Tamekka Williams
Start To Finish Realty
(501) 361-2572
60 Total Sales
3 in Central High
$28K - $363K Price Range
Central High
Suburban Neighborhood in Little Rock, Arkansas
Pulaski County 72202, 72206
Neighborhood Reviews
Once the focal point of the pushback to desegregation following the Brown v. Board of Education ruling, Central High School – the namesake and focal point of Little Rock’s Central High neighborhood – is dedicated to pursuing that same fight for equality today. Now a historic site, the school offers free guided tours of the grounds, detailing its pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement.
The neighborhood’s homes are steeped in history, too. Craftsman bungalows built throughout the 1910s and ’20s are discernible from almost every corner, with most sporting cross-gabled roofs, narrow front yards and loblolly pine tree-filled backyards. Scores of Colonial Revivals are here as well, typically with steep hipped roofs and cross gables, and one of them was once home to one of Arkansas’s most famous architects, W.R. Stewart. Home prices tend to hang around the $100,000 mark.
“It’s recognized as a historic area, and some people are attracted to that,” says Dwight Harshaw, salesperson for Access Realty. “Plus, people are closer to downtown, trendy things.”
Almost 70 years after the landmark Supreme Court ruling, Central High School has built extensively on its roots, without forgetting them. It is still an operating institution and was hailed as Arkansas’s best public school in 2021 and 2022. The American Institute of Architects dubbed it the “Most Beautiful School” in the country for its eclectic blend of Art Deco and Gothic styles. It boasts higher ACT and SAT scores than the state average, and it offers an extensive list of clubs, from Black Student Union and Ethics Bowl to Mental Health America Club. There are two charter schools here, too: K-8 Scholarmade Achievement Place and Premier High School.
After school, many kids head to the heart of the neighborhood: Centennial Park. Climb on the rubber-surfaced green-and-beige playground, practice your backhand on one of the tennis courts, challenge a friend to a pickup game on the basketball court, or sit for a peaceful picnic on one of the tables. Though the park is only about 2 acres in area, it can accommodate diverse interests.
When the work week winds down, families often flock to the widely beloved Afrobites, an African cuisine-focused eatery known for packing its dishes with bold flavors. Try its most popular dish, the lamb shank with fried rice. Reviewers often note how tender it is. For dessert, Maddie’s Sweet Treatz offers confections of all kinds, from fried Oreos to ice cream.
For those days when you’d rather eat at home, a butcher shop, K Hall & Sons, has locally lauded sandwiches, chicken and produce. It’s known for having lines that wrap around the corner, though, so arrive early. There’s also a Dollar General just west in the neighboring Capitol View area, as well as a Kroger about 3 miles northwest in Hillcrest. You’ll have to go about 7 miles west to John Barrow to get to the Walmart Supercenter.
When it comes to casual shopping, 7 Figure$ stocks its shelves with exclusive selections of name-brand clothes, as well as less expensive options. Residents seeking a night of entertainment typically head less than a mile south to Barton Coliseum – an arena that holds more than 10,000 people – for concerts, rodeos and other events, including the Arkansas State Fair.
Arkansas Children’s Hospital makes up the neighborhood’s northeastern corner, where you can also directly access Interstate 630 to travel around the greater Little Rock area and beyond. But downtown is less than a mile east from the neighborhood, so you don’t have to go too far to find more opportunities for entertainment, shopping and dining.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tamekka Williams
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Langston Carr
Langston Carr
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty LR Branch
(501) 502-2551
109 Total Sales
1 in Central High
$84,500 Price
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Brenda White
Brenda White
Keller Williams Realty LR Branch
(870) 617-1144
118 Total Sales
2 in Central High
$8K - $36K Price Range
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Caroline McGowan
Caroline McGowan
Responds QuicklyAclin Realty
(501) 406-2281
52 Total Sales
2 in Central High
$35K - $46K Price Range
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Karena Malott
Karena Malott
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty LR Branch
(501) 289-4118
59 Total Sales
1 in Central High
$115,000 Price
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Alishia Freeman
Alishia Freeman
Dawn Realty
(501) 271-3958
39 Total Sales
2 in Central High
$10K - $69K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Knoop Park
Centennial Park
Fletcher Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Southside Park
Crump Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
River Market Playground
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/8/2022
Niche Review
This neighborhood has beautiful historic homes and large leafy trees. Many of the homeowners have lived here for decades and maintain their homes with care. We know all our neighbors. Their is an active neighborhood group. Walk to Children's Hospital or the State Capitol complex.
7/24/2014
Niche Review
I see that the parents in my communnity are involved wit theirr childern edcautaion and well being.
7/24/2014
Niche Review
There are a variety of resturant in Little Rock that is easy to get from my area.
7/24/2014
Niche Review
The people in the area that I live is very interest in the area that are listed above the unkept rental unites, unkepts yards, graffiti, and vanfalism.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Central High | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Central High, Little Rock sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Central High, Little Rock over the last 12 months is $142,418, up 31% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$93,500
Median Single Family Price
$109,500
Median Townhouse Price
$305,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$88
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
35
Months of Supply
4.50
Median List Price
$141,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,030
Median Year Built
1930
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,359
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,292
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,627
Median Age
35
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$36,838
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$46,018
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.5%
College Graduates
19%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.9%
% Population in Labor Force
51.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
10''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
59
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
41
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Capitol View
Neighborhood next to Downtown Little Rock named after the Arkansas State Capitol
Downtown Little Rock
Downtown Little Rock offers access to retail, dining and greenspaces
South End
Historically and predominately Black neighborhood going through revitalization
Hillcrest
This historic enclave was one of the first neighborhoods in Little Rock
Oak Forest
Vibrant neighborhood home to the University of Arkansas - Little Rock
Riverdale
Waterfront neighborhood on the Arkansas River with beautiful scenery
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