Pecan Acres, Laredo

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Pecan Acres is a quiet, residential neighborhood in Laredo characterized by dense suburban tract housing and a steady, low-key atmosphere. While it offers high flood safety and strong health insurance coverage, residents experience limited privacy due to closely spaced homes and a lack of nearby social amenities.

Key Highlights

Moderate PrivacyLimited Sidewalk AccessSimple, Uniform HousingLimited Pet AmenitiesSemi-rural feelSuburban mixModerate Traffic NoiseNo Industrial PresenceLimited Insurance AccessLargely LiberalDiverse Age RangeModerate Flood Risk
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About Pecan Acres

Pecan Acres serves as a primarily residential enclave within Laredo, defined by its dense suburban layout and standard tract housing. The neighborhood features a landscape dominated by boxy residential architecture, small private yards, and a lack of large public parks. While the area maintains a quiet, suburban rhythm, it is situated within a broader urban context that includes schools and commercial facilities, though it remains largely removed from heavy industrial activity.

Prospective residents should consider the trade-offs of living in a high-density environment where homes are located in close proximity to one another. While the area benefits from relatively high flood safety and stable health insurance coverage, walkability is hampered by large blocks and a lack of shade. The neighborhood is served by the United Independent School District, which is currently undergoing significant administrative and structural transitions, and those seeking a vibrant, walkable social scene may find the quiet nature of the area less suitable for their needs.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 5.3 out of 10

Residential spacing in Pecan Acres is consistent with the Laredo average, featuring detached homes with limited buffers between neighbors. Some areas within the neighborhood exhibit a denser layout where houses are closely packed along a tight urban grid.

Ranked #14 in Laredo →
Walkability
Score: 5.5 out of 10

Pedestrian travel is somewhat hindered by unpaved shoulders and an inconsistent sidewalk network, making walking slightly less convenient than the Laredo average. While some residential blocks offer safer routes, a lack of shade and large block sizes can impact walking comfort.

Ranked #28 in Laredo →
Visual Appeal
Score: 5.1 out of 10

Standard tract housing with simple rooflines and modest yards characterizes this area. Visual variety is limited, and the landscape features more unpaved areas than is typical for Laredo.

Ranked #20 in Laredo →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 4.8 out of 10

Public green spaces and wide walking verges are scarce throughout much of the area, though a large nearby park offers trails for dog owners. Most greenery is contained within private yards, making the neighborhood slightly less dog-friendly than the Laredo average.

Ranked #23 in Laredo →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 6.5 out of 10

Open land and scattered homes provide a semi-rural character that is slightly less dense than the Laredo average. Residents will find a mix of suburban layouts and pockets of greenery according to iHuus data.

Ranked #23 in Laredo →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 5.2 out of 10

Residential streets and green spaces provide a steady rhythm of life with a selection of local dining and social spots that makes this area slightly more active than the Laredo average.

Ranked #4 in Laredo →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 4.5 out of 10

Steady traffic noise from a nearby busy street is common here, though acoustic levels remain higher than the Laredo average. According to iHuus data, the area experiences a consistent level of ambient sound throughout the day.

Ranked #9 in Laredo →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 9.3 out of 10

Industrial facilities and warehouses are absent from this area, providing a strictly residential atmosphere that is notably cleaner of heavy industry than the Laredo average. According to iHuus data, the neighborhood consists primarily of residential and light commercial zones with no detectable industrial hazards.

Ranked #11 in Laredo →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 3.4 out of 10

Health insurance coverage among residents is low and stays roughly in line with the Laredo city average. According to iHuus data, a small portion of the population has access to employer or private health plans.

Ranked #12 in Laredo →
Ideological Lean
Score: 7.5 out of 10

Political leanings in this area trend slightly more liberal than the Laredo average, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #12 in Laredo →
Population Age Profile
Score: 4.4 out of 10

Residents live alongside a balanced mix of young adults, families, and seniors. This demographic distribution is consistent with the broader Laredo area, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #4 in Laredo →
Flood Safety
Score: 4.2 out of 10

Flood risk in this area is higher than the Laredo average, though FEMA has not yet completed a detailed study to provide a definitive assessment. Residents should remain aware of potential vulnerabilities since the precise level of risk remains undetermined according to iHuus data.

