A Local Look at Broderick & Calvert

About Broderick & Calvert

Mornings around Broderick & Calvert often start with a quick coffee run at Farmer Brothers Coffee a few minutes away, then a stop at La Tienda for groceries before the day gets going. It’s the kind of Odessa pocket where errands don’t feel like a trek, with the Ector County Library close by and familiar local landmarks like the Ector Theatre and White-Pool House sitting just up the road when you want something beyond the usual routine.

Broderick & Calvert sits in the middle of a web of long-established Odessa neighborhoods, which gives it a “lived-in” feel rather than a master-planned polish. The streetscape reads as practical and West Texas straightforward: everyday homes, neighbors who recognize each other’s cars, and a pattern of quick drives to the places people actually use. With the ZIP area’s population at 35,174, it’s not a tiny enclave, but it still comes across as a community where local institutions and school campuses shape the rhythm of the week.

Housing here is defined by attainability more than flash. In the 79763 area, the typical home value sits around $132,500, which is a big reason first-time buyers and budget-conscious move-up buyers keep this part of Odessa on their shortlist. The area also leans owner-occupied in daily feel, with a homeownership rate around 70.4%, so you’ll notice pride-of-place in how folks maintain yards and keep an eye on the block.

Families and students are tied closely to Ector County ISD campuses nearby, including ODESSA COLLEGIATE ACADEMY EARLY COLLEGE H S and ODESSA CAREER AND TECHNICAL EARLY COLLEGE H S, both rated A and within a short drive. That access to specialized high school options is part of what sets this area apart in the broader Odessa landscape, especially for households that want choices without crossing town.

In practice, Broderick & Calvert tends to attract people who want Odessa convenience without paying for a high-end address: homeowners looking for a manageable mortgage, renters keeping an eye on value, and families who like having Comanche Trail Playground and the Comanche Trail West Soccer Complex close enough to become a weekend habit.

Living in Broderick & Calvert Day to Day

Life in Broderick & Calvert is shaped by simple, repeatable routines: school drop-offs, quick grocery runs, and evenings that revolve around nearby parks and sports facilities. With a median age of 33.2 in the surrounding ZIP area, the neighborhood reads young and active, and you’ll see that in how often people are heading toward soccer fields, tennis courts, and after-school programs instead of driving across Odessa for recreation.

Homeownership is a defining part of the vibe here. About 70.4% of residents own, and the broader housing mix includes 14,914 housing units with owner-occupied and renter households side by side. That blend shows up on the street as a mix of longer-term neighbors and newer arrivals getting established. A typical home value around $132,500 keeps the conversation focused on practicality—buyers often look for solid fundamentals and the chance to update over time rather than paying for everything to be turnkey.

When it’s time to get outside, the nearby Comanche Trail Playground is the easy default, and the McKinney Park Sprayground adds a warm-weather destination that feels very Odessa in the summer. For organized sports and fitness, it’s hard to overstate how much is packed close: Comanche Trail West Soccer Complex, Floyd Gwin Soccer Park, Bob Clark Tennis Center, and the City of Odessa Fitness Center are all convenient. Even if you’re not on a team, these places set the tone—weekends feel active, and evenings often include a walk, a practice, or a quick workout at spots like Crossfit 432 or Planet Fitness.

Food and coffee are woven into the local pattern, too. Farmer Brothers Coffee is an easy nearby stop, and you’ve got options like Scooter's Coffeehouse, Neon Tiger Coffee, and HTeaO when you want something different without changing your whole route. Grocery trips are straightforward with La Tienda close by, plus big weekly-stock-up choices like Walmart Supercenter, United Supermarkets, Supermercado El Rancho, and H-E-B within a few miles.

Commutes here tend to be car-based, which matches the broader pattern in the area where 82.5% of workers drive alone and only 3.1% work from home. That reality makes convenience matters—being near schools, parks, and daily shopping is a lifestyle advantage. With median household income around $56,877 and per capita income at $28,990 in the ZIP area, Broderick & Calvert often appeals to households that want Odessa access to schools and city services while keeping monthly costs grounded in reality.

