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Small waterfront town with serene views
Once the site of a Civil War battle, Sabine Pass is now a small, waterfront town with a portfolio of recreational opportunities. “The majority of people move here for fishing, hunting and for work at the refineries,” Buck Henderson, a resident of the community for 35 years says. “The scenic beauty of the place is what keeps people around. It is very serene.”
Sabine Pass sits on the boarder of Texas and Louisiana and includes access to both the Sabine Pass and the Gulf of Mexico. Known for its refineries, many of the residents of Sabine Pass work in the industry.
Outside of work, locals love visiting Sea Rim State Park to fish or to go kayaking in the marsh. Life in Sabine Pass is a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of living in isolation with an abundance of shopping and dining options right up the road in Port Arthur.
From beach cottages to craftsman-style homes
The majority of homes in Sabine Pass sit atop stilts due to their proximity to the Gulf of Mexico and the threat of harsh storms and hurricanes. Most of the shoreline in Sabine Pass is industrial but at Sea Rim State Park, residents can go take advantage of the beaches that look out onto the Gulf of Mexico.
Beachy cottages and cabins are common here, as well as some two-story craftsman-style homes. Price points here range from the low $200,000s to upwards of $400,000 depending on the age, size and condition of the property—with newly renovated homes featuring the higher price tags. Due to the industrialization of the shoreline where most houses are located, there is not much of a price difference based on how close you are to the shoreline.
A tall coastal take of a traditional home found in Sabine Pass.
A coastal cabin home on stilts found in Sabine Pass.
A quant craftsman home with great acreage located in Sabine Pass.
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Take in nature at Sea Rim State Park
Sabine Pass is home to Sea Rim State Park, an outdoor enthusiast’s dream featuring 5.2 miles of Gulf shoreline and 4,000 acres of marshlands. Residents can enjoy tranquil activities here like bird-watching or fishing or opt to head out on the water in a kayak. Park-goers can also stroll down the Gambusia Nature Trail Boardwalk, which takes you through the marshlands.
For hunting, Sabine National Wildlife Refuge consists of 125,000 acres of coastal marsh and hosts a popular general-access waterfowl hunt that residents frequent.
For history buffs, the nearby Sabine Pass Battleground State Historic Site, is a place where visitors can explore the grounds and brush up on their Civil War knowledge too.
Walk the piers and witness wild nature at Sea Rim State Park.
Enjoy the trails and take in some nature at Sea Rim State Park.
A open and picturesque Texas Gulf Coast bordering Sabine Pass.
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Dining and shopping in nearby Port Arthur
For dining and shopping options, residents of Sabine Pass can head into downtown Port Arthur, just 13 miles away. There, locals enjoy dining on fresh seafood options at casual spots like Tia Juanitas Fish Camp known for its seafood nachos and enchiladas, or Tracy’s Seafood Deli, for some delicious Cajun shrimp.
For the everyday essentials, residents can make the 15-mile trip up TX 87 North to Market Basket to pick up some fresh produce; or opt to head to the Port Arthur H-E-B, which is 21 miles away.
For more grocery needs, the Port Arthur HEB is never too far.
Grab some fresh food at the nearby Market Basket in Port Acres or Port Arthur.
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Students of all ages in the area can attend the Sabine Pass campus.
High marks for Sabine Pass School, grades K-12
Local kids pack their bags and head off to the highly regarded Sabine Pass School, a kindergarten through Grade 12 school that received an A-minus rating from educational review site, Niche. GreatSchools also gives Sabine Pass high marks, with a ten-out-of-ten on its ‘College Readiness’ grade. The institution is also known for its 11-to-1 student-teacher ratio and 90% graduation rate. “Everyone from the neighboring areas tries to go to Sabine Pass,” Henderson says. “They submit applications to go there from out of town because Sabine Pass School is highly regarded when it comes to the state—They keep knocking it out of the park.”
Texas State Highway 87 stretching through Sabine Pass.
TX-87 North an essential for residents
Getting around Sabine Pass requires a car. The neighborhood does not have sidewalks, and businesses are spread out. When leaving Sabine Pass, residents take TX-87 North, the only way in or out of the neighborhood, to reach Port Arthur. In Port Arthur, Sabine Pass residents use Jack Brooks Regional Airport for additional travel, and The Medical Center of Southeast Texas for medical attention.
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Parks in this Area
Sabine Pass Battleground State Historical Park
Sea Rim State Park
Riverfront Park
Walter Umphrey State Park
Texas Point National Wildlife Refuge
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sabine Pass
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sabine Pass, Port Arthur sell after 89 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sabine Pass, Port Arthur over the last 12 months is $461,666, up 74% 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
22
Median Age
48
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
18.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$112,500
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$115,417
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
76.5%
College Graduates
11.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
50%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
62''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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