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West End

West End

Neighborhood in Midland, Texas

Midland County 79701

$250,187 Average Value
$140 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

West End is centrally located and preserves history

West End is a Midland community that preserves the city’s history and culture. Home to the Museum of the Southwest, the neighborhood cherishes the oil hub’s frontier spirit and continued energy-based economy. With a central location, West End is a short drive from shopping, dining and medical services. Plus, the neighborhood offers established homes, meaning lots are grassy, green and mature. “Homes in this area don’t stay on the market long,” says Realtor Daina Perkins with eXp Realty, who was born and raised in Midland. “They’re nice, usually renovated on the inside, and it is a very affordable area.”

Discovering Midland’s history at nearby cultural spaces

The Museum of the Southwest is in the neighborhood and explores Midland’s history and cultural heritage. Established in 1966, the museum showcases the city’s transformation from a railroad stop and oil boomtown to a community rooted in tradition and ambition. Multiple buildings span the landscaped campus centered around the preserved Turner Mansion. Within the 1937 brick home, the Turner Memorial Art Museum features rotating and permanent exhibits of regional and national significance. Works range from those of members of the Taos Society of Artists to pieces by Norman Rockwell and other American icons. Adding the Lissa Noël Wagner Wing’s 11 galleries in 1987 created a modern touch in the museum, bringing contemporary exhibits. The Fredda Turner Durham Children’s Museum fosters learning in science, culture and the arts through interactive exhibits, while the Marian Blakemore Planetarium – one of West Texas’s few public planetariums – offers immersive stargazing experiences. A few blocks north of the museum, the Bush Family Home State Historic Site offers a glimpse into the early lives of one of America’s most influential political families. From 1951 to 1955, the residence was home to President George H. W. Bush, first lady Barbara Bush, and their children, including future President George W. Bush. The house has been meticulously restored to reflect its 1950s appearance, and visitors can explore George W.’s wood-paneled childhood bedroom.

Homes with views of the city

In West End, lots are larger than nearby areas, and the gridded streets are so flat that locals can see Midland’s skyline in the distance. Fences surround many landscaped backyards, and above-ground powerlines line the sidewalks. The neighborhood’s small cottage can cost about $225,000, while larger ranch-style homes can sell for roughly $520,000.

Green space in the Texas desert

West End may be in the arid West Texas desert, but nearby parks ensure residents can access some green space. There are two small pocket parks in the neighborhood. Haley Park is within walking distance of some homes and features an open, grassy area that’s great for dog walks or picnics. On Washington Avenue, Elkin Park is a bit larger and has paved trails weaving past a playground, picnic tables and a lighted soccer field. Dennis the Menace Park, just west of the neighborhood, has a tree-top, airplane and baseball-themed playgrounds, as well as play areas mimicking the wild west.

Shopping and dining a short drive away

West End is located near many local shopping and dining options. Montecito Bar & Grill is just south of the neighborhood and serves large portions of Mexican cuisine, while The Bar serves pub grub and draft beers from its relaxed interior, where the game is always on and live music plays. A Walmart Supercenter sits about 3 miles south, and a Lowe’s Mercado grocery store is about 2 miles northeast. The Midland Park Mall is about 4 miles north and features over 90 stores, including popular brands like American Eagle and Old Navy. For medical services, Midland Memorial Hospital is just north.

Students attend Midland Independent School District

Students are zoned for the Midland Independent School District. They can attend South Elementary School, which gets a C-minus from Niche, before San Jacinto Junior High, which receives a C-plus. Next, students may go to Midland Freshman High School, which earns a C, before Midland High School, which receives a C-plus and offers an International Baccalaureate program.

Getting around West End

West End is centrally located, meaning residents are short distances from shopping, dining, medical services and schools. An entrance to U.S. Interstate 20 lies about 3 miles south of the neighborhood, allowing residents to travel through the state, including 300 miles west to Fort Worth, easily. “People in Midland are used to driving,” Perkins says. “We’re 5 hours from everything – El Paso, Austin. Getting in the car is no big deal.” Odessa, the next town over, is about 20 miles away. “People from Midland go to Odessa all the time and vice versa for shopping, dining or work,” Perkins says. Buses run along West Wall Street, a major city thoroughfare that runs along the neighborhood’s northern boundary. Midland International Air & Space Port is about 10 miles southwest of West End.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Midland International Air And Space Port

16 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime West End US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 9 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 7 4
Larceny 9 4
Crime Score 7 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$228,000
Median Single Family Price
$244,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$140
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Months of Supply
16.00
Median List Price
$242,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
254
Median Year Built
1945
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,111
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
1,597
Median Age
34
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.3%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$81,579
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$97,994

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.6%
Advanced Degrees
10.9%
% Population in Labor Force
78.5%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
96°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

63 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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NEIGHBORHOOD
West End
Melody Villasana
Home Charm Realty, LLC
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