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Salt of the earth Odessa neighborhood
Burnett Heights is a residential area in southside Odessa, about 2 miles from Downtown. “That’s just a salt of the earth, hard-working neighborhood,” says Ricky Warnick, Realtor and property manager with The Sales Team Realtors, who grew up in the community. Many residents work in the oil and gas industry, which makes up one-fourth of the city’s major employers. Odessa sits in the heart of the Permian Basin, which is rich in potassium, petroleum and natural gas. Its role in the oil and gas industry led 1PointFive, a subsidiary of Occidental Petroleum, to build its $1 billion carbon capture facility in Odessa. The neighborhood is on the edge of Interstate 20, which makes it easy for folks to get to work.
Burnett Heights is a quiet and peaceful little neighborhood in Odessa.
Burnett Heights is a safe and secure neighborhood.
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Interstate 20 creates easy travel
Like the rest of Odessa, Burnett Heights is car dependent. Grant Avenue, which overlaps U.S. Route 385, connects the neighborhood to Downtown. Interstate 20 borders the southern part of the community, allowing residents to access the nearby city of Midland, about 20 miles away, or the oil fields for work. “It’s easy to get in and out of that neighborhood,” Warnick says. EZ-Rider has a bus route along Monahans Street that goes Downtown. Midland International Air & Space Port is about a 12-mile drive. Medical Center Hospital and Odessa Regional Medical Center are about 2 miles away.
Burnett Heights is well connected to Midland by way of the I-20.
Burnett Heights is connected to the greater Texas by the I-20 and Highway 385.
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Locally owned eateries along Grant Avenue
There are several eateries in the area. One of Warnick’s childhood favorites is Watts Burger, which has been serving burgers and steak fingers since the 1950s. Many of the restaurants in the area are family-owned Mexican places. “My truck won’t hardly go by one of those restaurants without going out of control into the parking lot,” Warnick says, laughing. One such restaurant is La Margarita, which hosts an annual breakfast for first responders. There are more options Downtown, including the Permian Basin Hamburger Co. The closest grocery store is Lowe’s La Tienda. Walmart, Target and Lowe’s are about 6 miles away, near the Music City Mall. The mall has major retailers, such as JCPenney, and Rock N’ Rink, an indoor roller rink.
Grant Avenue
Watts Burger proudly serves the Burnet Heights area.
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Homeowners and renters in Burnett Heights
Sidewalks line the streets of Burnett Heights, leading from homes to the neighborhood park in the north. Grassy lawns are dotted with oak and pine trees and are often fenced in. Many residents have driveways, although the wide roads provide ample parking space. “Southside Odessa is relatively old,” Warnick says. Most homes are ranch styles built between the 1940s and 1960s. Prices for a three-bedroom can range from $75,000 to $150,000. There are several leased properties in the area, with rent falling between $1,000 and $1,500 a month.
Burnett Heights is a safe and secure neighborhood.
Burnett Heights is a great place to raise a family in Odessa, Texas.
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O’Connor Park is small neighborhood park
Folks can walk to O’Conner Park, a small neighborhood park in the northern part of Burnett Heights. Kids can climb on the playground or run around the open field. For a little more space, families can head to nearby McKinney Park. This park has a sprayground in the summertime. Comanche Trail is a tree-lined, 2-mile walking path that runs through McKinney Park. The Ector County Library is about 2 miles away and hosts programs for all ages, including Read to Felix, where younger readers can practice their skills with a therapy dog.
McKinney Park becomes winter wonderland
Every December, McKinney Park becomes Odessa’s winter wonderland, Starbright Village. The first weekend kicks off with a tree-lighting ceremony, with carolers, food trucks and holiday-themed activities. Reindeer, candy canes and other holiday symbols are made from over 300,000 light bulbs. Locals can stroll or drive through the glittering displays, keeping warm with a cup of hot cocoa. On Friday and Saturday nights, kids can visit Santa Land and tell Saint Nick their wish list.
Permian Panthers have “MOJO”
The Ector County Independent School District serves the Burnett Heights neighborhood. Blackshear Elementary School receives a C-minus, while Bonham Junior High School has a C. Permian High School earns a C-plus. The school’s football team, the Permian Panthers, have a unique rallying cry: “MOJO.” While the origins and meaning of MOJO are still debated, one leading theory is that it means “never say die.” The team is always going to give more than 100% and will always win. Odessa College, about 3 miles away, is a community college that offers nearly 120 associate degrees and certificate programs. The University of Texas Permian Basin is about 5 miles away and has over 30 undergraduate and 20 graduate degree programs.
Permian High School offers advanced placement coursework to its students.
Bonham Middle School proudly features the owl as its mascot.
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On average, homes in Burnett Heights, Odessa sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Burnett Heights, Odessa over the last 12 months is $205,000, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$205,000
Median Sale Price
$205,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$205,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$141
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
45
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1952
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,588
Below the national average
1,925
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
622
Median Age
33
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$33,949
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,664
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
66.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
3.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.4%
% Population in Labor Force
67.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
44/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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