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East Lubbock neighborhood with complex history and natural beauty
Parts of Dunbar-Manhattan Heights were destroyed in a devastating tornado in 1970. But the neighborhood's history is written in its resiliency. Home to the area's first high school for Black students, the Lubbock neighborhood and school were named after Paul Laurence Dunbar, a poet and writer who embraced the African-American experience as he became one of the first writers of color to cross the literary color line by also writing about white society. Built in 1922 and integrated in 1970, his namesake Dunbar High School — now junior high — educated generations of students. Then as now, the neighborhood is also home to some of Lubbock’s most beautiful natural assets. “I'm going to say it's probably the most beautiful part of Lubbock when you get over there to the parks and to the river,” says Cole Whisenhunt, a Realtor with Keller Williams. While homes in Dunbar are more modest than in other parts of Lubbock, the east side is home to Dunbar Lake Historic Park and its rolling hills — an uncommon topography for much of West Texas.
This the view of the famous Dunbar Lake going across Dunbar-Manhattan Heights.
The Buddy Holly Hall hosts great stages for theatrical performances in Dunbar-Manhattan Heights.
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Lubbock's natural beauty
Dunbar Historical Lake Park is a serene escape and a popular location for hiking, kayaking and fishing. A dam sits at the far end of the lake and a five-mile loop trail surrounds the area. Right next door, Mae Simmons Park is a tranquil abyss with a disc golf course, plus a community center with programs for youth and seniors. Lubbock Cemetery is home to the final resting place of Lubbock musicians Buddy Holly and Mac Davis.
Visit Pioneer Park in for well kept fields for activities in Dunbar-Manhattan Heights.
Welcome to Dunbar-Manhattan Heights which is about four miles from Downtown Lubbock.
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Opportunities for first-time homebuyers
Houses in Dunbar-Manhattan Heights consist mostly of modest ranch-style homes. The neighborhood has opportunities for investors looking to renovate or rent out properties as well as first-time home buyers hoping to set down roots in Lubbock. A small number of duplexes are also available in the neighborhood. Homes typically sell for between $100,000 and $200,000.
Clean streets for walking and enjoying the day out in Dunbar-Manhattan Heights
Walk through Dunbar-Manhattan Heights and find rows of ranch style homes.
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East Lubbock eateries and roadside attractions
Most commercial activity in Dunbar-Manhattan Heights lines up along Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Lakeside Lounge Café is a quiet family restaurant with burgers, wings and traditional American cuisine. Further south, Eddie’s Barbecue is an old-fashioned restaurant known for its take on the Frito pie topped with sausage and brisket. On the other side of MLK Drive, north of the neighborhood, the American Windmill Museum is the largest windmill museum in the world, with more than 160 historic windmills on 28 acres. A United Supermarket sits just north of the neighborhood for everyday items.
Try out the Frito pie topped with sausage and brisket at Eddie's BBQ in Dunbar-Manhattan Heights
Visit the American Windmill Museum to see all the spin is about in Dunbar-Manhattan Heights.
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Dual enrollment opportunities with Texas Tech
Students attend Lubbock Independent School District, with some beginning at Ervin Elementary School, rated C-plus on Niche, and moving on to Dunbar College Preparatory Academy and Estacado High School, rated C-plus and B-minus. Dunbar College is the former Dunbar High School which closed in 1993. Home of the Matadors, Estacado students can earn up to 60 credit hours from nearby Texas Tech University.
Students grade 5-8 might find themselves attending Ervin Elementary School in Lubbock.
Students prepare to go to college at the Dunbar College Preparatory.
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Lubbock's east side
The neighborhood is on Lubbock’s east side, about 4 miles from downtown Lubbock, with access via Canyon Lake Drive and 19th Street. Loop 289 sits just east. Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport is 7 miles north and offers service to several regional destinations. The closest hospital is Covenant Medical Center, 7 miles away.
Get where you need to go from Canyon Lake Dr and 19th Street through Dunbar-Manhattan Heights.
For emergency medical attention Covenant Medical Center is close to Dunbar-Manhattan Heights.
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Parks in this Area
Mae Simmons Park
Dunbar Historical Lake Park
Pioneer Park
Mae Simmons Park
Transit
Airport
Lubbock Preston Smith International
28 min drive
Bus
26th St. & Oak Ave
Bus
Martin Luther King & 29th St.
Bus
31st St. & Teak Ave
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Teak Ave & 29th St.
Bus
Sunrise Canyon Hospital
Bus
East 24th St. & Oak Ave
Bus
31st St. & Redbud Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Dunbar-Manhattan Heights
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Dunbar-Manhattan Heights, Lubbock sell after 117 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Dunbar-Manhattan Heights, Lubbock over the last 12 months is $81,428, down 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Adorable 3/1 on double corner lot. Fresh paint and new carpet. Plumbing replaced. Washer dryer connections in a bonus area. Updated bath and hvac system. Across the street from elementary school. Move in ready for first time owner or great for investment property. Make this one yours today.
A fixer upper on a corner lot. 2 bedrooms but could easily be a 3 bedroom. One wall was taken down to make a bedroom larger but could be put back. Hardwood floors throughout. Some appliances have been updated. 2 dining areas. Several "bonus" rooms allow for so much potential! Across the street from Joan Ervin Elementary.
Home with wonderful bones in the Manhattan Heights area of Lubbock. This great property is being sold as is. This split level Home has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a bonus room in the upper portion. The living area, den, dining, kitchen, laundry and a half bath are on the other level. There is also access to the finished basement from the den.
We are located right in the heart of the East Side of Lubbock. Minutes away from the local schools, city bus routes and beautiful parks. We are sure that our beautiful apartment homes with many amenities such as our luxurious crown molding, designer light fixtures, and ceiling fans that you see in custom homes will make you feel right at home here at Estrada South Not to mention the many other
Looking for a cozy and comfortable apartment in Lubbock, TX? Look no further than this charming 677 square foot apartment that has been newly remolded! With 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, this apartment is perfect for anyone looking for a bit of extra space. Plus, with a stove, dishwasher, disposal, fridge, and HVAC, you'll have everything you need to make this apartment feel like home. One of the
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,538
Median Age
35
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
28.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$19,892
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$30,085
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
77%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
19''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
17/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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