Central El Paso

Central El Paso, Texas is where El Paso’s heart beats strongest—rich in history, full of charm, and powered by the small businesses and families that built the city. From the iconic architecture of the Sunset Heights Historic District to the vibrant neighborhoods surrounding El Paso High School and Memorial Park, this area blends the past and present like nowhere else. The most sought-after subdivision, Kern Place, also finds its home in Central El Paso—famous for its historic homes, walkability, and proximity to UTEP and the buzzing Cincinnati Entertainment District. Central El Paso is home to countless local gems—family-run bakeries, vintage boutiques, mom-and-pop restaurants, and barbershops that have been serving generations. It’s the backbone of the city, and you feel that pride on every block. Residents enjoy parks like Memorial Park and the El Paso Municipal Rose Garden, plus entertainment hubs like the historic Plaza Theatre and the bustling San Jacinto Plaza. Sports lovers can catch an El Paso Chihuahuas baseball game at Southwest University Park or tee off at Ascarate Golf Course just minutes away. For recreation, there’s the Armijo Aquatic Center, tennis courts, basketball gyms, and youth leagues throughout the area. Education is another major highlight, with access to top-rated magnet programs through El Paso ISD—like El Paso High School, Silva Health Magnet, and the Young Women’s Academy—as well as proximity to the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) and El Paso Community College. With walkable streets, easy access to Fort Bliss, Downtown, I-10, and US-54, Central El Paso is ideal for military families, commuters, students, and anyone who values community, culture, and connection. If you want to live somewhere with soul, Central El Paso is where history meets hustle—and where El Paso truly began.