Holloway: Everyday Midland, Close to the Action

About Holloway

In Holloway, the day-to-day rhythm feels distinctly central Midland: morning drop-offs and quick errands are measured in minutes, with the Midland Police Department about a half-mile away and the Midland County Courthouse sitting roughly a mile from the neighborhood. The 79701 ZIP puts you in the middle of the city’s established grid, where it’s easy to build routines around nearby staples like Hawaiian Breeze for a quick grocery run and Leyenda Coffee & Tequila when you want something more social than a drive-thru.

This is an area where the housing conversation stays grounded in reality. With an average home value of $214,700 in the ZIP, Holloway draws buyers who want a Midland address that still leaves room in the budget for updates, landscaping, or just breathing room in monthly expenses. A lot of residents are owners rather than renters, with a 67.0% homeownership rate that shows up in the way people keep up front yards and look out for the block.

Holloway’s community is shaped by the schools that sit close enough to become part of weekly life. Midland ISD campuses like CARVER CENTER (rated A and about 0.9 miles away) and the YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated A and about a mile away) anchor the area for families thinking ahead, while MIDLAND H S is close enough that Friday night plans often line up with school calendars. That proximity matters in a neighborhood where the median age is 32.9, and households often balance work schedules with kid schedules.

The broader 79701 mix gives Holloway a real Midland identity, too. The ZIP is 60.9% Hispanic, and you feel that in everyday stops like Bernard 's Tortillas Factory and Fiesta Foods, where regulars know what they’re picking up before they’re even through the door. It’s not a curated “destination” district; it’s a lived-in part of town where people commute, study, train at the Central YMCA, and meet up at places like Hot Shots or The Patio Drafthouse when the week winds down.

Holloway tends to fit residents who want to stay close to Midland’s civic core and Midland ISD options, appreciate a neighborhood with an owner-occupied backbone, and like having coffee, groceries, and gyms close enough that plans can be made last-minute without feeling scattered across town.

Living in Holloway

Living in Holloway is about being able to keep life moving without spending it in the car. In 79701, a quick coffee run can mean Far West Coffee around the corner, Cpl. Ray's Midland under a mile away, or River Coffee Co. when you want to linger a bit longer. Grocery errands aren’t a production either, with Hawaiian Breeze nearby and options like Fiesta Foods, Sundown Market, and Lowe's Mercado clustered close enough that you can shop based on what you’re cooking that night rather than which side of town you’re willing to drive.

Housing here tends to appeal to buyers who want Midland ownership without stretching. The area’s average home value sits at $214,700, and the neighborhood’s 67.0% homeownership rate gives many streets a steady, neighborly feel. In a ZIP with 11,360 housing units and a meaningful renter presence as well, Holloway works for people at different stages, from first-time buyers to long-time locals who’ve watched central Midland change and prefer to stay near familiar landmarks.

For families and students, Holloway’s advantage is how many school options sit within a short radius in Midland ISD. CARVER CENTER and SAM HOUSTON COLLEGIATE PREPARATORY EL both carry A ratings, and the YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (grades 06-12) gives a distinctive pathway close to home. High school choices range from EARLY COLLEGE H S AT MIDLAND COLLEGE, also rated A, to MIDLAND H S nearby, which can make logistics simpler when you’re juggling activities across grade levels.

Health, fitness, and after-work routines are easy to build. The Central YMCA is about half a mile away for workouts that don’t require planning your whole evening around traffic, and the M.L.K. Community Center is close enough to become part of a weekly schedule. If your idea of “exercise” is more structured, spots like Hiit4fit, MMA Gym, and Iron Will Strength Gym are all nearby, which is why you’ll see people swapping gym clothes for work clothes in the same afternoon.

Commute patterns in the area reflect Midland’s broader work style, with 77.0% of workers driving alone and about 6.1% working from home. The median household income in the ZIP is $57,346, and that working, practical mindset shows up in how residents use the neighborhood: early morning coffee, quick school drop-offs, evening grocery runs, and weekend meetups at The Bar or Lone Star Bar when it’s time to catch up with friends close to home.

Things to Do Near Holloway

Holloway’s best amenities are the ones you’ll actually use on a normal week. Leyenda Coffee & Tequila is close enough for a casual meet-up that doesn’t require planning, and the nearby coffee lineup runs from Far West Coffee to Black Rifle Coffee Company and Dutch Bros Coffee when you want something fast. When you’re heading out later, Hot Shots, Lone Star Bar, and The Bar sit about 1.1 miles away, giving the area a consistent “grab a drink without crossing town” option.

Errands and wellness fit into the same tight radius. Hawaiian Breeze is practically a neighborhood stop, and if you like shopping local, Bernard 's Tortillas Factory and La Esperanza Meat Market add real flavor to weeknight meal planning. For workouts, the Central YMCA is a go-to close by, with additional training options like Midland's Martial Arts & Kick Boxing Center and Texas Top Team when you want something more specialized.

Neighborhoods Near Holloway

Holloway sits in the middle of a cluster of established central Midland neighborhoods, so the boundaries blend in a way locals recognize. Edwards is right next door, and you’ll also run into familiar streets and routines spilling over from Russell High and W. W. Harris, which helps the area feel connected rather than isolated.

Just a few blocks out, Glendale, Carol Magee, Moran, and Weyman form a ring of nearby options that can change the feel of a home search without changing your daily drive times much. Progress Park, Richardson's Abilene Street, Westwood Village, Best, and Atrium are also close, which is why buyers who like Holloway often keep an eye on adjacent neighborhoods for the same central access to Midland ISD schools, gyms, and everyday shopping.

