Michael Velez
JPAR Dallas
(469) 694-2807
26 Total Sales
1 in Valley Creek
Valley Creek
Valley Creek is eighteen miles away from Dallas but has carved out its own distinct suburban culture. Part of Mesquite, the official rodeo capital of Texas, residents can partake in the authentic Texas culture that this community is known for.
Homes within Valley Creek range from contemporary homes built in the 1980s to newer construction built in the 2020s. Homeowners in Valley Creek take pride in their community. This is most notable with the manicured lawns and landscaping that add to the curb appeal of the neighborhood. Valley Creek is walkable, with sidewalks threaded throughout, making it easy for residents to access the community’s namesake park. “Valley Park is made up of beautiful, updated homes with a park that is basically in your backyard,” says Alicia Trevino, CEO of the Alicia Trevino Team, with eXp Realty. A three-bedroom, two-bath contemporary home will cost you around $360,000. $455,6600 will get you a newly constructed four-bedroom, three-bath home. The median listing price for a home in Valley Creek is $449,302.
Students living in Valley Creek can attend Gentry Elementary, which has a B rating on Niche. After attending Gentry, students can move on to Berry Middle, which has a B-plus rating and Horn High, which has a B rating. The student-teacher ratio at Horn High is 17-to-1.
For recreation, those living in the neighborhood can head to Valley Creek Park. There, kids can enjoy the playground, which features a jungle gym. The park also features a softball complex and tennis courts for a bit of friendly competition. The park’s walking trails are a great way to walk the dogs or go for a jog. The pavilion is used for barbecues and other gatherings.
For dining out, residents can head to a few notable restaurants. JC’s Burger Bar is known for their stacked burgers. Have the Nooner, which is made of fried egg, bacon, cheddar, lettuce and tomato. If you can handle it, the Toddzilla is three-half-pound burger patties stacked between three slices of cheese. Right next door to JC’s Burger Bar is Yia Yia’s House of Gyros, a mom-and-pop Greek counter-server restaurant. Order their Gyro w/ Steak Fries, which is a blend of lamb and beef. For grocery shopping, residents can visit Tom Thumb on Pioneer Road, which is only a mile away. The nearest shopping mall is Town East Mall, which is about seven miles away from Valley Creek. Residents can shop at popular retailers like Dillard’s, H&M and Macy’s.
Residents can head to downtown Mesquite for community events. This includes Christmas on the Square, where the community comes together for a bit of holiday cheer. Residents can take photos with Santa, sip on free cocoa and shop at the gift market and food booths. At the Black Box Theater at the Mesquite Arts Center puts on It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play in December. Based on the classic film, the arts center’s rendition comes with a twist: the play is staged as a live radio broadcast.
The Mesquite Championship Rodeo is just a few miles away from Valley Creek. For more than 60 or so years, the community has been entertained by rodeo events like bull riding, barrel racing and team roping. In Valley Creek, you are getting that authentic Texas culture.
Written By
Nicholas Powell
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Michael Velez
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Lisa Richardson
Lisa Richardson
Compass RE Texas, LLC.
(469) 351-1057
95 Total Sales
1 in Valley Creek
$311,000 Price
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Yaron Yashar
Yaron Yashar
Fathom Realty, LLC
(469) 933-0561
119 Total Sales
1 in Valley Creek
$321,000 Price
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Kalani Hooker
Kalani Hooker
BHHS A Action REALTORS
(817) 803-1861
64 Total Sales
1 in Valley Creek
$330,000 Price
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Alexander Doubet
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Alexander Doubet
Responds QuicklyHeart Realty
(888) 497-3687
73 Total Sales
1 in Valley Creek
$319,900 Price
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Linda Hall
Linda Hall
Responds QuicklyRendon Realty, LLC
(682) 356-6174
49 Total Sales
1 in Valley Creek
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
Hodges Park
Clay Mathis Park
Valley Creek Park
Woodland Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Bruton Sports Complex
Achziger Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Valley Creek | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Valley Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Valley Creek, Mesquite sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Valley Creek, Mesquite over the last 12 months is $299,000, down 34% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$309,900
Median Sale Price
$299,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$276,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$430,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-34%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$190
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
708
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1992
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,123
Above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$5,510 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,872 Sq Ft
- 2033 Spring Mills Rd
- Unit ID1056398P
- Mesquite, TX
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,112
Median Age
36
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
28.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,851
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$90,450
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
18.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.2%
% Population in Labor Force
72.8%
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®
44
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
10
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Eastern Heights
Small residential neighborhood next to a recreation center in Mesquite
Highland Hills
Mesquite neighborhood within walking distance to Rutherford Elementary
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