Ranked #2 in Laredo →

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Walkabilityavg 6.1
Score: 5.5 out of 10
Score: 5.9 out of 10
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Acoustic Comfortavg 3.67
Score: 4.5 out of 10
Score: 4.1 out of 10
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Privacy Indexavg 5.28
Score: 5.3 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
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Visual Appealavg 5.44
Score: 5.1 out of 10
Score: 6 out of 10
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Dog Friendlinessavg 5.14
Score: 4.8 out of 10
Score: 5.9 out of 10
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.82
Score: 6.5 out of 10
Score: 6.5 out of 10
Neighborhood Vibeavg 4.56
Score: 5.2 out of 10
Score: 4.9 out of 10
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 3.33
Score: 3.4 out of 10
Score: 4.7 out of 10
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Air Quality
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Industrial Proximityavg 7.34
Score: 9.3 out of 10
Score: 7.9 out of 10
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Flood Safetyavg 2.19
Score: 4.2 out of 10
Score: 3.7 out of 10
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Ideological Leanavg 7.18
Score: 7.5 out of 10
Score: 7 out of 10
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Population Age Profileavg 4.36
Score: 4.4 out of 10
Score: 4.6 out of 10
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Fire Safety
Score: not available
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School Quality
Score: not available
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School Districts Serving Pecan Acres

United Independent School District
Grades K–1251 schoolsRatings 6–10/10
5/10
San Isidro ElElementary
10/10
Freedom ElElementary
10/10
Ruiz ElElementary
10/10
Nye ElElementary
10/10
Juarez/Lincoln ElElementary
10/10
Newman ElElementary
10/10
Col Santos Benavides ElElementary
10/10
Trautmann MiddleMiddle
10/10
Barbara Fasken ElElementary
10/10
Clark ElElementary
10/10
United H SHigh
10/10
Kazen ElElementary
10/10
Trautmann ElElementary
10/10
United MiddleMiddle
10/10
United South H SHigh
10/10
John B Alexander H SHigh
10/10
Charles Borchers ElElementary
10/10
Juan Roberto Ramirez MiddleMiddle
8/10
Roberto J Santos ElElementary
8/10
Amparo Gutierrez ElElementary
8/10
George Washington MiddleMiddle
8/10
Kennedy Zapata ElElementary
8/10
Los Obispos MiddleMiddle
8/10
Henry Cuellar ElElementary
8/10
Lamar Bruni Vergara MiddleMiddle
8/10
Bonnie L Garcia ElElementary
8/10
Rodolfo C Centeno ElElementary
8/10
Dr Malakoff ElElementary
8/10
Radcliffe & Sue Killam ElElementary
8/10
Veterans Memorial ElElementary
8/10
Elias Herrera MiddleMiddle
8/10
Raul Perales MiddleMiddle
8/10
Ricardo Molina MiddleMiddle
8/10
United South MiddleMiddle
8/10
Salinas ElElementary
8/10
Matias De Llano ElElementary
8/10
Sigifredo Perez ElElementary
8/10
Prada ElElementary
8/10
Clark MiddleMiddle
8/10
Franklin D Roosevelt ElElementary
8/10
Judith Zaffirini ElElementary
8/10
Julia Bird Jones Muller ElElementary
8/10
John W Arndt ElElementary
8/10
Lyndon B JohnsonHigh
8/10
Antonio Gonzalez MiddleMiddle
8/10
Salvador Garcia MiddleMiddle
6/10
Finley ElElementary
6/10
Youth Recovery HomeSecondary
Not rated
United Step AcademyHigh
Not rated
Youth Village Detention CenterSecondary
Not rated
Juvenille Justice Alternative ProgramHigh
Not rated

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pecan Acres a walkable neighborhood?
While the neighborhood features sidewalks along its residential streets, walkability is limited by large block sizes and a lack of shade, making it less convenient for pedestrians to access amenities on foot.
What is the housing style in Pecan Acres?
The area consists primarily of standard suburban tract housing. These homes are typically characterized by boxy roof designs and small private yards, situated in a high-density layout where houses are often less than 10 meters apart.
Which school district serves the Pecan Acres area?
Residents are served by the United Independent School District. The district is currently navigating a period of transition involving budget consolidations and demographic shifts, though it maintains a focus on college readiness and special education.