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Del Rio witnesses Odessa’s growth
Del Rio sits on the south side of Odessa – one of the city’s oldest parts – about 2 miles from Downtown. “That was the original Odessa,” says Earl Anderson, Realtor with Heritage Real Estate, who has lived and worked in the area for over 40 years. Since it was built in the mid-20th century, the neighborhood has witnessed Odessa come into its own as a leader in the oil and gas industry. The city is at the heart of the Permian Basin, which is rich in petroleum, potassium and natural gas. Odessa’s oil fields employ nearly one-fourth of residents, and most are accessible by Interstate 20, which is south of the neighborhood.
Del Rio is located in the South side the city, about two miles from downtown.
Del Rio is a great place to retire, away from the bustling city. .
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Houses typically sell within 33 days
Sidewalks line the streets of Del Rio, interrupted by wide driveways that can lead to carports. The roads also have plenty of room for street parking. Homes either sit on concrete lots or small grassy lawns dotted with oak, pine and towering cypress trees. There is a good stock of manufactured and ranch-style homes from the 1940s and '50s. “They were built at a time when Odessa was a new, young city,” Anderson says. A few of the older builds have been replaced with post-2000 single-story brick homes. Single-family properties average about 1,800 square feet, about 100 square feet below the national average. Houses in need of repairs may list between $50,000 and $60,000, and updated residences generally sell from $170,000 and $240,000.
Del Rio is a nice place to raise a family.
Most of Del Rio homes homes are unique.
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Nearby restaurants include authentic Mexican cuisine
When residents want to enjoy a nice dinner out, they have of a variety of options within 1 mile. “There’s one really good Mexican restaurant called La Margarita,” Anderson says. “It’s very authentic, very good and reasonably priced.” La Margarita also hosts an annual First Responder Breakfast, honoring emergency responders in the community. Watts Burgers has been serving its classic hamburgers since the 1950s. There are more options Downtown, including Rooster’s Diner. The closest grocery store is Lowe’s La Tienda. Walmart, Target and Home Depot are about 5 miles away, near the Music City Mall. The mall has major retailers, such as JCPenney and At Home, as well as an indoor roller rink, Rock N’ Rink.
La Margarita mexican restaurant proudly serves the Del Rio neighborhood.
Del Rio locals can drive into Downtown to get some of the best tacos in Texas.
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Neighboring elementary school offers STEAM program
Del Rio is part of the Ector County Independent School District. Blackshear Elementary School receives a C-minus from Niche. Pre-kindergarten through fifth-grade students can apply for Hays STEAM Academy, which is less than 1 mile from the neighborhood and earns a B-plus. After completing an online application and passing an entrance exam, young learners are taught with a focus on science, technology, engineering, arts and math. Nimitz Middle School has a B-minus, and Permian High School has a C-plus. The high school’s football team, the Panthers, is a point of pride for the city. “There’s a heck of a rivalry between Permian and Odessa,” Anderson says. For higher education, students can apply to Odessa College, with more than 120 associate degrees and certificate programs, or The University of Texas Permian Basin, which has over 50 undergraduate programs. Both campuses are about 4 miles away.
Permian High School has a great curriculum for tis students.
El Magnet At Hays provides a safe and secure learning environment.
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Del Rio surrounded by parks
Residents are only a few miles from a handful of Odessa’s parks. Woodson Park is less than 1 mile north of the neighborhood. There, folks can play a game of soccer or basketball while kids run around the playground. The park’s aquatic center is open during summer. Its amenities include a water slide, pool and sprayground. McKinney Park, about 2 miles away, has a baseball field and tennis courts. Comanche Trail goes through McKinney and crosses the street, ending in its own park with a fishing pond. The nearby Boys and Girls Club offers art clubs and classes, afterschool programs and field trips for its members.
Del Rio parents take their kids for practice to the Woodson Park.
Del Rio residents have plenty of open space to walk the dog.
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Starbright Village is holiday tradition
Every December, McKinney Park transforms into Starbright Village, one of Odessa’s favorite traditions. “Starbright Village has got something for everyone,” says Anderson. Folks can drive or stroll through lit-up sculptures of cowboys, reindeer and other holiday symbols while sipping on hot chocolate. Santa sets up shop at Santa Land in the village on Fridays and Saturdays. However, before the gates officially open, the community comes together for the tree-lighting ceremony, where local dance groups and school choirs perform.
Del Rio is near Interstate 20
Like the rest of Odessa, Del Rio is a car-dependent community. Residents can reach U.S. Route 385 – also known as Grant Avenue – and Interstate 20 within 1 mile. “The interstate is so accessible to the whole town,” Anderson says. It connects Odessa with neighboring Midland, about 21 miles away. EZ-Rider has a bus route along Avenida De Mexico and Terlingua Avenue. Midland International Air & Space Port is about 12 miles away. Both Odessa Regional Medical Center and Medical Center Hospital offer health care about 2 miles away.
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On average, homes in Del Rio, Odessa sell after 206 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Del Rio, Odessa over the last 12 months is $175,000, up 237% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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