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Tigua, TX · Real Estate
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El Paso's Mortgage-Free Homeowners Quietly Rule the Block
Nearly half of El Paso homeowners now own their houses free and clear, according to recent coverage of metro-level housing data, putting the border city among U.S. metros with some of the highest shares of mortgage-free residences. It is a sharp contrast with pricier coastal markets where carrying a loan is still the norm, and it is prompting local conversations about turnover, affordability and who really gains when so many roofs are owned outright.
The El Paso Times
El Paso tops list of cities with most paid-off homes in the nation
El Paso leads the nation in homes that are paid off. The Sun City landed in the No. 2 spot in Consumer Affairs' report for "Cities with the most paid-off homes," coming second to Detroit, Michigan. The study used Census Bureau data to rank cities by the percentage of homes that are fully paid off and compared the total number of owner-occupied homes with the number without a mortgage to determine the share of mortgage-free homes. El Paso has nearly 49% of homes with mortgages paid off, totaling 74,127 homes — the median price of those homes is $186,000, according to the report. There are a total of 77,651 homes that are still being paid off, with a median price of $232,000, the report added. Detroit, by comparison, has a whopping 65.9% of homes that are mortgage free, though the median home value is much lower than El Paso's — $81,200. Two Texas cities trailed El Paso: Houston (No. 3), with 48% of homes mortgage-free, and San Antonio (No. 4), with 46% of homes paid off. Natassia Paloma may be reached at npaloma@gannett.com , @NatassiaPaloma on Twitter; natassia_paloma on Instagram, and Natassia Paloma Thompson on Facebook. More: Gabriel Iglesias to
The El Paso Times
El Paso homeowners will see higher property taxes in proposed budget
El Pasoans could yet again see higher property taxes thanks to next year's budget. The city released its Fiscal Year 2027 Preliminary Budget on Wednesday, May 27, showing a tax rate of $0.783 per $100 valuation compared to the 2026 rate of $0.760. The increase would mean an annual hike of about $105, or about $8.75 per month. More: New El Paso fire stations, Horizon City police HQ open The city launched its budget process six weeks earlier this year in an effort to give residents more time to weigh in through a series of community meetings before final adoption by the El Paso City Council in August. "The FY 2027 Preliminary Budget begins the City Council and community discussion process," City Manager Dionne Mack said in a news release. "By starting six weeks earlier, we are creating more time for discussion, increasing transparency, and giving the community more opportunities to understand the proposal and provide feedback. This budget reflects a fiscally responsible approach focused on maintaining core services, supporting public safety, investing in infrastructure, and protecting the city’s long-term financial stability." The proposed budget comes in at roughly $1.405 billion, an increase of 1.7% over the 2026 budget, due
elpasomatters.org
Average El Paso homeowner could pay about $105 more in city taxes next year
The owner of an average-value home in El Paso would pay about $105 more in city property taxes to fund the first draft of next year’s proposed budget, city leaders said Wednesday. The El Paso City Council kicked off its budget sessions this week. The budget, and the property...
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Are home prices going up in El Paso in 2026?
Home prices have been a major talking point since the pandemic, when they climbed at a record pace in response to a frenzy of demand. This increase led to a sharp decline in affordability that weighed on buyers and sellers and slowed the housing market to a crawl. Now, the...
takemetotn.com
People Are Quietly Moving To This Texas City Where $1,500 A Month Covers The Basics
El Paso sits right on the edge of Texas, where affordable living isn’t just a dream anymore. While other Texas cities watch their rent prices climb higher every year, this desert city keeps things surprisingly reasonable. More people are discovering that $1,500 a month can actually cover rent, groceries, and utilities here, making it one of the best-kept secrets for anyone tired of watching their paycheck disappear.
hoodline.com
El Paso Hotels Nailed over $1.13M in Missing Room Taxes
Nearly 20 El Paso hotels are on the hook after a fresh city audit found more than $1.13 million in uncollected hotel-occupancy taxes, with problems concentrated in airport-area chains and older downtown motels. The findings are now headed to City Hall, where leaders are set to dig into the details at a Financial Oversight and Audit Committee meeting on Thursday.
cbs4local.com
El Paso city leaders address widespread hotel tax issues uncovered in new audit
EL PASO, TEXAS (KFOX14/CBS4) — El Paso officials say years of auditing hotel occupancy taxes have recovered millions of dollars that would have otherwise gone uncollected, but a new internal review shows widespread problems remain across the city’s hotels. An audit completed April 21st found $1,131,941.83 in hotel...
KFOX 14
Audit finds over $1 million in El Paso hotel occupancy taxes missing across 20 properties
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — An internal audit by the city of El Paso found widespread compliance issues among multiple hotels in El Paso and concluded that more than $1 million in hotel occupancy taxes are missing. The audit reviewed 20 hotels and was conducted between January 2022 through...
KFOX 14
El Paso city leaders address widespread hotel tax issues uncovered in new audit
EL PASO, TEXAS (KFOX14/CBS4) — El Paso officials say years of auditing hotel occupancy taxes have recovered millions of dollars that would have otherwise gone uncollected, but a new internal review shows widespread problems remain across the city’s hotels. An audit completed April 21st found $1,131,941.83 in hotel...
The El Paso Times
Horse racing legend's estate in New Mexico hits market for $3.25M
A sprawling property in New Mexico tied to one of horse racing’s greatest legends is on the market for $3.25 million. The equestrian estate at 608 Casas Road in Anthony, New Mexico, showcases the legacy of horse trainer Fred Danley, who died in February at the age of 83. Danley won 1,477 thoroughbred races and 1,130 quarter horse races, according to Equibase, which tracks trainer statistics. Fred Danley's wife, Kim Danley, said she was selling the property because of its size — the nearly 13-acre farm has been difficult to manage since her husband's death. "He was my husband, my partner and my best friend," Kim Danely said. "I knew the talent he had, and I knew his accomplishments, but I didn't realize his true legacy until he passed." Fred Danley found success early in his career when Mr. Tinky Bar finished second in the 1963 All American Futurity in Ruidoso, New Mexico, for 2-year-old quarter horses. Danley trained Rustys Miracle, who won the 2019 All American Derby for 3-year-old quarter horses in Ruidoso. He also owned Pour Me A Drink, who ran second in the 400-yard Shue Fly Stakes in February at Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino. The ideal
KFOX 14
How to protest your El Paso County home appraisal before the May 15 deadline
EL PASO, TEXAS (KFOX14/CBS4) — El Paso County property owners who want to challenge the value placed on their homes by the El Paso Central Appraisal District must file a protest before the deadline passes. The deadline to file is May 15 or 30 days from the date on...
KTSM
El Paso County approves bid process for Coliseum property
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – The El Paso County Commissioners Court unanimously approved opening a bid process for management and tourism services at the County Coliseum property during its meeting on Monday, May 11. The vote comes a week after the El Paso Sports Commission, the current operator, made a proposal to investment $12 million […]
KTSM
Montana Vista residents worry over proposed ‘Pecos West’ energy project
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Residents in the Montana Vista area of far East El Paso are raising concerns over a proposed multi-million dollar energy project currently in its planning phases. The project, called “Pecos West,” is being overseen by power grid developer Grid United. It aims to create a bi-directional bridge connecting the western […]
organmountainnews.com
Doña Ana County seeks applicants for Jetport advisory board in Santa Teresa
SANTA TERESA - Doña Ana County is seeking applicants for three openings on the Airport Advisory Board, which helps guide operations, safety and long-term development at the Doña Ana County International Jetport in Santa Teresa. County officials are looking to fill two full three-year terms running from July...