Everyday Amenities Close to Home

Broderick & Calvert residents have an unusually practical set of nearby amenities that fit real life. For a quick caffeine routine, Farmer Brothers Coffee is close enough to become a weekday habit, while Scooter's Coffeehouse, Starbucks, and Neon Tiger Coffee give you options when you want a different stop. When dinner needs to be simple, places like Flores Cafe and PH Pho House are easy to work into the week without a big drive.

Recreation is one of the strongest “quality of life” perks in this pocket of Odessa. Comanche Trail Playground is nearby for low-key evenings, and the Comanche Trail West Soccer Complex, Floyd Gwin Soccer Park, and Bob Clark Tennis Center keep weekends busy with practices and pick-up games. For culture and a change of pace, the Ector Theatre and the White-Pool House sit close by, and the Globe Theatre of the Great Southwest adds another local venue when you want a night out that still feels neighborhood-adjacent.

Neighborhoods Near Broderick & Calvert

One of the reasons Broderick & Calvert feels so connected is how many established Odessa neighborhoods sit right around it. Bingham, Moreno Addition, and Delgado Subdivision are essentially next door, which means the day-to-day footprint extends beyond a single set of streets—neighbors often share the same coffee stops, parks, and school routes.

A little farther out, you’ll run into Bankhead and Adam nearby, plus familiar names like West Waddell Addition, TESCO, Spur, and Beacon. Continental EMSCO, Byrens, and McMillan also ring the area, giving Broderick & Calvert a central, “in the mix” feel rather than a tucked-away edge-of-town location. If you like living where Odessa’s amenities and civic buildings are genuinely close, this cluster of neighborhoods delivers that kind of connectedness.

Local Resources Near Broderick & Calvert

For public services and everyday support, Broderick & Calvert benefits from being close to Odessa’s civic core. Odessa City Hall is nearby, with Municeipal Plaza also close for city-related needs. County business is straightforward too, with the Ector County Courthouse nearby and County of Ector (Ector County District Attorney Office) within a short drive when paperwork and official tasks come up.

Families and homeowners also appreciate how accessible school administration and property information are. Ector County Isd is close by, which matters if you’re managing transfers, magnet programs, or enrollment details for campuses like EL MAGNET AT HAYS or the early college high schools. For property value and exemption questions, the Ector County Appraisal District is nearby, and the Ector County Library gives the area a useful, day-to-day community anchor.

Public safety resources are present close to home as well, with Odessa Fire Rescue nearby and additional services like Absolute Fire Protection in the area. That proximity doesn’t replace personal precautions, but it does add a layer of practical reassurance for residents who want essential services within a short drive.

Frequently Asked Questions About Broderick & Calvert

Is Broderick & Calvert a good place to live?

Broderick & Calvert can be a solid place to live if you want Odessa convenience with a down-to-earth, established feel. In the 79763 area, the typical home value is around $132,500, which helps many buyers get into homeownership without stretching as far as in higher-priced pockets. The neighborhood also leans stable in day-to-day character, with about 70.4% homeownership. Daily life is anchored by nearby basics—La Tienda, Walmart Supercenter, United Supermarkets, and H-E-B for groceries—and by recreation like Comanche Trail Playground and the Comanche Trail West Soccer Complex for after-school and weekend routines.

Is Broderick & Calvert safe?

Safety in Broderick & Calvert is best thought of as block-by-block, like much of central Odessa, and most residents rely on practical habits: knowing neighbors, keeping exterior lighting up, and staying aware around busy corridors. The area does benefit from nearby civic infrastructure, including Odessa Fire Rescue close to the neighborhood, which can be reassuring from an emergency-response standpoint. For buyers, the smartest approach is to visit at different times of day, talk with nearby residents, and consider how close you want to be to parks and school campuses that bring more activity. An agent familiar with the immediate streets around Broderick & Calvert can help you compare micro-locations.

How are the schools in Broderick & Calvert?

