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Kelview Heights

Kelview Heights

$235,254 Average Value
$180 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Established neighborhood with a central location north of downtown Midland

In Kelview Heights, a mix of mostly midcentury homes hold possibility. Some of the options here have already been remodeled with modern touches, and houses still sell for more than $160,000 less than the city average. Properties come with sizable backyards and the neighborhood is in an advantageous spot, too. “It’s very centrally located,” says Norma Pine, a local broker and co-owner of Pine & Beckett Realtors, who is regularly a top producer in Midland. “It’s very close to the [Midland Memorial Hospital]. It does have a lot of advantages.”

The aerial view captures the essence of Kelview Heights' neighborhood atmosphere.
The aerial view captures the essence of Kelview Heights' neighborhood atmosphere.
An aerial shot of Kelview Heights reveals its close connection to downtown.
An aerial shot of Kelview Heights reveals its close connection to downtown.
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Midcentury homes at affordable prices for the Midland metro area

Wide streets are mostly lined with modest midcentury bungalows and ranch-style homes, but a handful of options date from the 2000s. Houses feature driveways and sometimes carports. While some of the older homes have been remodeled or renovated, others are in need of updates. Lots are typically around one-fifth of an acre with large backyards. Prices range from around $200,000 to $250,000.

Kelview Heights offers affordable housing options ranging from $200k to $250k.
Kelview Heights offers affordable housing options ranging from $200k to $250k.
The newer brick homes in Kelview Heights add a fresh look to this well-established area.
The newer brick homes in Kelview Heights add a fresh look to this well-established area.
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Close to Midland Memorial Hospital

Big Spring Street runs alongside Kelview Heights and leads to downtown Midland, about a 2.5-mile drive. It links to key arteries in the area like Wall Street as well, which leads to Interstate 20 Business Loop and Midland International Air & Space Port, 12 miles away. Big Spring is also a connection to Louisiana Avenue and Midland Memorial Hospital, 3 miles away. Multiple stops for the city’s EZ-Rider bus system are nearby.

Midland Memorial Hospital near Kelview Heights provides top-notch medical care.
Midland Memorial Hospital near Kelview Heights provides top-notch medical care.
Locals rely on EZ Rider for convenient transportation around Kelview Heights.
Locals rely on EZ Rider for convenient transportation around Kelview Heights.
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Locals can bring a big appetite to Big Spring Street

In addition to being a transportation link, Big Spring Street is lined with restaurants and other businesses. They include Rosa's Café & Tortilla Factory, part of a well-regarded Texas-based Mexican food chain, and La Bodega Mexican, known for its nachos. Locals can grab essentials at Super Mercado or Dollar Tree; Walgreens and CVS are also nearby. The community has a pair of neighboring churches as well: Kelview Heights Baptist Church and Living Way Foursquare.

Kelview Heights locals shop for fresh produce at Super Mercado every week.
Kelview Heights locals shop for fresh produce at Super Mercado every week.
Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory in Kelview Heights serves up fresh and flavorful Mexican dishes.
Rosa's Cafe & Tortilla Factory in Kelview Heights serves up fresh and flavorful Mexican dishes.
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Fannin Elementary features music and fine arts programs

The Midland Independent School District has a C-plus overall rating on Niche. Fannin Elementary has a B-minus rating, serves area kids in kindergarten through sixth grade and offers music and fine arts programs. The C-plus-rated San Jacinto Junior High carries students through eighth grade and offers courses in STEM and hospitality and tourism. Midland Freshman High has a C-plus grade and includes human services and education and journalism and broadcasting programs. Midland Senior High is C-plus-rated, too, and offers academies in business, health science and petroleum.

Midland High School
Midland High School
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San Jacinto
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Walking distance to Sidwell Park

Many Kelview Heights residents are within walking distance of Sidwell Park, a 5-acre space with a covered play area and a soccer field. A bit farther are the adjacent Windlands Park and Tumbleweed Park. Windlands features an 18-hole disc golf course and Tumbleweed has a walking track around a large open field.

Sidewell Park provides a great spot for outdoor fun.
Sidewell Park provides a great spot for outdoor fun.
Kelview Heights locals enjoy peaceful walks at Wadley Barron Park.
Kelview Heights locals enjoy peaceful walks at Wadley Barron Park.
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Nearby events including a Fourth of July celebration at downtown’s Centennial Park

Midland’s annual calendar is filled with a variety of holiday events and other programming. Among them is a four-day-long Juneteenth celebration at Washington Park, about 4 miles from Kelview Heights. The festivities include a pool party and a parade. Other events range from a nighttime Christmas parade in early December that starts at Windlands Park to a Fourth of July celebration at Centennial Park, 2 miles away, that features live music, a beer garden and fireworks.

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Transit

Airport

Midland International Air And Space Port

21 min drive

Kelview Heights Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$225,000
Median Sale Price
$225,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$180

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
71
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1952
Months of Supply
6.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,754
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
468
Median Age
38
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$101,408
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$103,484

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.7%
College Graduates
35.7%
Advanced Degrees
4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.7%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
96°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

73 / 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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