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Montwood

Montwood

$324,820 Average Value
$398 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

An education in Montwood

Before the local high school was built in 1989, Montwood was just a patch of undeveloped land in East El Paso. But when the first houses started going up in the 1990s, families began moving in and breathing life into this mixed-use residential community of around 1,000 students, teachers and parents. With large homes, local restaurants and high school sports teams, the neighborhood takes pride in how everybody rallies behind their Montwood Rams. “My kids went to Montwood High School,” says Marysela Flores, a resident and broker for Axiom Realty. “That’s why I moved to the neighborhood.”

Montwood is a family-friendly neighborhood in East El Paso.
Montwood is a family-friendly neighborhood in East El Paso.
Montwood homes range from $250K to $ 600 K.
Montwood homes range from $250K to $ 600 K.
Montwood has Mission Revival and ranch-style architecture.
Montwood has Mission Revival and ranch-style architecture.
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A cul-de-sac community around Montwood High

Neighborhood houses surround Montwood High School, and the streets lead into cul-de-sacs lined with trees, bushes and sidewalks. People tend to hold onto their properties here and rarely put them onto market. “They pop up here or there, and when they do, they get sold very quickly,” Flores says. “It tends to be a very popular area.” Architectural styles range from Mission Revival to ranch-style. Many of the brick and stucco houses that list between $250,000 and $400,000 feature pebble lawns, palm trees and tile roofs. A few custom houses in the $400,000 to $600,000 range have up to five bedrooms with amenities such as covered patios and porches, quartz countertops and heated in-ground pools.

Montwood's sidewalks and cul-de-sacs are perfect for families.
Montwood's sidewalks and cul-de-sacs are perfect for families.
Montwood homes are known for brick and stucco exteriors.
Montwood homes are known for brick and stucco exteriors.
Custom Montwood homes may include patios and pools.
Custom Montwood homes may include patios and pools.
Montwood lawns often feature palm trees and desert plants.
Montwood lawns often feature palm trees and desert plants.
Montwood homes blend traditional design with modern updates.
Montwood homes blend traditional design with modern updates.
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Schools within Soccoro ISD

Montwood High is zoned for the Soccoro Independent School District, which was rated a B-plus on Niche. Helen Ball Elementary is a Purple Star-designated school for military families in the neighborhood, while William D. Slider Middle has a gifted and talented program. Montwood High is also a National Blue Ribbon School that offers advanced placement and dual credit courses. All schools in Montwood’s educational pathway earned B ratings on Niche.

William D. Slider Middle School is part of Montwood’s path.
William D. Slider Middle School is part of Montwood’s path.
Walmart near Montwood makes errands easy.
Walmart near Montwood makes errands easy.
Montwood High School opened in 1989 and shaped the area.
Montwood High School opened in 1989 and shaped the area.
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SunMetro busses to Cielo Vista and El Dorado

While students can ride the bus, many choose to walk or bike to school instead since all campuses are less than a mile away. Bus stops surround the neighborhood, with SunMetro services running 6 miles east to Cielo Vista or 4 miles northeast in El Dorado. The Texas State Highway Loop 375 is directly east of the neighborhood and runs north and south around the city. The closest 24-hour urgent care is at The Hospitals of Providence Emergency Room 2 miles west. The El Paso International Airport is 9 miles northwest.

The Montwood transit stops connect locals to Eastside and Cielo Vista.
The Montwood transit stops connect locals to Eastside and Cielo Vista.
Loop 375 runs just east of Montwood for quick access.
Loop 375 runs just east of Montwood for quick access.
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Friday night lights in Montwood

Locals support Montwood High sports teams. “A lot of people look for school districts when they’re moving into neighborhoods,” Flores says. “It has a big presence here in the community.” In the spring, baseball is in full swing, and the Rams consistently finish in the top five at the district level. In the fall, it's all about football. In 2024 the school district opened a new 6,500-seat stadium designed by Globe Life Field architect and El Paso native Fred Ortiz. Four basketball courts and eight tennis courts are also open to residents on the east side of the campus.

Montwood neighborhood families love visiting Dick Shinaut Park for playtime.
Montwood neighborhood families love visiting Dick Shinaut Park for playtime.
Montwood residents support their Rams at Friday night games.
Montwood residents support their Rams at Friday night games.
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Shopping and dining on Zaragosa Road

Zaragosa Crossing is at the southeastern end closest to the highway. Fast food restaurants comprise most of the dining in this shopping center, although there are a few Mexican and Italian establishments around the mall. The Shack Wing & Brews is a scratch kitchen that has won “hottest wings” at El Paso’s Border Beer & Wing Fling festival for four consecutive years. Wicked Pho is an Asian fusion restaurant with oxtail pho and pork belly spring rolls, while the Montwood Star Bakery serves authentic conchas and churros to the community. The closest grocery store is Walmart across the street at the Zaragosa Marketplace.

Shops near Montwood offer everything from groceries to gifts.
Shops near Montwood offer everything from groceries to gifts.
Walmart near Montwood makes errands easy.
Walmart near Montwood makes errands easy.
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Schools

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Transit

Airport

El Paso International

21 min drive

Bus

Saul Kleinfeld\Firehouse Dr.

Bus

Montwood\Polly Harris

Bus

12140 Montwood & Zaragoza

Bus

Bob Mitchell\Montwood

Bus

Montwood\Fire House

Bus

Saul Kleinfeld\Zaragoza

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Montwood Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$639,900
Median Sale Price
$615,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$615,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
88%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$398

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
381
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1994
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,250
Above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

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
1,099
Median Age
42
Population under 18
19.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$109,895
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$135,202

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87.6%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
38.8%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12%
% Population in Labor Force
65.5%

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®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

30 / 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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