Older neighborhood close to downtown and McKinney Park
The residential neighborhood of Waddell sits between downtown Odessa and one of the area's most popular spaces, McKinney Park. The neighborhood is an older part of town that is on the upswing. "The city is helping revitalize some of these neighborhoods," says Yvonne Rosas, a realtor with eXp Realty, who has over five years of experience selling homes in Odessa. Homes in the area tend to be less expensive, with the median sale price at about $169,000 compared to $349,000 for the City of Odessa. Zavala Elementary and Ector College Prep Middle schools are within walking distance.
Waddell is a great place to raise a family in Texas.
Waddell residents con go fish at the McKinney Park pond on the other side of the park.
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Mid-century ranch-style and cottage homes
Roadways throughout the neighborhood offer enough space for street parking without disrupting traffic flow. Oak trees in various shapes and sizes dot the lawns of Waddell. Houses built in the mid-1900s tend to be more modest and sit on lots between 6,000 and 8,000 square feet. Mid-century ranch-style homes and traditional cottages are seen throughout Waddell, typically ranging in price from around $100,000 to $200,000. "A lot of the homes and buildings are older and are very small," Rosas says.
Waddell homes are all individual and original constructions.
Waddell is a perfect place to work and retire.
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Over 300,000 Christmas lights at McKinney Park during the holidays
The neighborhood is about 1 mile north of McKinney Park, one of the largest parks in Odessa. McKinney hosts a month-long celebration during the holiday season. Over 300,000 Christmas lights shine throughout the park, and residents can walk or drive to see it every night in December. During the other 11 months of the year, McKinney basketball courts, baseball fields and the Commanche Trail – a 2-mile paved pathway lined with trees – get a lot of use. The playground is a hit all year round, and the sprayground is a good place to cool off in the summer, while parents relax at the nearby picnic tables. "It was one of the more popular parks, especially for kids and families," says Daisy Rodriquez, Administrative Assistant with the Odessa Parks and Recreation department. Salinas Park is closer to the neighborhood and offers an open green space next to a modest playground and a basketball court.
Walking distance to Zavala Elementary and Ector College Prep
Waddell students are part of the Ector County Independent School District. Education begins at Zavala Elementary School, which receives a C from Niche and is within walking distance of the neighborhood. As of the fall of 2024, Zavala Elementary offers pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Ector College Prep Middle School gets a C-minus rating and is also within walking distance of Waddell, just a few blocks down Clements Street from Zavala Elementary. Teenagers attend Odessa High, a C-rated high school. Odessa High is a crosstown rival of Permian High, and both schools share Ratliff Stadium for home football games.
Zavala Magnet Elementary School offers English as as second language and Title I programs.
Ector College Prep vision is to inspire and challenge students to develop the necessary skills.
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Restaurant options along South Crane Avenue
Waddell residents don't have to go far to find local shops and restaurants. A few blocks away, along South Crane Avenue, are several restaurants, including Mr. Menudo. The Mexican restaurant is known for its spicy menudo, a traditional Spanish and Mexican soup. El Taco Tako is an eatery that only takes cash and has served up Mexican favorites for over 40 years. Further down Crane Avenue is Emilio's Paleteria, serving sweet treats like paletas and ice cream. Lowe’s La Tienda is the closest grocery store to the neighborhood. Big-name stores like H-E-B and Walmart are about 6 miles north on Highway 338.
Waddell residents have plenty of fast food joint to pick from on Highway 385
Waddell is well served by its Tako Taco drive through Mexican restaurant.
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Waddell is a great place to work and retire just a mile away from Odessa.
1 mile from downtown Odessa
The neighborhood is about 1 mile from downtown Odessa and Medical Center Hospital, the nearest medical facility. The Midland Odessa Urban Transit District bus system, otherwise known as EZ-Rider, can be accessed from a couple of bus stops along Wilson Street. Midland International Air and Space Port airport is about 13 miles East along E Business Loop 20, less than a mile away.
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Parks in this Area
McKinney Park
Salinas Community Park
Transit
Airport
Midland International Air And Space Port
21 min drive
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
8
Median Year Built
1940
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
756
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
532
Median Age
32
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$53,932
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$76,905
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
57%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
1.5%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
65.8%
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®
29/ 100
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