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Walking distance to multiple amenities in Mesquite
Eastern Heights is a small residential neighborhood in Mesquite, close to a recreation center and multiple schools. Rutherford Recreation Center sits behind Sam Rutherford Elementary School, and Frank B. Agnew Middle School and Mesquite High School are within a mile of the community. The homes in Eastern Heights are primarily ranch-styles built in the 1960s and 1970s. Houses tend to sit close together under the cover of mature trees. Most properties have a paved driveway with a single-car attached garage. Some homeowners have transformed their garages into an additional room within the house. Backyards are usually fenced in. Prices can range from $225,000 to $285,000.
Eastern Heights sits nestled among mature trees in Mesquite, TX.
Rutherford Recreation Center is around the corner for Eastern Heights residents to take part in community activities.
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Career and Technical Education courses at high schools
Students may begin their education at Rutherford Elementary School, which is graded a B by Niche. Agnew Middle School earns a B-minus and Mesquite High School earns a B. “The school district is great; there’s lots of programs for kids,” says Sara Hudler, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors. Career and Technical Education courses are available at all Mesquite high schools. “It’s a nice alternative for kids looking for careers,” Hudler says.
Students in Mesquite may begin their education at Rutherford Elementary School.
Agnew Middle School has many activities for its students in Mesquite, TX.
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After school program at Rutherford Recreation Center
Rutherford Recreation Center has indoor and outdoor activities, including an after-school program for kindergarten through sixth graders. Nearby Bruton Park has several soccer fields available for rent. Paschall Park is also home to an athletic complex, with a disc golf course and the Travis Williams Softball Complex. The park also has a paved trail that weaves through the green space.
Mesquite locals fill Bruton Sports Complex during soccer season.
The parks in Mesquite, like Paschall Park, are great for getting ready for softball season.
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Tom Thumb and Albertsons nearby
Walgreens and Dollar General sit along Pioneer Road, with a Tom Thumb supermarket just down the street. Burger Pop Mesquite and Morning Treat Donuts are smaller, local restaurants next to Tom Thumb. East Cartwright Road acts as the southern border, leading to grocery store Albertsons, several fast-food restaurants and The Ice Cream Bar. The eatery also serves burgers, wings, funnel cakes and paletas, the Mexican version of popsicles. Town East Mall is about 7 miles north and has over 160 stores.
Eastern Heights residents can enjoy a loaded funnel cake for dessert at The Ice Cream Bar.
Town East Mall is the closest big-box shopping destination for Eastern Heights residents.
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Driving to the interstate and Dallas
Eastern Heights is surrounded by other neighborhoods, putting it several miles away from major routes Interstate 635 and U.S. Highway 80. I-635 acts as a partial loop around Dallas. “It’s a quick drive to Dallas,” Hudler says. Highway 80, to the north, eventually connects with I-30.
Seasonal Mesquite events
“A lot of those areas, there are no HOAs,” says Hudler. “It’s more just what the city offers.” Mesquite hosts a variety of free events throughout the year, including seasonal ones like Christmas in the Park and Bunny Eggstravaganza.
Eastern Heights locals take the kiddos to see Santa in Downtown Mesquite's Christmas in the Park celebration.
Eastern Heights locals like to spend Saturday morning at the Downtown Mesquite Farmers Market.
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Parks in this Area
Paschall Park
Disc Golf
Playground
Parking Lot
Transit
Airport
Dallas Love Field
34 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Eastern Heights
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Eastern Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Eastern Heights, Mesquite sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Eastern Heights, Mesquite over the last 12 months is $320,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Over 3 acres of land on busy Pioneer Rd. This area is a densely populated residential area. 5 mile trade area has a population of over 198,000 residents. Cartwright and Pioneer road combined have over 31,000 cars per day pass through. Zoned Light commercial-retail. Perfect for a strip mall, medical, dry cleaners, salon, automotive, or so many other things. Right next to a busy Dollar General
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
943
Median Age
33
Population under 18
31.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,769
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$87,325
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.7%
College Graduates
3.3%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
76.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
39/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
51/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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