
67
Median Year Built
1950
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,819
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
25,264

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
205
Median Age
38
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$104,605
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$103,533

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
75.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
38.3%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.6%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

40 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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