Richard E.
housing
Housing market in El Paso — is it worth buying?
Median home value here is around $171,700. Prices are reasonable compared to major metros. For those renting, typical rent is $1041.
Is now a good time to buy in El Paso? Or better to keep renting?
Looking for opinions from both homeowners and renters.
70 upvotes
14 Replies
Robert L.
Respectfully disagree about the cost of living assessment. In my experience, it really depends on your lifestyle.
39 upvotes
Grace R.
Traffic is the worst part honestly. But if you live near work it's fine.
27 upvotes
Raymond C.
Traffic is the worst part honestly. But if you live near work it's fine.
24 upvotes
Peter L.
The job market has been improving lately. Several finance companies moved in recently.
22 upvotes
Eugene T.
I'd add that healthcare options are better than most cities this size. Otherwise spot on!
21 upvotes
Peter L.
Public transit needs work but they're investing in it. Should improve in next few years.
21 upvotes
Edward M.
Totally agree with this. I've been here 3 years and my experience is very similar.
20 upvotes
Richard E.
If you can afford it, Midtown is the best place to live. Period.
20 upvotes
Richard E.
If you can afford it, Westside is the best place to live. Period.
18 upvotes
Donna L.
I work in education and finding a job wasn't hard. Took about 1 months.
16 upvotes
Keith N.
This is so helpful, thanks for sharing! We're moving to El Paso next month.
16 upvotes
Lisa R.
As someone who moved here from LA, I can confirm most of this. The job opportunities surprised me the most.
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Richard E.
Rent tip: look for places in fall. Prices drop and there's more availability.
8 upvotes
Heather M.
Public transit needs work but they're investing in it. Should improve in next few years.
8 upvotes
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