North Odessa neighborhood near many recreational opportunities
Six miles north of Downtown Odessa and just south of the Odessa-Schlemeyer Field Airport sits the tucked-away neighborhood of Sunset Heights. Along the gridded streets of Sunset Heights, residents live in ranch-style and mobile homes that sit on spacious plots of land. “It’s more off the grid,” says Yvonne Rosas, a Realtor with eXp Realty. “It’s for people who want their privacy.” While the neighborhood is primarily residential, it’s surrounded by so much. “Sunset Heights is a hub in the middle of it all,” Rosas says. Nearby is the popular Sherwood Park, which offers a variety of recreational opportunities, along with Ratliff Stadium, the host of both Odessa and Permian High School football games. The proximity to restaurants and golf courses also adds to the neighborhood's appeal.
Commercial lots intermix residential homes in Sunset Heights of Odessa.
Dorothy L. Murphy Park has picnic shaded benches in Odessa.
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Ranch-style and mobile homes with carports
As prospective residents drive down the rural-feel streets of Sunset Heights, they’ll pass by ranch-style and mobile homes on the end of dirt and gravel driveways. Many of these homes are accompanied by short fences and carports out front. Homes here have sold for between $190,000 and $300,000. Sidewalks are not available in Sunset Heights, so residents rely on cars to get around.
Sunset Heights residential streets are mixed with ranch and manufactured homes.
Affordable ranch homes may have paved driveways and lawns in Sunset Heights.
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Six miles to Downtown Odessa and 15 miles to Midland
Downtown Odessa is a 6-mile drive south of Sunset Heights, while Midland is 15 miles away. While the Midland Odessa Urban Transit District bus system, otherwise known as the EZ-Rider, doesn’t have a stop in the neighborhood, residents can make the 1-mile walk to 52nd Street and utilize it from there. The Midland Air & Space Port is a 15-mile drive from Sunset Heights, while the Medical Center Hospital is 5 miles away.
Odessa's EZ Rider has bus stops a mile south of Sunset Heights.
Ector County Library is located in Downtown Odessa.
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Famous football program at Permian High School
Students in Sunset Heights are assigned to the Ector County Independent School District. Starting in kindergarten, children attend Ross Elementary before moving to Wilson & Young Medal of Honor Middle School in sixth grade. Both schools receive a C grade from Niche. From there, students attend Permian High School, known for its football program, which was the subject of the Friday Night Lights book and film. The program has also won six Texas state championships. Permian High earns a C-plus grade from Niche.
Permian High School Panthers are football State Champions.
Ross Elementary's vision promotes student-led learning.
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Sweet treats at Fat Jack’s Bakery
“Sunset Heights is a hop, skip and a jump from so much,” Rosas says. “Fat Jacks is a popular bakery with wonderful lemon drop cookies.” The bakery, which is 1 mile west of Sunset Heights, along with cookies, offers cinnamon rolls, brownies and other tasty treats. Corky’s Bar and Grill is near Fat Jack's and offers Mexican food favorites, including enchiladas, tacos and burritos. Corky’s also has live music and an outdoor patio. For shopping, residents make the 4-mile trip to the Music City Mall, anchored by stores like JCPenney and Dillard’s, offering entertainment like live music and a roller-skating rink. Groceries can be picked up at the H-E-B, 3 miles off 42nd Street.
Fat Jack's Bakery is very popular with Odessa locals.
Lowes and HEB are the main local supermarkets near Sunsent Heights.
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Summer fun at Sherwood Park’s Aquatic Center
When locals want to get active, they head to Sherwood Park, 2 miles away. Visitors can swim at the park’s aquatic center with a giant slide, a lazy river and a splash pad play area. The park also has many soccer fields, baseball fields, a skate park and a playground. Dorothy L. Murphy Park is an open green space near the neighborhood, offering visitors a place to throw a frisbee. Lawndale Park is 4 miles north of the neighborhood, which offers a playground and a walking trail along with the Lawndale Community Center.
Odessa's Ruben Pier Memorial Skate Park has shaded canopies to rest between skating runs.
Sherwood Park of Odessa has an octopus in its aquatic themed playground.
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From the 4th of July Fandango to the Parade of Lights
While Sunset Heights doesn’t have its own community events, the City of Odessa puts on events throughout the year to keep the community engaged. The 4th of July Fandango is one of the most popular events, boasting a car show, food and market vendors and fireworks to top it off. During the winter, the city puts on the Parade of Lights celebration, which includes free hot chocolate.
The campus of UTPB is five miles east of Sunset Heights.
Odessa oil fields make for most of the economy and work around Sunset Heights.
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A pair of golf options nearby
Residents who enjoy an afternoon on a golf course have a couple of public options nearby. Sunset Golf and Country Club offers a Par 3, nine-hole course, and an 18-hole regulation course. The club is 4 miles north of Sunset Heights. Just 2 miles east is the Ratliff Ranch Golf Links, which has a regulation 18-hole course along the Linx Bar & Grill for a post-round meal.
Sunset Golf offer golf and a popular local lounge to Odessa residents.
Sunset Heights residents enjoy an afternoon Ratliff Ranch Golf Links.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,290
Median Age
35
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,749
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,623
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.4%
College Graduates
10.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64%
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®
34/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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