Why Live in Starks
Starks, a small neighborhood in Orange, offers a rural lifestyle with a focus on spacious land and modest homes. Single-family homes, primarily small cottages and midsized ranchers, are less common than large plots of undeveloped land, which range from 10 to 20 acres. Home and land prices are notably lower than the Lake Charles area average. Irby Gore Park on the western end provides local recreation with playgrounds and sports fields, while Alligator Park, 6 miles north, is a popular spot for RV camping and bass fishing. Essential services and grocery shopping often require a drive to nearby Deweyville or Dequincy, with the closest hospital located in Orange, Texas. Local businesses include Dress Like an Angel and the Starks Silver Dollar Casino, known for its burgers and fried shrimp. Community events are a staple, highlighted by the annual Mayhaw Festival, which celebrates the local mayhaw berry with carnival rides, food, and music. Smaller events are frequently hosted by the VFW and local churches. Starks High School serves the entire K-12 student population, offering agricultural clubs and family-oriented events. Interstate 10, located 11 miles south, connects residents to larger cities like Lake Charles and Orange, Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Starks a good place to live?
Starks is a good place to live. Starks is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Starks has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.2 people per acre and a median age of 47. The average household income is $67,112 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 11.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Starks are home owners, with 20.2% of residents renting and 79.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Starks can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Starks neighborhood guide.
Is Starks, TX a safe neighborhood?
Starks, TX is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Starks?
The median home price in Starks is $142,025. If you put a 20% down payment of $28,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.3%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $700 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $30K a year to afford the median home price in Starks. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Starks is $67K.
What are the best public schools in Starks?
The best public schools that serve Starks are:
- Starks High School has a C- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.4.
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Are home prices dropping in Starks?
Yes, home prices in Starks are down 92% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Starks, TX
On average, homes in Starks, Orange sell after 82 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Starks, Orange over the last 12 months is $15,000, down 92% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$15,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$131,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$86
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median List Price
$142,025
Median Change From 1st List Price
60%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-92%