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Central District

Central District

$152,744 Average Value
$150 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Quaint neighborhood near the heart of Town

Temple’s centrally located and appropriately named Central District is one of the more convenient neighborhoods in town, offering residents easy access to the most important parts of town. The low-key neighborhood is surrounded by restaurants and retail, has its own on-ramp to Interstate 35, and is a short drive to both the local train station and the local airport.

“It’s great being close to Downtown,” says local Realtor Zachary Backor of Keeping it Realty. “There are always new restaurants coming in, and you’ve got the H-E-B right there. And if you need to get around, the train station, the interstate, the airport, they’re all easy to get to.
Many homes in the Central District have large yards with lush foliage.
Many homes in the Central District have large yards with lush foliage.

Midcentury ranches and whatnot

Most homes in the Central District were built in the mid to late 20th century. Ranch-style homes and split-levels are common, and there are a few early-20th-century cottages in the neighborhood as well. More recently, plots have been redeveloped into modern Craftsman-style homes. The median sale price for a home in the neighborhood is $105,000, while the average floorplan offers about 1,430 square feet of interior space. Modern homes in the neighborhood tend to sell for a bit more than that, typically in the $175,000 to $275,000 range. Throughout the neighborhood’s residential blocks, streets are lined with tall shade trees and well-maintained yards.
Temple High School welcomes you with a massive wildcat statue, the symbol of the school.
Temple High School welcomes you with a massive wildcat statue, the symbol of the school.

Temple High’s excellent theater program

The public schools in the Central District are administered by the Temple Independent School District. Nearby Kennedy-Powell Elementary has a B-plus grade on Niche, while Lamar Middle School has a B-minus on the site. Temple High splits the difference with a B rating and is known for its award-winning theater department.

Whistle Stop Park and the train museum

There are a number of city parks in and around the Central District. Spots like Wilson Park and Wilson Recreation Center offer ample opportunities for residents to get a bit of exercise. The city’s Whistle Stop Park is a popular stop for families with children, offering a railroad-themed playground as well as the Temple Railroad Museum, which celebrates the town’s historical ties to the railroad.
Whistle Stop Playground is located in downtown Temple, TX.
Whistle Stop Playground is located in downtown Temple, TX.
Whistle Stop Playground is located in downtown Temple, TX.
Whistle Stop Playground is located in downtown Temple, TX.
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Shop HEB for farm fresh produce.
Shop HEB for farm fresh produce.

Nearby H-E-B Supermarket

Locals looking to pick up groceries don’t even have to leave the neighborhood—they can head to the H-E-B supermarket at the center of the Central District. For other amenities, residents need only drive a couple of miles down I-35, which runs along the neighborhood, to Temple Mall, where they’ll find an array of department stores and smaller shops.

The neighborhood is home to a number of restaurants and more can be found in nearby Downtown Temple. 1st Street Roasters is a highly rated breakfast and coffee spot in the neighborhood, while those looking for something a little more filling can check out the authentic Texas grilling at Clem Mikeska’s Bar-B-Q Steakhouse or Jody’s Restaurant’s famous burgers

Nearby Interstate and Amtrak Station

Getting around central Texas is a fairly easy process for residents of the Central District. The I-35 connects the neighborhood to Waco, 36 miles to the north, and Austin, 65 miles to the south. The neighborhood is also bordered by the Temple Train station, where locals can catch a direct Amtrak to San Antonio, Austin and Dallas.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Killeen Municipal

28 min drive

Bus

Temple

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Central District US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 7 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Central District Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$392,450
Median Sale Price
$351,166
Median Single Family Sale Price
$375,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
13%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$150

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
259
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1945
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,097
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

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
926
Median Age
36
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$37,348
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$47,664

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
63.9%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
2.4%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
61.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
36°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

30 / 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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