$260,504Average Value$179Average Price per Sq Ft45Homes For Sale
Downtown Mesquite is a mini-Main Street USA, all dolled up with brightly painted murals and recent renovations. The city was considered a small farming hub until the Texas and Pacific Railway arrived in 1873. What was once a rough parking lot along these same train tracks is now Front Street Station, the newest community gathering space. With revitalization happening in Downtown's commercial area, the city hopes to draw residents to local businesses and events. "Downtown Mesquite is actually being renovated at this moment," says Alicia Trevino, a Broker with eXp Realty. "It'll have more restaurants and have a park-like setting where there will be concerts." Though the city has changed, traditions like the Mesquite Championship Rodeo and its title as the Rodeo Capital of Texas remain.
Downtown Mesquite has a rich history that residents and visitors alike love to hear about.
Take a stroll around the Downtown Mesquite Farmers Market and check out each vendor.
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Homes
Most homes are on the neighborhood's northern end, where Main Street gives way to tree-lined residential streets. Contemporary ranch-style homes, often with brick exteriors and wide driveways, are typical in Downtown Mesquite. Trevino says many of the homes were built in the 1950s and 1980s. The prices of homes in the area are a big draw for homebuyers. Most of these one-story properties offer three to four bedrooms and a price range of $210,000 to $325,000. Several New Traditional and split-level homes with brick facades and larger lots also dot the area. These 2,500-to-3,500-square-foot residences are priced between $360,000 and $550,000. There are clusters of two-bedroom condos along Kearney Street and close to Broadmoor Plaza, often costing between $130,000 and $160,000.
Imagine walking up to your front door of a grand two story home located in Downtown Mesquite.
Here in Downtown Mesquite there are some amazing homes with well shaded yards.
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Schools
Mesquite Independent School District is one of the area's largest employers. It is ranked as the 10th-best school district in the Dallas area. Families appreciate its low student-to-teacher ratio, renovated facilities, massive stadiums and award-winning extracurriculars. Brenda Gonzalez, an employee with the communications office for Mesquite ISD, says the district has a prominent fine arts program, which has been recognized by the NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) Foundation as one of the Best Communities for Music Education. She says only 4 percent of districts nationwide receive this award. Mesquite has created a district-wide Mariachi Ensemble, which hosted its debut performance in 2023. Students in Downtown Mesquite can attend Tisinger Elementary School or Hanby Elementary School. The schools are graded B-minus and B by Niche, respectively. Both feed into Wilkinson Middle School, which also earns a B-minus. Mesquite High School, graded a B, is right across Bryan-Belt Line Road from the neighborhood. The high school is on the site of the original Mesquite ISD building, built in 1902. Memorial Stadium, Texas's largest high school football stadium, can get crowded for football games, so traffic can be expected every Friday. "The City of Mesquite partnered with Dallas Eastfield Campus to upgrade the Mesquite ISD Natatorium," Gonzalez says. "It's now an indoor pool for practices and meets, but it's also open to residents." The facility, which opened in the Spring of 2024, features a transparent roof that can be closed or opened, depending on the weather.
Tisinger Elementary, in Downtown Mesquite, offers students many extracurricular clubs.
Students attend Mesquite High School in Mesquite Highlands, Mesquite TX.
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Parks
Mesquite is considered a Playful City USA and offers a wide range of outdoor recreation. There are several parks within the neighborhood, like Hillcrest and Westlake Parks. Westlake is popular for sports, with six outdoor lighted tennis courts and three additional covered courts. The park also has an eight-lane archery range where shooting distances vary from 10 to 100 feet. City Lake Park is the most visited, and Trevino says it's a great place to go for a jog or take a leisurely walk. The park has a large pond in the middle of its walking trail and a baseball field. City Lake Park is also home to the Brunhilde Nystrom City Lake Aquatic Center, which has a swimming pool, water slide and wading area with playgrounds for children. Samuell Farm's wooded park offers a walking trail, a playground, a volleyball court and shaded picnic areas. Fishing and boating are popular pastimes at Lake Ray Hubbard, a little over 10 miles northeast.
