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Prado is a walkable border-adjacent neighborhood on Loop 375
Prado lies just east of the U.S.-Mexico border in El Paso’s Mission Valley, against the pulse of the traffic artery known as Loop 375. Unlike many El Paso neighborhoods, Prado is pedestrian-friendly, with well-maintained sidewalks and commerce along Alameda Avenue. Kids are within walking distance of three local schools, two of which are right in the neighborhood. “In that area, definitely schools are going to be the big deal,” says Justin Cates, an El Paso native and Realtor with New Beginnings Realty who’s been selling in the area for nearly 10 years.
Ranch-style homes on small lots sell quickly in Prado
Prado is primarily residential, with apartments and single-family homes making up more than 75 percent of the property mix, and about half of the residents are renters. Manufactured homes and ranch-style houses are situated closely together on lots measuring approximately 6,000 square feet. Low stone walls and chain-link fences border many properties, which typically include small patches of xeriscaped yard space. Most houses were built in the 1970s and ’80s and feature brick exteriors or Spanish accents, such as arched doorways and windows. Sidewalks border many streets, but the neighborhood doesn’t offer much shade. Homes tend to sell within 10 days of entering the market — far below the national average of 53 days. Ranch-style homes, many with attached garages, sell for $135,000 to $210,000. “Because of the price point, those homes are purchased when they might be a little run down, then they’re purchased and updated and resold — still at affordable prices,” Cates says.
Most students attend schools in the Ysleta Independent School District
Most students start at Capistrano Elementary School, which receives a Niche grade of B-minus, before moving to Ysleta Middle School, rated C-plus. Ysleta High School is rated B and maintains a jam-packed athletic schedule with offerings like football, golf, gymnastics, tennis and volleyball. Parents can also opt for magnet schools, apply for open enrollment or request out-of-district transfers. Most seats are allocated based on available space, and magnet programs may use a lottery system. In 2025, the state Legislature created the Texas Education Freedom Accounts program to provide eligible families with funding for private school, homeschooling or other educational expenses.
Mexican restaurants and Food King line Alameda Avenue
Alameda Avenue is Prado’s main commercial drag. Mexican restaurants, including Taqueria La Pila and El Michoacano, line the corridor, along with a few fast-food chains like McDonald’s and Domino’s. Automotive shops and car dealerships are common in this area. “When I think of Alameda, I think of car dealerships,” Cates says. “When everyone wants a deal, Alameda’s where you go.” For groceries, Food King is just outside the neighborhood. Bronco Swapmeet, one of El Paso’s most famous flea markets, is about a mile away.
Nearby parks offer walking trails, sports facilities and a pool
Although there are no public parks in the neighborhood, residents have access to several nearby green spaces. A long walking path leads past basketball courts, picnic areas and playgrounds at Pueblo Viejo Park, which stretches along a grassy median. Capistrano Park also has a playground and basketball court, along with a baseball field. The William W. Cowan Aquatic Center is home to an indoor 25-yard pool and serves as the centerpiece of J.P. Shawver Park.
Live music and bingo at Speaking Rock
Prado is about a mile and a half from Speaking Rock, a casino and entertainment center owned by the Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo tribe. The venue hosts regular bingo sessions and the occasional DJ or live band.
Loop 375 connects Prado to downtown and the airport
Sun Metro buses stop along Alameda Avenue, but most residents get around by car. Loop 375 runs along the neighborhood’s western edge, parallel to the Rio Grande and the Mexican border. “That’s a great location, because it’s only a minute drive over to Juarez,” Cates says. “Sometimes people just walk.” The highway forms a loose circle around El Paso, making it easy for commuters to reach other parts of the city. It’s about 9 miles to El Paso International Airport and 11 to Downtown El Paso, and 24-hour health care is available 5 miles away at Del Sol Medical Center.
Environmental issues include air pollution and flooding
Idling traffic can pile up at the border, which contributes to air pollution. The effects are measurable throughout the city but especially pronounced in neighborhoods near the crossings. Similarly, homes close to Loop 375 are subject to traffic noise. Residents also contend with triple-digit temperatures in summer and flooding during periods of heavy rain.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Prado
US
Homicide
5
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
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Prado Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Prado, El Paso sell after 10 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Prado, El Paso over the last 12 months is $187,500, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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