$222,225Average Value$142Average Price per Sq Ft7Homes For Sale
The North Peak of El Paso
Pico Norte belongs to many generations. Built in the 1970s shortly after the first middle school was built, Pico Norte is a mixed-use neighborhood of over 5,000 people with older homes, local schools and some shopping options. Most residents have either lived in the neighborhood since it was built out or inherited their properties. With low housing costs and growing rental opportunities, Pico Norte is what affordable living looks like in East El Paso. “They’re old-generation homes,” Casa By Owner Realtor Nashat Isa says. “It serves a community that otherwise cannot afford homes over $250,000.”
There are a plethora of housing options available to those settling down in Pico Norte.
Most homes in Pico Norte feature driveways with ample parking.
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Low-cost housing and apartment options
Most homes in this neighborhood are one-story brick and stucco houses with pebble lawns, mature trees and small shrubbery. Fixer-uppers list between $150,000 and $200,000, while remodeled homes that list between $200,000 to $400,000 will have additional amenities such as balconies, private yards and gated enclosures. A few townhomes and condos in the community cost $150,000 to $250,000.
Vibrant colorful homes, with well-manicured lawns are a common find in Pico Norte.
Those looking for a fresh start might enjoy the stucco townhouses of Pico Norte.
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An Eastwood education
Most of the neighborhood is zoned for the Eastwood educational pathway in the Ysleta Independent School District, while the southeastern corner is zoned for J.M. Hanks. Students can start at East Point Elementary, which has robotics and Esports clubs and a B-plus rating on Niche. For the J.M. Hanks path, Vista Hills Elementary is less than a mile south and has an A-minus. Eastwood Middle is located within the neighborhood and earned an A-minus for its quality of educators. “Eastwood has a very good reputation in El Paso,” Isa says. “It’s a very sought-after school in the community.” Eastwood High School is 2 miles east. It has an A-minus and offers over 30 extracurricular programs. J.M. Hanks Middle and High School, respectively, earned B and A-minus ratings as well. A few private Christian and Catholic schools are also available in the area.
Education has been building foundations at East Point Elementary since 1966.
Vista Hills Elementary School values each students's success, earning an A-minus from Niche.
Join the Raider family at Eastwood Middle School, where students soar to new heights.
Embodying strength and determination at Eastwood High School, led by Sarge the Trooper.
Growing students in Pico Norte may continue their education at J.M. Hanks High School.
Pico Norte also has private religious institutions available such as, Jesus Chapel School.
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Sun Metro services throughout East El Paso
Sun Metro runs several mass transit routes throughout Pico Norte. Bus stops surrounding the community link passengers to nearby neighborhoods like Cielo Vista, El Dorado and Mission Valley. Connecting services can also take residents 2 miles east to the 24-hour Hospitals of Providence emergency room or 5 miles northwest to the El Paso International Airport.
Sun Metro buses help locals get around town in Pico Norte.
Pico Norte residents have quick access to the El Paso International Airport.
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Pico Norte Park and the YMCA
Pico Norte’s namesake park is located in the center of the neighborhood, right next to the middle school. Stretching out over nearly 9 miles, Pico Norte Park has a small playground, walking trails and open fields that host youth soccer games. Next to the park, The YMCA Shirley Leavell Branch offers an indoor pool and fitness center. Many more parks are situated around the neighborhood, including Eastwood Park, Pebble Hills Park and Reese McCord Park.
Pico Norte Park is the perfect place for people and pups to pass the time outdoors.
You can get active, get in shape and do whatever you feel at the Pico Norte YWCA
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Montwood Mall and Pebble Village Shopping Center
There is shopping at the southwest and northeast corners of the neighborhood. The Montwood Mall is anchored by an Albertson’s, the community's only grocery store. It’s also home to Great American Steakburger, a locally run steakhouse that has served its signature burgers for 40 years. On the other end of the neighborhood is Pebble Village Shopping Center, which has a small Mexican restaurant in Pirco’s and a Baskin-Robbins. Local retail includes a handful of department and hardware stores, as well as a couple of convenience stores, salons, a bank, a comics shop and a Planet Fitness gym.
Pico Norte locals grab all their weekly grocery essentials at the nearby Albertsons.
Stop in for a savory dish at the Great American Steakhouse, in Pico Norte.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Pico Norte
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Pico Norte Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pico Norte, El Paso sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Pico Norte, El Paso over the last 12 months is $210,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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