Local Resources Around Holloway

Being close to civic services is part of Holloway’s convenience factor. The Midland Police Department is about 0.5 miles away, and the Midland County Sheriff is roughly 1.1 miles out, placing key services right in the neighborhood’s orbit. For county needs, the Midland County Courthouse is nearby, and the Tax Assessor office for Midland County is close enough that handling paperwork doesn’t have to turn into a half-day project.

For families, Midland ISD is the local district, and the Midland Isd offices are about 1.1 miles away, which is helpful during enrollment season or when you need district support. Library access is also easy, with Midland County Public Libraries (Midland County Public Library) around a mile away, plus additional Midland County Public Library locations a bit farther out.

On the practical side, Midland Memorial Hospital-ER is about 2 miles away, and fire services include Midland Fire Department Station 3 nearby along with the Midland Downtown Lions Club Fire Museum. When it’s time to protest values or check records, the Midland Central Appraisal District is available within the metro area.

Frequently Asked Questions About Holloway

Is Holloway a good place to live?

Holloway is a solid choice for buyers who want central Midland convenience with a grounded price point. In the 79701 area, the average home value is $214,700, and the 67.0% homeownership rate gives many streets a stable, long-term feel. Daily life is easy to organize around nearby essentials like Hawaiian Breeze, Fiesta Foods, and the Central YMCA, and families have Midland ISD options close by, including CARVER CENTER and the YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY, both rated A. With a median age of 32.9, the neighborhood skews toward working households building routines around school, commuting, and nearby services.

Is Holloway safe?

Specific crime statistics weren’t provided, so it’s best to evaluate safety street-by-street and at different times of day. What Holloway does have is proximity to community infrastructure: the Midland Police Department is about 0.5 miles away, and the Midland County Sheriff is roughly 1.1 miles away, which can support quicker visibility and response in the broader area. The neighborhood’s 67.0% homeownership rate also tends to correlate with neighbors being more invested in property upkeep and watching out for what’s normal on their block. If safety is a top priority, a local agent can help you compare micro-areas and typical activity patterns around schools and nearby businesses.

How are the schools in Holloway?

Holloway is served by Midland ISD, and one of the biggest advantages is how many campus options sit within a few miles. CARVER CENTER is close at about 0.9 miles and carries an A rating for grades 01-06, while the YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (grades 06-12) is also A-rated and about a mile away. Families looking at advanced pathways often pay attention to EARLY COLLEGE H S AT MIDLAND COLLEGE, an A-rated high school roughly 2.8 miles out. There are also nearby B-rated options like JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY and Midland Academy Charter School, plus campuses such as MIDLAND H S and MIDLAND FRESHMAN H S for traditional routes.

What is the cost of living in Holloway?

Holloway sits in Midland’s 79701 area, where the cost of living index is 91.9, using a scale where 100 equals the US average. That suggests overall day-to-day costs tend to run lower than national norms. Housing stands out even more, with a housing index of 66.7, indicating housing costs are notably below the US benchmark, while goods at 93.7 and utilities at 95.2 are also slightly below average. Property taxes are a meaningful part of the budget in Midland. Based on the provided rates, the city property tax rate is $0.3480 per $100 of valuation, the county rate is $0.1214 per $100, and the Midland ISD school district rate is $0.8415 per $100. Together, the combined estimated property tax rate comes to $1.3109 per $100 valuation. On the income side, Texas has no state income tax, which can help offset the higher property-tax structure for many households, especially when comparing total tax burden to states with both income and property taxes.

Is Holloway good for families?

Holloway can work well for families who want schools and everyday services close together. The area’s school lineup is a major draw, including A-rated CARVER CENTER and the A-rated YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY nearby, both within about a mile. For younger kids and electives, options like JAMES BOWIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY add another educational angle. After-school and weekend routines are easy to build around the Central YMCA and the M.L.K. Community Center, and quick grocery access through places like Fiesta Foods and Lowe's Mercado helps with the practical side of family life. With 20.4% of the population under 18 in the ZIP, families are a visible part of the community fabric.

What is Holloway known for?

Holloway is known locally for being part of central Midland’s everyday corridor, where civic resources, schools, and small businesses are close enough to shape routines. You’re near key institutions like the Midland County Courthouse and the Midland Police Department, and the neighborhood sits in the middle of a dense set of Midland ISD campuses, including CARVER CENTER and MIDLAND H S. The 79701 area’s cultural identity also shows through in neighborhood stops such as Bernard 's Tortillas Factory and Fiesta Foods, reflecting the ZIP’s 60.9% Hispanic population. It’s a practical, lived-in part of town where convenience matters more than flash.

What are things to do near Holloway?

Near Holloway, most “things to do” are the kind that fit into normal life rather than requiring a big plan. Coffee runs can rotate between Leyenda Coffee & Tequila, Far West Coffee, River Coffee Co., and Dutch Bros Coffee depending on your mood and where you’re headed next. For a casual night out, Hot Shots, Lone Star Bar, and The Bar are all about 1.1 miles away, with The Patio Drafthouse a little farther when you want a longer hangout. If you’d rather stay active, the Central YMCA is close, and training-focused spots like Hiit4fit, MMA Gym, and Texas Top Team give you options without leaving central Midland.

What ZIP code is Holloway in?

Holloway is in ZIP code 79701. This ZIP covers a central slice of Midland with close access to Midland ISD schools, civic offices, and everyday shopping.

Interested in Buying or Selling in Holloway?

If you’re considering Holloway, the details that matter most are block-by-block: school proximity, commute patterns, and which nearby stops you’ll actually use. Connect with a local Midland real estate expert to compare Holloway with nearby options like Edwards or Glendale and narrow in on the right fit.