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Established neighborhood within walking distance to schools
Ghost Town may have a haunting name, but the neighborhood is alive and well. “There is nothing haunted in that area,” says Joe Baeza, public information officer and investigator with the City of Laredo. “It’s just one of the older nicknames.” It’s a mostly residential neighborhood that's home to “a lot of working, middle-class, blue-collar people,” says ” says Baeza. Schools are either located in the neighborhood or within walking distance, including the recently renovated Nixon High School. The location is convenient, with the Laredo Medical Center and Laredo International Airport sitting just across the Lloyd Bentsen Highway.
Ghost Town is conveniently located near Laredo International Airport and Laredo Medical Center.
Lush trees and green lawns line the streets of Ghost Town.
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Ranch, multifamily and a few condos around the elementary school
The blocks of Ghost Town consist mainly of older ranch-style homes built in the 1960s that sit close together and close to the road. Prices generally range between $130,000 and $283,000. More recently built ranch-style homes range in price from about $94,000 and $396,000. There are also some manufactured homes with prices ranging from $86,000 to $100,000. Properties tends to be smaller, with trees covering backyards. Some parts of the neighborhood have sidewalks, and street parking is common, with a few carports throughout. There are also some multifamily homes with three to 10 units scattered throughout Ghost Town. Prices range from $250,000 for a triplex to $700,000 for six units built after 2000. North of Milton Elementary are some condos along Montgomery Street with prices ranging from $130,000 and $200,000.
Four bedroom modern style homes are located in south Ghost Town.
Three bedroom ranch style homes with two car garage are found along north Arkansas Ave.
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Local businesses on Arkansas Avenue
Most of the commercial businesses within the neighborhood are found along North Arkansas Avenue, like Tacos and Salsas Mexico, Richie’s Burgers and a variety of auto shops. Pano’s Bakery sells authentic Mexican bread and donuts. Paez Fruit Stand only takes cash and has a variety of fruits and vegetables for sale. Across the Lloyd Bentsen Highway to the north is H-E-B, Big Lots and Chinese restaurant Lin’s Grand Buffet. Following Clark Boulevard to the east is a Walmart Supercenter and Target along with Pizza Patron.
Taco Mais serves authentic Mexican dishes in central Ghost Town
Ghost Town is conveniently located near major retailer such as Target.
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Concerts, Swiftie book club and Halloween
Four miles north, the Sames Auto Arena seats over 9,000 people and is home to the Laredo International Sister Cities Festival as well as concerts. Although smaller, the Casablanca Event Center also hosts centers and events such as wrestling. Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library is the main branch in all of Laredo, often acting as the center for activities done by the city’s library system. “Ghost Town is probably one of our busiest areas on Halloween,” says Baeza. “A lot of people participate in Trick or Treat.”
New high school campus and nearby magnet school
Students in the north of the neighborhood attend Clarence L. Milton Elementary School, while most students in the south attend Michael S. Ryan Elementary. The two schools are graded, respectively, a C and a B-minus from Niche. Mirabeau B. Lamar Middle School, for sixth through eighth grade, receives a C. Joseph W. Nixon High School earns a B-minus and is the second-oldest high school in the city. “You’re within walking distance of one of the bigger high schools. I actually went there,” Baeza says. The high school recently underwent renovations, demolishing older buildings in favor of a new two-story building. The Vidal M. Treviño School of Communications and Fine Arts sits across the road from the main high school, but has not received a score from Niche. It offers Advanced Placement classes to students.
Recreation center and state park around a lake
The Senator Judith Zaffirini Park was recently renamed from Ochoa Park and includes a new mini-pitch for soccer. The park is next to Nixon High School and also has a paved walking path around the tennis courts and a covered playground. To the east of Ghost Town, the James and Maria Luisa Haynes Recreation Center has an indoor double gymnasium and an exercise room that overlooks the beach entry pool and the three-lap pool. To the northeast, Lake Casa Blanca International State Park has campsites with electrical and water hookups around the lake. The park also has an 18-hole golf course in addition to watersport opportunities on the lake.
Buses, airport and Interstate 35 to the west
El Metro Transit has four bus lines through the neighborhood, with three routes, 8A, 11 and 13, following North Arkansas Avenue. Interstate 35 is 2 miles to the west, and the Bob Bullock Loop, or Loop 20 as it is commonly known, is to the east. Loop 20 curves around the eastern edges of the city. Laredo International Airport and Ghost Town share a border north of the neighborhood.
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Don't miss this centrally located 3- bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome! Enjoy spacious living area, an updated kitchen, and a relaxing patio and balcony. Property has a carport and is on a corner lot. Schedule your showing today!
A highly visible commercial lot on Clark Boulevard, ideal for developers or investors seeking to build a multifamily project in one of Laredo’s growing areas. This property is perfectly suited for an apartment complex or multifamily development, with ample space to comfortably accommodate up to 10 residential units.
Water and trash service included. AC Unit, water heater, stove, and refrigerator.Laundry On-SiteNo Pets AllowedApt show hours without appointment: Monday to Friday 10am -6pm, & Saturdays 10am -4pm.
2 Bed/1 Bath. close to schools, shopping. Located off Arkansas between Saunders and Clark. Utility fee for water and trash pick up $50.00 Tenants are required to maintain tenant liability insurance and will be enrolled in a Tenant benefit package includes HVAC filter program. Package with the insurance is $32.00 monthly. Unit has a monthly utility fee of $50.00. Non Refundable Application fee
Water and trash service included. AC Unit, water heater, stove, and refrigerator.Laundry On-SiteNo Pets AllowedApt show hours without appointment: Monday to Friday 10am -6pm, & Saturdays 10am -4pm.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,845
Median Age
32
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$34,342
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$52,881
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
68.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
13.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.7%
% Population in Labor Force
59.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
19''
Average Winter Low Temperature
47°F
Average Summer High Temperature
101°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
68/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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