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Downtown Tyler

Downtown Tyler

$217,270 Average Value
$839 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

Newly revitalized city center

A group of concerned Tyler citizens banded together in the 1980s to revitalize a downtown in decline. Thanks to the efforts of the group known as Heart of Tyler, Downtown Tyler has experienced a rebirth, with new businesses moving to the area, restaurants and bars buzzing on nights and weekends, and new townhouses and apartment complexes are filling up with newcomers, many of whom have escaped Dallas in search of a small-town lifestyle. “A lot of folks know each other here, volunteer together, help each other out. It's a very tight-knit community," says John Landes, a managing partner with Fourth Point Real Estate and longtime Tyler resident. “Tyler is not a travel-through town. People seek it out to live and work here.”

Downtown Tyler is nestled in surrounded by mature trees and brick streets.
Downtown Tyler is nestled in surrounded by mature trees and brick streets.
The Heart of Tyler art sculpture respresents the revitalization in the neighborhood.
The Heart of Tyler art sculpture respresents the revitalization in the neighborhood.
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Downtown Tyler has many exciting restaurants to choose from

Residents in Downtown Tyler get to take full advantage of its proximity to many locally-owned restaurants. The most well-known is Rick's on the Square, a neighborhood staple since 1992 that serves American classics like steak, burgers and seafood. It offers a full bar and live music most nights of the week. The Foundry Coffee House serves coffee from local roaster Porch Culture and strives to provide the community with a place to hang out. For something a little stronger, many head to ETX Brewing Company, a family-owned microbrewery that has been serving the community since 2017 and offers local craft beer, burgers, sandwiches and salads. Shopping is limited in the neighborhood, so residents drive a few miles down Broadway Avenue to pick up groceries at Brookshires and essentials at Walmart and Target.

The glistening sunset along West Erwin lends to the beauty of the historic Downtown Tyler.
The glistening sunset along West Erwin lends to the beauty of the historic Downtown Tyler.
Downtown Tyler's Black Pearl is the perfect place to meet up with friends.
Downtown Tyler's Black Pearl is the perfect place to meet up with friends.
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New townhouses available on West Erwin Street

Downtown Tyler mainly consists of office buildings, churches and local government. Still, there are some small, fixer-upper bungalows with two or three bedrooms, priced between $100,000 and $150,000. There are larger houses, too, many of which were converted to multi-family residences. The streets in these residential pockets usually still feature vintage brick pavers, with wide sidewalks lining them. The West Oak Townhomes complex on West Erwin Street offers more housing options, with three-bedroom townhouses built in 2022 and priced between $375,000 and $395,000.

The West Oak Townhomes complex on West Erwin Street offers modern living.
The West Oak Townhomes complex on West Erwin Street offers modern living.
Find a mix of Tudor and Craftsman style homes in Downtown Tyler.
Find a mix of Tudor and Craftsman style homes in Downtown Tyler.
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Residents get fresh air and exercise at Fun Forest Park

Fun Forest Park is close by and offers tennis and basketball courts, where friends challenge each other to matches, soccer and baseball fields that buzz with excitement on the weekends, a playground and plenty of places to stay cool during the summer, like a pool and a “sprayground” for kids. The famous Caldwell Zoo is also nearby, an 85-acre park with more than 2,000 animals from North and South America and Africa. The Tyler Public Library is also in the neighborhood and offers weekly events for toddlers, tweens and teens.

The playground at Fun forest Park can keep the kids busy for hours.
The playground at Fun forest Park can keep the kids busy for hours.
Famous for their roses, Tyler Rose Garden is a place to spend an afternoon near Downtown Tyler.
Famous for their roses, Tyler Rose Garden is a place to spend an afternoon near Downtown Tyler.
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The Red Dirt BBQ and Music Festival and The Rose Festival are two major annual events

The city offers many annual events for residents, including the Red Dirt BBQ and Music Festival, which spans two days and offers live music with an array of local barbecue to sample. The event draws thousands of attendees from across Texas and from neighboring states. The Texas Rose Festival is another popular event, which takes place each October and includes a parade, a craft fair and ceremonial events like the Queen’s Coronation. High school football reigns during the fall when residents flock to games between rivals Tyler High and Tyler Legacy High. “It doesn’t matter how good the teams are that year, the games will sell out,” Landes says. “There have definitely been some words shared and blood shed.”

Stop by  Tyler Legacy High School and check out the football team during one of their games.
Stop by Tyler Legacy High School and check out the football team during one of their games.
During the Rose Festival, crowds flock the gardens near Downtown Tyler.
During the Rose Festival, crowds flock the gardens near Downtown Tyler.
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Moore Middle School gives kids a comprehensive education with a focus on science, math and technolog

The Tyler Independent School District serves Downtown Tyler, and many kids begin their education at Bonner Elementary School, which has a B on Niche. From there, they head to Moore Middle School for sixth through eighth grade. Moore Middle is a math, science and technology magnet school that is also a comprehensive middle school, offering students a well-rounded experience. It has a B-plus rating on Niche and serves about 1,100 students. Students usually attend Tyler High School, which has a B-minus on Niche. A few faith-based schools serve the area for families considering private education for their kids.

The magnet program at Moore Middle is one of the best in Tyler ISD.
The magnet program at Moore Middle is one of the best in Tyler ISD.
Tyler High School serves 9th through 12th grades.
Tyler High School serves 9th through 12th grades.
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Two major hospitals nearby

The UT Health Tyler Hospital is located in Midtown Tyler, just south of the neighborhood, along with Mary Frances Hospital, a Catholic health service run by CHRISTUS Health.

Mary Frances Hospital, a Catholic health service run by CHRISTUS Health is near Downtown Tyler.
Mary Frances Hospital, a Catholic health service run by CHRISTUS Health is near Downtown Tyler.
The UT Health Tyler Hospital is located in Midtown Tyler, just south of Downtown Tyler.
The UT Health Tyler Hospital is located in Midtown Tyler, just south of Downtown Tyler.
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West Gentry Parkway leads to Interstate 20

Most residents use cars to get around, but Tyler Transit bus stops are available along North Broadway Avenue and West Ferguson Street for those who take public transportation. Those traveling to Dallas take West Gentry Parkway to Interstate 20, then head west about 100 miles.

Many Downtown Tyler locals use cars to get around, but Tyler Transit bus stops are available.
Many Downtown Tyler locals use cars to get around, but Tyler Transit bus stops are available.
Downtown Tyler mainly consists of office buildings, churches and local government offices.
Downtown Tyler mainly consists of office buildings, churches and local government offices.
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Transit

Airport

Tyler Pounds Regional

15 min drive

Bus

Tyler

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Downtown Tyler US
Homicide 7 4
Sexual Assault 7 4
Assault with Weapon 9 4
Robbery 8 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 8 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 8 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Downtown Tyler Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$1,025,000
Median Sale Price
$1,025,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,025,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$839

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
100
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1930
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,605
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,924

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
1,684
Median Age
37
Population under 18
18.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$35,372
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$46,954

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
74.4%
College Graduates
7.9%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.4%
% Population in Labor Force
31.2%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

72 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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