A South Laredo Pocket of Parks, Schools, and Everyday Convenience

About Pecan Acres

Morning in Pecan Acres often starts close to the action: a quick stop for a cafecito at Sweet Crepes & Coffee about a mile away, then a drop-off run past a cluster of highly rated campuses like Santo Nino EL and H B Zachry EL, both roughly six-tenths of a mile from the neighborhood. The area feels distinctly South Laredo, with sports fields and neighborhood parks woven into the routine, from Santo Nino Park a short walk away to the bigger green space at Independence Hills Regional Park. With Doctors Hospital Emergency Room South less than a mile from many homes, the neighborhood reads as practical and well-placed for day-to-day life.

Pecan Acres sits in the 78046 ZIP, an area with 72,951 residents and a notably youthful median age of 26. That age profile shows up in the pace of the neighborhood: afternoons at George Washington Park, evenings around the skate features at Cigarroa Skate Park, and weekends that revolve around youth sports at Freddie Benavides Sports Complex and the nearby Maria Elida Benavides Sport Complex. The community is strongly rooted in homeownership, with 79.4% of households owning, which helps explain why yards and curb appeal tend to get attention and why neighbors often know each other by face.

Housing here is approachable by Laredo standards, anchored by an average home value of $150,600 in the surrounding ZIP. That price point, paired with a median household income of $55,826, is a big part of the neighborhood’s appeal for buyers who want a straightforward path to ownership without giving up access to parks, groceries, and schools. The streetscape feels residential first, with quick drives to everyday errands at H-E-B around 1.1 miles away or the Walmart Supercenter a little over two miles out.

Community life is shaped by schools and recreation. While the neighborhood is associated with Laredo ISD, families in this part of South Laredo also recognize nearby options like Ruiz EL and United South H S close by. That mix of campuses, parks, and fitness spots creates a dependable rhythm: after-school time at Century City Park, an evening workout at Rock Fitness Center, and Saturday mornings that might include a library run to the Sophie Christen McKendrick Francisco Ochoa Fernando A. Salinas Branch Library. Pecan Acres tends to draw residents who want a grounded, neighborhood-first lifestyle with services and activities close enough to feel like extensions of the block.

Living in Pecan Acres: Day-to-Day in 78046

Living in Pecan Acres is about having a residential home base with a long list of “five-minutes-or-less” options nearby. When you’re not at home, a lot of local life spills into the park system around you: Santo Nino Park sits about four-tenths of a mile away, George Washington Park is about half a mile, and Independence Hills Regional Park is close enough to become the default spot for evening walks and weekend hangouts. If you prefer a more structured workout, places like Cigarroa Recreation Center around a mile out and the Caroll E. Summers Jr. Aquatic Center about 1.6 miles away keep recreation from feeling like a special trip.

Homeownership is a defining trait here, with a 79.4% owner-occupied rate in the area, so you’ll notice the pride-of-place that comes with neighbors planning around long-term stays. The surrounding ZIP’s average home value of $150,600 gives buyers a realistic entry point into the Laredo market, and it fits a local profile where the median household income is $55,826. For renters, the ZIP’s median gross rent of $1,086 a month provides a reference point for what leasing tends to look like nearby, especially for households that want to stay close to schools and parks.

School routines are central to weekday life. Multiple A-rated elementary campuses are clustered within a few miles, including Santo Nino EL and H B Zachry EL about 0.6 miles away, plus J Kawas EL at about 0.7 miles and Ryan EL at about 2.5 miles. High school options nearby include Nixon H S around 3.1 miles and Martin H S around 3.7 miles, both rated A. Even if you’re focused on Laredo ISD, it’s hard not to notice how close United ISD campuses like United South H S are in the broader area, reinforcing how education and athletics shape the pace of South Laredo.

Errands and coffee runs are easy to work into the day. H-E-B is roughly 1.1 miles away for weekly groceries, and a second H-E-B and Walmart Supercenter sit around the 2.2-mile mark for bigger trips. Coffee has its own circuit: Rise & Grind Cafe, Cafecito First, and Victorian Cafe are all within about two miles, with Starbucks options a little farther out. Evenings can be as low-key as meeting friends at Iturbide Pool House around 2.9 miles away.

