Why Live in San Juan
San Juan has always been about access. The residential neighborhood is just north of Alameda Avenue, El Paso’s main highway in the 1950s. The city developed outward from there — first centrally, where the community is, then to the west, and in more recent years, to the east. Today, San Juan calls Interstate 10 its northern border, giving residents access to El Paso’s growing list of amenities. “It still has a good location and good prices, and people like those older homes,” says Albert Aguilar, a Realtor with Mary Aguilar Realtors. Neighborhood homes are Mediterranean influenced with stucco or brick exteriors, two to four bedrooms and carports. Most were built in the 1950s and 1960s. Prices typically range from $130,000 to $175,000, well below the city average. Investment properties are also available, usually from $70,000 to $200,000. Community streets often have sidewalks on both sides, and streetlights are frequent. Roadside mailboxes are rare, with mail often delivered to front doors instead. While some front lawns use grass, most use gravel or stones. Yards can still feature bushes or small trees. Students are served by the El Paso Independent School District. They can
Frequently Asked Questions
Is San Juan a good place to live?
San Juan is a good place to live. San Juan is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. San Juan is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. San Juan has 1 park for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.4 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $30,130 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 7.3% of residents. A majority of residents in San Juan are renters, with 52.1% of residents renting and 47.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving San Juan can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
San Juan neighborhood guide.
Is San Juan, TX a safe neighborhood?
San Juan, TX is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in San Juan?
The median home price in San Juan is $146,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $29,200 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $720 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $31K a year to afford the median home price in San Juan. The average household income in San Juan is $30K.
What are the best public schools in San Juan?
The best public schools that serve San Juan are:
What are the best private schools in San Juan?
The best private schools that serve San Juan are:
- Radford School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Loretto Academy has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Father Yermo High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
What are the most popular zip codes in San Juan, El Paso, TX?
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Are home prices dropping in San Juan?
Yes, home prices in San Juan are down 9% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in San Juan, TX
On average, homes in San Juan, El Paso sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in San Juan, El Paso over the last 12 months is $116,250, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$116,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$136,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$139
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$146,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%