Broderick & Calvert sits near a deep bench of Ector County ISD options, including several highly rated campuses. ODESSA COLLEGIATE ACADEMY EARLY COLLEGE H S (A, grades 9–12) is about a mile away, and ODESSA CAREER AND TECHNICAL EARLY COLLEGE H S (A, grades 9–12) is also close, giving students specialized pathways without a long commute. For elementary, families have choices like LAMAR EARLY EE-KG (A) and CARVER EARLY EE-KG (A), along with EL MAGNET AT HAYS (A) and EL MAGNET AT REAGAN EL (A). There are also additional nearby options with B ratings such as EL MAGNET AT MILAM EL and GALE POND ALAMO EL, plus Bowie Middle (C) in the area for grades 6–8.

What is the cost of living in Broderick & Calvert?

The cost of living around Broderick & Calvert tends to run below the national norm. Using the Regional Price Parity approach where 100 equals the U.S. average, the overall cost of living index is 93.9, meaning many day-to-day expenses land a bit lower than typical across the country. Housing is also discounted compared to the national baseline with a housing index of 89.7, which lines up with the area’s typical home value around $132,500. Goods come in near 93.8, while utilities stand out as especially favorable at 82.9, a meaningful difference during long West Texas cooling seasons. On the tax side, property taxes are a key piece of the budget in Odessa. The City of Odessa property tax rate is $0.4707 per $100 of valuation, and the Ector County rate is $0.4390 per $100. Combined, those two come out to an estimated $0.9097 per $100 before adding any school district or other local taxing units. A local lender or tax professional can help you estimate the full bill for a specific address, but it’s important to plan for school taxes on top of the city and county. The upside for many households is that Texas has no state income tax, which can help offset the feel of property taxes in the monthly budget.

Is Broderick & Calvert good for families?

Broderick & Calvert works well for many families because so much of the weekly routine is close by. Parks and sports are a big draw, with Comanche Trail Playground nearby and the Comanche Trail West Soccer Complex and Floyd Gwin Soccer Park making it easy to keep kids active without long drives. School choices are also a strength in this area, with multiple Ector County ISD campuses nearby, including A-rated options like LAMAR EARLY EE-KG and EL MAGNET AT HAYS, plus early college pathways at ODESSA COLLEGIATE ACADEMY EARLY COLLEGE H S. With 20.8% of the ZIP population under 18, this is an area where family schedules feel normal and supported by nearby amenities.

What is Broderick & Calvert known for?

Broderick & Calvert is known more for central Odessa practicality than for being a showpiece neighborhood. What stands out is how close you are to places residents actually use: the Ector County Library for study time and community programs, the Ector Theatre and White-Pool House for a quick cultural reset, and an unusually dense cluster of sports facilities like Bob Clark Tennis Center and the Comanche Trail West Soccer Complex. The broader 79763 area is also strongly shaped by Hispanic heritage, with 75.5% of residents identifying as Hispanic, and you feel that in the everyday rhythm of local shopping and dining. It’s a neighborhood that earns its reputation through convenience, community ties, and routines rather than hype.

What are things to do near Broderick & Calvert?

For a low-key weekend near Broderick & Calvert, it’s easy to build a full day without leaving the area. Start with coffee at Farmer Brothers Coffee or Neon Tiger Coffee, then head out to Comanche Trail Playground or the McKinney Park Sprayground if the weather’s warm. If sports are part of your routine, the Comanche Trail West Soccer Complex and Floyd Gwin Soccer Park are close, and Bob Clark Tennis Center is nearby for matches and practice. When you want an evening out, the Ector Theatre is a local favorite, and the Globe Theatre of the Great Southwest offers another nearby option for performances. For food, Flores Cafe and PH Pho House are easy choices, and you can grab something quick at HTeaO on the way home.

What ZIP code is Broderick & Calvert in?

Broderick & Calvert is in ZIP code 79763. If you’re comparing homes, confirming the exact ZIP and school assignments by address is still a smart step.

Thinking About Buying or Selling in Broderick & Calvert?

If you’re curious about homes around Broderick & Calvert, a local Odessa agent can walk you through what’s selling, what needs updating, and which nearby school options fit your plans. Reach out for a neighborhood-specific game plan based on your budget and timeline.