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History rooted in the Texas oil boom
Located on the outskirts of downtown Port Arthur, West Port Arthur’s history is rooted in the Texas oil boom. Thousands of out-of-towners, specifically Louisianians from across the Sabine River, flocked to Southeast Texas over 100 years ago in search of work. Port Arthur remains an oil town today, with Motiva, the largest oil refinery in the country, just east of West Port Arthur. “Motiva continues to draw people into the neighborhood,” says Lisa Marino, a Realtor with Marino Real Estate and a native of nearby Nederland.
While Motiva and other refineries in the area provide ample job opportunities, the Environmental Protection Agency reports elevated levels of pollutants in West Port Arthur that are known to cause cancer and other health problems. “For the most part, there’s no smell. At times in Port Arthur, if the wind blows a certain way, it smells from the paper mill and the dump. If you live here, you’re used to it,” says Ashley Higginbotham, a Realtor with The Real, who lives in the area. “From what I understand, the air quality is better here than in LA, and I’m from LA.”
West Port Arthur is a rural area with horses grazing a normal sight alongside the roads.
West Port Arthur is a small community filled with warm welcomes and down-to-earth people.
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Investment properties and newer subdivisions in West Port Arthur
In West Port Arthur, 1960s cottages needing a fresh coat of paint and sometimes more intensive structural repairs range from $40,000 to $70,000. These properties are often under 1,000 square feet and rest on small lots. “It’s cheaper over there. It’s a good place for first-time homebuyers or investors,” Higginbotham says. “There are a lot of rentals in that area.”
Homebuyers can also find newer subdivisions full of traditional-style homes with two-car garages. These properties sell between $150,000 and $300,000, depending on square footage. West Port Arthur has a CAP Index Crime Score of 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
A one-story, Bungalow-styled home with a manicured lawn in West Port Arthur.
West Port Arthur offers large yards and beautiful trees with quick lake access for fishing.
A one-story, Contemporary-styled home with an attached, two car garage in West Port Arthur.
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Tex-Mex and authentic Cajun cuisine on West Port Arthur Road
Just north on West Port Arthur Road, Big Doobie’s Boudin & Cracklins specializes in authentic Cajun fare and La Salsitas Express serves up burritos and horchata. Market Basket is a small grocery store along the strip. Big-box retailers like Best Buy, Lowe’s and Walmart Supercenter are 10 miles away at Park Central Crossing shopping center.
West Port Arthur's La Salsitas Express is the go-to Tex Mex restaurant of the area.
The Schooner Restaurant near West Port Arthur has been serving the area since 1947.
Park Central Crossing near West Port Arthur provides easy retail access to locals.
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A history lesson at the Museum of the Gulf Coast
Four miles away in downtown Port Arthur, the Museum of the Gulf Coast showcases 35,000 artifacts ranging from prehistoric fossils to some of Janis Joplin’s original artwork. The 1960s rockstar grew up in Port Arthur. The Port Arthur Yacht Club, 6 miles away on Pleasure Pier Boulevard, offers adult sailing lessons and members can rent boats for the day. The club also holds regular racing events.
The Texas Artist Museum near West Port Arthur recognizes hidden gem artists around the area.
The Port Arthur Public Library is a literary dream for the West Port Arthur residents.
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Memorial High School field shows during football season
Students in West Port Arthur have multiple public school tracks, and one is Port Acres Elementary, Abraham Lincoln Middle and Memorial High School. Part of the Port Arthur Independent School District, the elementary and middle schools score C-minus Niche grades, while the high school scores a C. Texas takes football seriously, and the Port Arthur Memorial Marching Heat — Memorial High School’s marching band — choreographs elaborate field shows for Friday night games. The Heat consistently takes first place in the Northwest Battle of the Bands, a regional competition for students across Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas.
DeQueen Elementary offers students a nourishing environment in West Port Arthur.
Abraham Lincoln Middle School in West Port Arthur helps students achieve their dreams.
Students can attend the expansive campus of Memorial High near West Port Arthur.
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Fishing and a pirate-themed playground on Pleasure Island
Locals play basketball at Lakeside Park, on Queens Drive, and kids put the small playground to good use. Five miles away on Pleasure Island, an 18-mile-long strip of land, there’s Berry’s Treasure Disc Golf Course, a pirate-ship-themed playground at Lakefront Park, and fishing from the pier at Sabine Lake.
Lakefront Park near West Port Arthur is a delightful adventure for children of all ages.
West Port Arthur residents enjoy a day of successful fishing at the Lakefront Pier C.
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Flights from Jack Brook’s Regional Airport
Texas State Highway 73 lines West Port Arthur's northern border, and a 90-mile trip west leads to Houston. Jack Brook’s Regional Airport is 12 miles north. American Airlines flights take off daily to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport; from there, locals can connect with flights to over 250 destinations worldwide. West Port Arthur residents can access healthcare at the Medical Center of Southeast Texas, a 204-bed hospital, 10 miles away on Jimmy Johnson Boulevard.
Highway 73 allows the rural West Port Arthur neighborhood access to other parts of the area.
Trains helped build the West Port Arthur neighborhood and are reveled within the community.
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West Port Arthur is prone to hurricanes
Given their proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, Southeast Texans keep a watchful eye on forecasts during hurricane season. The region was hit particularly hard during Hurricane Harvey in 2017. “Everybody comes together to help one another. It’s really something special,” says Holly Hinds, a Realtor with JLA Realty who has over 35 years of real estate experience. West Port Arthur is at severe risk of flooding, according to First Street, an organization that provides climate risk data. The area sees more than 60 inches of rainfall annually.
West Port Arthur's culture is intertwined with the sea that brushes by its borders.
West Port Arthur has a couple of marinas where locals park their boats after a day of fishing.
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Parks in this Area
Eagles Park
Riverfront Park
Carl A Parker Multipurpose Center
Lakeside Park
Lakefront Park
Boardwalk Park
County Park
Pioneer Park
Montgomery Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Port Arthur
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Port Arthur, Port Arthur sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in West Port Arthur, Port Arthur over the last 12 months is $191,966, down 22% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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2,469 Sq Ft
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Well-kept and updated home in a great neighborhood off Hwy 73 in the Lakeside Addition. Home features stainless steel kitchen appliances, along with a stacked washer/dryer combo unit. Faux blinds have been updated through the home. Home is wheelchair friendly with several accommodating features. Spacious primary bathroom features a walk-in tub. Large double car garage allows for ample garage and
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
404
Median Age
49
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$82,051
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,735
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.7%
College Graduates
12.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.7%
% Population in Labor Force
49.4%
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®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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