Why Live in Fabens
Fabens is a quiet, rural farming community located about 35 miles south of El Paso. Known for its slower-paced lifestyle, Fabens features a lot of open land and a strong sense of community. While nightlife and major entertainment options require a trip to El Paso, local mom-and-pop restaurants provide a cozy dining experience. Housing options include traditional ranch-style, adobe-style, and manufactured homes, mostly built in the mid to late 20th century. The area is more affordable compared to nearby regions, attracting buyers looking for budget-friendly options. The Fabens Independent School District serves the area, with schools like Fabens Elementary, Fabens Middle, and Fabens High, which offers the Cotton Valley Early College Program for students to earn an Associate of Arts degree alongside their high school diploma. The local Fabens Airport handles minimal daily air traffic, ensuring a quiet environment, while El Paso International Airport is less than 30 miles away. For healthcare, the Hospitals of Providence Horizon City Campus is within 25 miles. Grocery shopping is convenient with San Eli Supermarket and Carreras Produce and Groceries offering a variety of essentials. Dining highlights include Cattleman’s Steakhouse at Indian Cliffs Ranch, Pop’s Better Burger, and Beans and Burritos. Recreational options include Risinger Park with its all-abilities playground and Fabens Veterans Park, which features a skate park, basketball court, baseball field, and seasonal swimming pool.
Home Trends in Fabens, TX
On average, homes in Fabens, TX sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Fabens, TX over the last 12 months is $169,000, up 72% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$169,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$152,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$196
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$167,499
Median Change From 1st List Price
11%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
72%