Kick back at Westlake Park and relax while viewing the serene surroundings.
Feeding the ducks at City Lake Park in Downtown Mesquite is a favorite pastime for many.
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Shopping and Dining
Front Street Station – once a sparse, unlined parking lot near Main Street – is now a gathering space for live entertainment and new restaurants. This $5.5 million project opened in May 2021 to much excitement. It included new infrastructure to support more restaurants, façade improvements to the existing buildings, a performance pavilion and an area for events and vendor booths. Front Street Station hosts the Downtown Mesquite Farmers Market every Saturday from April through November, allowing residents to interact with local growers and producers while supporting local businesses. Mainly barbecue and Tex-Mex restaurants dot the commercial area. A notable mention is Mesquite BBQ on East Davis Street. The family-owned restaurant has been in operation since 1959, making it the oldest restaurant in the city. One of its notable menu items is a loaded baked potato topped with tender brisket. Locals can also visit Restaurant Row, a portion of I-635 with dozens of restaurants dotting the sides of the highway. Military Parkway towards the highway has ample fast-food options, including popular regional chain Griff's Hamburgers, a no-frills place to grab old-fashioned burgers and crispy onion rings. Target and Sprouts are located at Town East Mall, 3 miles north. The mall is a key player in the North Texas retail scene and offers over 160 department stores, including Dillard's and Macy's.
Residents of Downtown Mesquite go to Mesquite BBQ to get some of the most amazing BBQ.
A good way to spend your Saturday morning is going around the Downtown Mesquite Farmers Market.
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Events
Front Street Station also hosts the Off the Rails concert series during the summer. The series brings the surrounding Mesquite community together for a night of music and fun right in the heart of Downtown. The Mesquite Championship Rodeo draws crowds to the Mesquite Arena every Saturday from June through August. The 7,000-seat venue also hosts concerts, monster truck rallies and Mesquite Outlaws soccer games. Next to the area is a 50,000-square-foot convention center that hosts large-scale events like trade shows and conferences. Family weekends can be spent watching the latest blockbuster at AMC DINE-IN Mesquite 30 or enjoying classic arcade games at Celebration Station. Nearby, Dallas hosts events throughout the year, including the State Fair of Texas, the North Texas Irish Festival – one of the country's largest Irish festivals – and the Greek Food Festival of Dallas.
Downtown Mesquite Christmas in the Park celebration is a wonderful place to take the family.
Mesquite Veteran's Day Celebration allows people the chance to honor our brave soldiers.
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The residents of Downtown Mesquite can get a lot of their shopping done at the Town East Mall.
Transportation
STAR Transit is the area's primary public transportation to Dallas, including Town East Mall, Eastfield College and nearby medical facilities such as Dallas Regional Galloway Medical Center. With multiple highways nearby, Trevino says the area's accessibility is one of the major selling points. Main throughways include State Highway 80 and Interstates 635, 30, 20 and 352. Downtown Mesquite is 14 miles east of downtown Dallas' multicultural events and colorful nightlife, accessible via I-30 West or Military Parkway. It is also 12 miles south of Garland and the waterfront communities around Lake Ray Hubbard. Mesquite Metro Airport is 3 miles down Scyene Road. However, most residents take commercial flights at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, 36 miles away.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
City Lake Park
Baseball/Softball
Lake
Picnic Area
Evans Park
Baseball/Softball
Trails
Volleyball
Westlake Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Samuell (East) Farm
Bike Trails
Fishing
Grills
Wildflower Park
Lake
Picnic Area
Walking Paths
Shaw School Park
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Hanby School Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Truman Heights Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
Dallas Love Field
30 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Downtown Mesquite
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Mesquite, Mesquite sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Downtown Mesquite, Mesquite over the last 12 months is $259,203, up 4% 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
21,540
Median Age
34
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,356
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,062
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
76.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
10.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.5%
% Population in Labor Force
69.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
77/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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