Tech Terrace (UNIT)
Neighborhood in Lubbock, Texas
Lubbock County 79410
Historic homes with pride in ownership
Beginning in 1988, one of the crown jewels of Tech Terrace has been its holiday home tour. What started as a way to promote the neighborhood and showcase its distinct charm, the annual fundraiser has morphed into something bigger, attracting people from all over Lubbock and raising money to beautify the community. Longtime Tech Terrace resident Denise Pope has chaired the event three times, with 600 people showing up one year. “The homes are so diverse — a little tiny cottage, a big mansion and everything in between — and they are always surprisingly amazing inside,” she says. “They’re always full of surprises and features. Each and every one is completely different." Lots in Tech Terrace are typically smaller, but homes come with intricate details, from pristine exterior landscaping to delicate stone masonry. While most homes in Tech Terrace are used as rental properties, homes are well-maintained with short-term housing for Texas Tech faculty members and physicians who work at nearby institutions. Older builds can typically be found between 20th and 25th Streets, while the rest of the neighborhood is a collection of bungalows and ranch-style builds. Homes in Tech Terrace typically sell between $200,000 and $350,000.
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Tech Terrace Park sits at the center of the action
Tech Terrace Park sits on nearly 18 acres at the center of the neighborhood, with a walking trail encircling the large open field perfect for four-legged companions. The park is the core of community activity, as a summer concert series, a kite-flying festival and July 4th festivities bring out the fun. Nearby, Wagner Park sits at 26th Street and Elgin Avenue and has soccer fields and tennis courts.
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Highly ranked Lubbock Schools with rockabilly roots
Students in Tech Terrace attend Lubbock Independent School District, with some beginning at Roscoe Wilson Elementary School, rated A on Niche. Rock ’n’ roll legend Buddy Holly attended Wilson Elementary, starting first grade in 1943 and attending through fifth grade before moving outside the city limits. A historical marker in town gives him good marks: “Buddy’s grades indicate he was a better than average student in elementary school.” Students move on to Hutchison Middle School and Lubbock High School, both rated an A-minus or better. Plus, Texas Tech University is within walking distance.
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Close range to hospitals and downtown Lubbock
South of US-82 and west of I-27, Tech Terrace is 3 miles from downtown Lubbock, a mile from Covenant Medical Center and 2 miles from University Medical Center is two. Public transportation is available, with bus Citibus routes offering service to Texas Tech. And for longer trips, Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport is 10 miles north.Independent restaurants thrive in Tech Terrace
A commercial sector at the corner of 26th Street and Canton Avenue lets residents choose from independent restaurants and boutiques. J&B Coffee has been a neighborhood gathering spot since 1979 with a friendly, welcoming energy and a place to sit back and enjoy coffee and sandwiches. Next door, Capital Pizza has been serving up signature pizzas since 2013. Goodline Beer Co. is an award-winning taproom slinging a variety of beers, all made in house. The brewery aims to be the heartbeat of the community, hosting a weekly run club, a monthly book club and trivia every Tuesday. Heading south, at 34th and Indiana Avenue, Holly Hop Ice Cream Shoppe transports visitors back to the 1950s with a retro interior complemented by nearly 100 flavors of ice cream. For everyday shopping, Food King sits right in the neighborhood.
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Kevin Martin
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cindy Harrison
Cindy Harrison
Keller Williams Realty
(806) 808-0144
37 Total Sales
2 in Tech Terrace (UNIT)
$295K - $375K Price Range
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Wendy Jones
Wendy Jones
Keller Williams Realty
(806) 451-3468
138 Total Sales
1 in Tech Terrace (UNIT)
$420,000 Price
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Ann Kearney
Ann Kearney
Century 21 Kearney & Associate
(806) 853-6396
114 Total Sales
2 in Tech Terrace (UNIT)
$133K - $318K Price Range
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Kristen Wright
Kristen Wright
Wright Realty and Design
(806) 702-7763
167 Total Sales
1 in Tech Terrace (UNIT)
$202,500 Price
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Jonathan Wright
Jonathan Wright
Responds QuicklyWright Realty and Design
(806) 758-7838
121 Total Sales
1 in Tech Terrace (UNIT)
$202,500 Price
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Vince Wyatt
Vince Wyatt
Responds QuicklyWyatt Realty
(806) 853-5500
85 Total Sales
2 in Tech Terrace (UNIT)
$194K - $218K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Tech Terrace Park
Wagner Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Tech Terrace (UNIT) | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Tech Terrace (UNIT) Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Tech Terrace (UNIT), Lubbock sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Tech Terrace (UNIT), Lubbock over the last 12 months is $279,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$295,000
Median Sale Price
$279,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$277,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
83
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$164
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,273
Number of Homes for Sale
31
Median Year Built
1947
Months of Supply
4.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,924
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,272
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,844
Median Age
28
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$30,859
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$68,377
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.7%
College Graduates
65.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
39.8%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
19''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
73
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
68
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36
/ 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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