Why Live in Waddell
Waddell, a neighborhood in Odessa, features mid-century ranch-style homes and traditional cottages, typically built in the mid-1900s, on lots ranging from 6,000 to 8,000 square feet. The area is characterized by its spacious roadways and oak tree-dotted lawns. Residents enjoy proximity to McKinney Park, located about 1 mile south, which offers basketball courts, baseball fields, a 2-mile paved pathway, and a popular sprayground. Salinas Park, closer to Waddell, provides a modest playground and basketball court. Dining options along South Crane Avenue include Mr. Menudo, known for its spicy menudo, and El Taco Tako, a cash-only eatery with over 40 years of history. Emilio's Paleteria offers sweet treats like paletas and ice cream. Grocery shopping is convenient with Lowe’s La Tienda nearby, while larger stores like H-E-B and Walmart are about 6 miles north. The neighborhood is approximately 1 mile from downtown Odessa and Medical Center Hospital, with EZ-Rider bus stops along Wilson Street providing public transit options. Midland International Air and Space Port is about 13 miles east. Waddell is part of the Ector County Independent School District.