On the western edge of El Paso’s Lower Valley, the residential streets of Shawver Park gather in rows along the U.S.-Mexico border, separated from Ciudad Juárez by the Rio Grande and the Cesar E. Chavez Border Highway. The area dates to the late 17th century, when several Spanish missions were established along the river. “Most of the land in that area was farmland, and then farmers decided that their land is worth more being used for residential and commercial development, so they’ve been selling it off,” says Charlie Clark, broker and owner of Century 21 Clark Brothers, Inc. “I’ve been here 60 years now, and I’ve seen that kind of growth.” Ten miles separate the neighborhood from downtown El Paso, but access to major highways makes it easy to get around. Glimpses of the neighborhood’s agricultural roots are still visible in J.P. Shawver Park, the green space that occupies a large band of land near the Mexican border.
Shawver Park is located right along the U.S.-Mexico border.
Shawver Park sits in the heart of El Paso's Lower Valley.
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Shotgun-style homes hidden behind trees
Shawver Park is a predominantly residential neighborhood, with single-family homes and apartments making up more than 80 percent of the property mix. Brick ranch-style, adobe, and shotgun-style houses occupy small lots tucked behind rows of trees. Some properties include shaded carports or decorative fencing. Homes in the neighborhood are typically priced between $150,000 and $300,000 and tend to sell quickly when they go on the market.
Homes in Shawver Park range from single-family houses to cozy apartments.
Adobe-style homes add character to the Shawver Park neighborhood.
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Swimming and shady pines at J.P. Shawver Park
The neighborhood’s namesake park occupies a wedge of land near the Cesar E. Chavez Border Highway. Ringed by stout pines, J.P. Shawver Park features a baseball field, picnic tables and a small playground. Tennis and basketball courts offer more opportunities for organized sports, and the William W. Cowan Aquatic Center, an indoor swimming facility, is also within the park.
Diamond delights await at Shawver Park's baseball fields.
Enjoy swimming year-round at William W. Cowan Swimming Pool in Shawver Park.
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Student life in Shawver Park
Students in Shawver Park join the Ysleta Independent School District. In 2024, the district earned the highest score for overall academic performance in the El Paso region — the third consecutive year — according to the Texas Education Agency. Pasodale Elementary School, which is right in the neighborhood, earns a B from Niche. Ysleta Middle School, rated C-plus, is a short drive south in Prado, just around the corner from Ysleta High School, which earns a B.
Since 1976, Ysleta Middle School has been a symbol of educational progress in the community.
Ysleta High School proudly represents the Indian heritage.
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Sun Metro buses and Cesar E. Chavez Border Highway
The Cesar E. Chavez Border Highway, also known as Texas State Highway 375, traces the western edge of Shawver Park, leading to downtown El Paso, 10 miles north. The highway forms what’s known as the Texas 375 Loop, which traces a partial circle around the city. Buses on Sun Metro’s Mission Valley Route 61 stop in several spots on Alameda Avenue, offering service to downtown and El Paso International Airport, which is 8 miles away. The southernmost stop on the route, the Mission Valley Transfer Center, is about 3 miles away and within walking distance of University Medical Center Ysleta. It’s also close to Speaking Rock Entertainment Center, El Paso’s only casino.
Save a buck at Bronco Swap Meet
On weekends, more than 300 vendors hawk their wares at the Bronco Swap Meet, the largest flea market in El Paso, which takes place right in the neighborhood. Shoppers roam the 9-acre space in search of furniture, kitchenware, yard items and antiques. Farther down Alameda Avenue, Bronco Meat Co. is a combination deli and butcher shop specializing in Tex-Mex favorites. More Mexican cuisine is on the menu at Los Toreados, a casual sit-down joint that offers takeout and catering. Valentine’s Bakery on South Yarbrough Drive stocks the shelves with churros, doughnuts and brightly colored cookies. Two grocery options, Food King and Zeke’s Pueblo Mexican Supermarket, are about a mile south of Shawver Park.
Bronco Swapmeet is open on weekends in Shawver Park.
Shawver Park is a rural neighborhood with some farm land where boots fit right in.
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Parks in this Area
J. P. Shawver Park
Baseball/Softball
Pool
Soccer
Transit
Airport
El Paso International
24 min drive
Bus
Alameda\Yarbrough
Bus
Yarbrough\Cinecue
Bus
Alameda\Davenport
Bus
8486 Alameda\Valdespin0
Bus
Alameda\Mcelroy
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Shawver Park
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Shawver Park, El Paso sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Shawver Park, El Paso over the last 12 months is $191,860, up 27% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,681
Median Age
40
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$34,871
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,278
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
62.1%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.5%
% Population in Labor Force
59.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
6''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
21/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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