Commuting patterns reflect a car-first area. In the surrounding ZIP, 83.2% of workers drive alone, and only 4.0% work from home, so most households plan life around school pickup lines, grocery runs, and quick drives to sports practices. The neighborhood also sits in a community where 28.1% of residents are under 18, which you can feel in the steady calendar of practices, park visits, and family gatherings—especially around the larger fields and facilities near UISD Stadium and the Bill Johnson Student Activity Center.

Things to Do Near Pecan Acres

Pecan Acres is surrounded by parks that make it easy to get outside without planning your whole day around it. Santo Nino Park and George Washington Park are both under a mile, while Independence Hills Regional Park is close enough to become a regular stop for evening laps and weekend meetups. If you’ve got kids (or just like watching local games), the nearby Freddie Benavides Sports Complex and Maria Elida Benavides Sport Complex keep the area active, and Cigarroa Skate Park gives teens a place that feels designed for them.

For everyday outings, coffee is close and varied. Sweet Crepes & Coffee is about a mile away, and Rise & Grind Cafe and Cafecito First are both within about a mile and a half, which makes it easy to turn a quick errand into a short break. Grocery runs stay simple with H-E-B about 1.1 miles away and larger trips to Walmart Supercenter a little over two miles out. When you want a quieter reset, the South Laredo Nature and Birding Center around 2.2 miles away and Las Palmas Bird Sanctuary around 2.7 miles offer a different side of the neighborhood’s surroundings.

Neighborhoods Near Pecan Acres

Pecan Acres sits among a tight cluster of South Laredo neighborhoods where boundaries feel more like a shift in street patterns than a major change in lifestyle. Los Pinos and Pinecrest are both about two-tenths of a mile away, making them the closest “next-door” options for buyers who like this side of 78046 and want to stay near the same parks, schools, and shopping runs.

A little farther out, George Washington and Las Americas are both within about four-tenths of a mile, and the pull of Century City shows up quickly with Century City itself about 0.6 miles away and Parkview at Century City around 0.7. If your weekends revolve around green space, Santo Niño and Independence Hills, both about 0.7 miles away, keep you close to Independence Hills Regional Park and the surrounding recreation hubs. For shoppers and commuters who like being near major everyday services, Cuatro Vientos Norte and Freedom Park sit within about a mile, and Southgate II The Plaza around 1.1 miles adds another nearby pocket of South Laredo living.

Local Resources and Services Nearby

For families in Pecan Acres, school support is a major local resource, with the neighborhood tied to Laredo ISD and a deep bench of nearby campuses. Elementary options like Santo Nino EL, H B Zachry EL, J Kawas EL, and Ryan EL are all within a short drive, and A-rated high schools such as Nixon H S and Martin H S are close enough to keep commutes manageable. For learning and study time outside school, the Sophie Christen McKendrick Francisco Ochoa Fernando A. Salinas Branch Library sits about 1.2 miles away, giving students and remote task-doers a reliable quiet space.

Public safety and emergency services are close at hand in practical ways. Doctors Hospital Emergency Room South is about 0.6 miles away, which matters when you’re thinking about everyday peace of mind. For city services and administrative needs, City of Laredo City Hall Annex is around 1.7 miles away, while City of Laredo - Government and City of Laredo Community Development are both about 3.4 miles out.

County-level services are also within a short drive, including the County Clerk and Webb-County offices around 3.4 miles away, the Webb-County courthouse about 3.5 miles away, and the Tax Assessor Collector around 3.5 miles away. When you need law enforcement resources beyond neighborhood patrols, the Laredo Police Department is roughly four miles away, and USPS services are about 3.5 miles away for mailing and PO box needs.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pecan Acres

Is Pecan Acres a good place to live?

Pecan Acres works well for buyers who want a South Laredo lifestyle anchored by parks, schools, and simple errands. In the surrounding 78046 area, the average home value is $150,600 and homeownership runs high at 79.4%, so it’s a place where many residents are planting roots rather than cycling in and out. Daily life is built around nearby green space like Santo Nino Park and Independence Hills Regional Park, plus easy basics like H-E-B about 1.1 miles away. The ZIP’s median age of 26 and the large share of residents under 18 (28.1%) give the neighborhood an active, family-and-school-centered rhythm.

Is Pecan Acres safe?

