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Apollo Heights

Apollo Heights

$218,127 Average Value
$138 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Apollo Heights offers convenient commutes and mountain backdrops

Apollo Heights is a quiet suburban neighborhood in Northeast El Paso with mountain views and immediate highway access. “It’s right off U.S. 54, and that’s a thruway that can really get you anywhere,” says Justin Cates, a Realtor with New Beginnings Realty who grew up in Apollo Heights. “It’s a very pretty drive through Transmountain, and even just looking out of your backyard or your front yard and being at the foothills of the Franklin Mountains is pretty special.” El Paso’s main military base, Fort Bliss, is a major employer in the area, with direct access via U.S. Route 54. “A lot of families live there – a lot of military, even retired military, live in that Apollo Heights area,” Cates says. Plus, residents don’t have to travel far for everyday needs, with shops, restaurants, schools and hospitals just a few minutes away.

Apollo Heights East is a predominantly residential neighborhood in northeast El Paso, characterized by its single-family homes.
Apollo Heights East is a predominantly residential neighborhood in northeast El Paso, characterized by its single-family homes.
Located near Apollo Heights East, the National Border Patrol Museum educates the public about the history of the U.S. Border Patrol.
Located near Apollo Heights East, the National Border Patrol Museum educates the public about the history of the U.S. Border Patrol.
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Ranch-style homes built in the 1970s are common in Apollo Heights

Apollo Heights’ residential streets are full of ranch-style homes that tend to sit behind small front yards, sidewalks, cypress trees and shrubbery. Almost every property was built in the 1970s, and they sell for between $140,000 and $290,000. Though housing variety is limited, the occasional split-level stands out among scores of single-story properties, and some homes feature Spanish Colonial Revival aesthetics. Apollo Heights’ median sale price of $207,500 is well below the citywide median of $263,000. Though U.S. Route 54 runs along the neighborhood’s western border, the highway’s elevation, lack of local offramps and the community’s horizontal layout mean that traffic noise isn’t as prevalent as in other parts of the Northeast.

A charming Southwestern-style home in Apollo Heights East features a stucco exterior, reflecting the classic desert aesthetic of the area.
A charming Southwestern-style home in Apollo Heights East features a stucco exterior, reflecting the classic desert aesthetic of the area.
Most homes in Apollo Heights East were built in the 1970s and feature primarily ranch-style designs.
Most homes in Apollo Heights East were built in the 1970s and feature primarily ranch-style designs.
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Veterans Park and the Franklin Mountains put outdoor activities nearby

While Apollo Heights is almost entirely residential, Veterans Park puts outdoor activities across Rushing Road on the neighborhood’s east side. “Veterans Park is probably one of the larger, most prominent parks, definitely in the northeast side of town, even in all of El Paso,” Cates says. The park includes five ballfields, a playground, a skatepark, and an indoor swimming pool. The Veterans Recreation Center offers indoor basketball and a weightlifting room in addition to Halloween events. The Franklin Mountains not only form a scenic backdrop for life in Apollo Heights – hikers can trek from the nearby Chuck Heinrich Trailhead through shrubby foothills and into both caves and historic tin mines. “Even more than that, just the sheer mountain views are breathtaking. They’re majestic,” Cates says.

Veterans Park is a wonderful place to take the family for a day in the park.
Veterans Park is a wonderful place to take the family for a day in the park.
Grab some friends and play a game of kickball out in the many fields at Veterans Park.
Grab some friends and play a game of kickball out in the many fields at Veterans Park.
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Andress High trains students for college and tech jobs

Students can start at Dr. Joseph Torres Elementary School, which receives a B-minus from Niche, before attending the B-rated Charles Middle School. Students at the C-plus-rated Andress High School can take dual credit classes with El Paso Community College, including Pathways in Technology (P-TECH), and study for an International Baccalaureate.

Dr. Joseph E. Torres Elementary is a vibrant, community-focused school dedicated to academic excellence.
Dr. Joseph E. Torres Elementary is a vibrant, community-focused school dedicated to academic excellence.
Andress High School serves students in Tobin Mountain, El Paso TX.
Andress High School serves students in Tobin Mountain, El Paso TX.
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Neighboring communities offer grocery and restaurant options

Apart from having its own Dollar General, Apollo Heights is also a block or two away from larger retail options and restaurants. In neighboring Arlington Park, Chinese Valley offers dine-in and takeout. North Hills, a block north of Apollo Heights, packs an Albertsons, Walgreens and a handful of restaurants into a small subdivision. Its Las Colinas Plaza shopping mall is home to the Three Pints Pub, a bar that hosts live music and karaoke nights while serving a mixture of traditional pub fare and Mexican food. Casa De Torta offers tacos, torta sandwiches and other street food mainstays while celebrating Tejano culture with a colorful mural.

Chinese Valley, located in Apollo Heights East, offers weekly specials along with dishes like noodles and fried rice.
Chinese Valley, located in Apollo Heights East, offers weekly specials along with dishes like noodles and fried rice.
Grab some Mexican cuisine at Casa De Torta when visiting Apollo Heights East.
Grab some Mexican cuisine at Casa De Torta when visiting Apollo Heights East.
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Route 54 connects commuters to military and downtown jobs

Apollo Heights’ location along U.S. Route 54 connects it to downtown El Paso within a 15-mile drive. “It’s a very good place, especially if one spouse works on the Eastside and one spouse works on the Westside,” Cates says. Fort Bliss is less than 10 miles away, and residents who commute to the White Sands Missile Range can drive 90 miles up the highway. El Paso International Airport is just over 10 miles to the southeast. The Hospitals of Providence Northeast Campus, the local medical center, is accessible within 3 miles.

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Transit

Airport

El Paso International

22 min drive

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Salem\Kenworthy

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Kenworthy\Sagitarius

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Salem\Gala

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Salem\Galatea

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Salem\Trojan

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Salem\Pisces

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Kenworthy\Crete

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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Apollo Heights Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$207,449
Median Sale Price
$215,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$204,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$138

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
970
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1976
Months of Supply
4.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,577
Below the national average
1,929
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jan 10
    12 - 3pm

    10428 Sigma St, El Paso, TX 79924

    $200,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,224 Sq Ft
    • 10428 Sigma St
    • New 9 days ago

    Step into this inviting single story 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home that feels fresh, bright, and ready for its next chapter. Fresh interior paint and updated light fixtures give the home a clean, modern feel while still leaving plenty of room to add your personal touch. The kitchen and bathrooms feature beautiful granite countertops, offering both style and durability for everyday living. Enjoy the

    Candie Garcia EXIT Southwest Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
2,444
Median Age
41
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$83,378
On par with the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$90,622

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
85.8%
College Graduates
17.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.3%
% Population in Labor Force
52.4%
Below the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
6''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

23 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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