Specific crime statistics aren’t provided, so it’s not possible to quantify safety for Pecan Acres from the data here. What can be said is that the neighborhood sits close to civic and emergency infrastructure that residents typically factor into peace of mind, including Doctors Hospital Emergency Room South around 0.6 miles away and the City of Laredo City Hall Annex about 1.7 miles away. In practice, many established, owner-occupied areas like this part of 78046, where 79.4% own their homes, tend to develop a “neighbors notice things” culture—people recognize cars, keep an eye on nearby parks, and stay connected through school communities and sports schedules.

How are the schools in Pecan Acres?

Families near Pecan Acres have strong school options close by, with many nearby campuses carrying A ratings. The neighborhood is associated with Laredo ISD, and nearby Laredo ISD elementaries include Santo Nino EL and H B Zachry EL (both about 0.6 miles away), J Kawas EL (about 0.7 miles), and Ryan EL (about 2.5 miles). For older students, A-rated high schools in Laredo ISD include Nixon H S (about 3.1 miles) and Martin H S (about 3.7 miles). You’ll also notice United ISD schools nearby, including Ruiz EL (about 0.1 miles) and United South H S (about 0.6 miles), which adds context to how education options cluster in this part of South Laredo.

What is the cost of living in Pecan Acres?

Living costs around Pecan Acres compare favorably to the U.S. average when you look at the regional price parity index, where 100 represents the national baseline. The all-items cost of living index is 87.0, which generally means day-to-day expenses trend lower than the U.S. average. Housing is a standout, with a housing index of 59.7, pointing to substantially lower housing costs than the national norm, which fits the area’s $150,600 average home value. Goods come in at 93.8, a bit below average, and utilities at 80.6, also below average. On the property tax side, local rates are typically a meaningful part of the budget. The City of Laredo property tax rate is $0.5061 per $100 of valuation, Webb County’s rate is $0.3825 per $100, and Laredo ISD’s school district rate is $1.1568 per $100. Combined, that’s an estimated $2.0454 per $100 valuation. While property taxes can be a larger line item in Texas, residents also benefit from Texas having no state income tax, which can help balance the overall cost picture for many households.

Is Pecan Acres good for families?

Pecan Acres is a strong fit for many families largely because the surrounding area is built around youth-focused amenities and quick access to schools. The 78046 ZIP has 28.1% of residents under 18, and you feel that in the constant movement between parks and campuses. Santo Nino Park and George Washington Park are both under a mile, and bigger outings often land at Independence Hills Regional Park. Sports are easy to keep in the weekly routine with Freddie Benavides Sports Complex and Maria Elida Benavides Sport Complex nearby. Families also have a wide range of A-rated schools close to home, including Santo Nino EL and H B Zachry EL around 0.6 miles away, plus A-rated high schools like Nixon H S within a short drive.

What is Pecan Acres known for?

Pecan Acres is known locally for being tucked into a very active South Laredo network of parks, sports facilities, and highly rated schools. It’s the kind of area where Santo Nino Park and George Washington Park are everyday extensions of the neighborhood, and weekends often revolve around Freddie Benavides Sports Complex, Cigarroa Recreation Center, or even the nearby UISD Stadium area for athletics. The neighborhood also sits in a part of 78046 that’s overwhelmingly Hispanic at 97.3%, which influences the food, the school community culture, and the way families gather. Convenience is part of the identity too, with H-E-B roughly a mile away and a steady lineup of coffee stops like Sweet Crepes & Coffee and Rise & Grind Cafe nearby.

What are things to do near Pecan Acres?

Near Pecan Acres, most “things to do” are woven into parks, sports, and casual neighborhood hangouts. For outdoor time, residents bounce between Santo Nino Park, George Washington Park, and Independence Hills Regional Park, with Century City Park and Mario B. Tijerina Park also close by. If you’re looking for activity-based fun, Cigarroa Skate Park is nearby, and facilities like the Caroll E. Summers Jr. Aquatic Center and George Pappas Tennis Center add variety. Coffee runs are a local routine, with Sweet Crepes & Coffee about a mile away and spots like Rise & Grind Cafe, Cafecito First, and Victorian Cafe within roughly two miles. For a laid-back night out, Iturbide Pool House sits around 2.9 miles from the neighborhood.

What ZIP code is Pecan Acres in?

Pecan Acres is in ZIP code 78046. This ZIP covers a large portion of South Laredo and includes many nearby parks, schools, and shopping options.

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