1609 Shell Ave, Midland, TX 79705
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$347,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 28, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,688 sqft

1609 Shell Ave, Midland, TX 79705

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1956
1,688 sqft
$206/sqft
Attached Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1609 Shell Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School3 Middle Schools2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Cozy wood burning fireplaceQuartz countertopsBeautifully remodeled walk-in showerLarge utility roomSpacious primary suite
LIGHT & BRIGHT 3 BEDROOM/ 2 BATH HOME IN OLD MIDLAND! RECENTLY UPDATED THROUGHOUT AND MOVE-IN READY. YOU'LL LOVE THE LIGHT WOOD PLANK VINYL FLOORING, QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS, LARGE UTILITY ROOM, STAINLESS APPLIANCES INCLUDING GAS RANGE & WINE FRIDGE, COZY WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE & ABUNDANT STORAGE SPACE THROUGHOUT! SPACIOUS PRIMARY SUITE OFFERS HIS/HER SINKS + BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED WALK-IN SHOWER. 1 CAR GARAGE, LARGE BACK PORCH & YARD FOR KIDS! *BONUS* WASHER/DRYER/FRIDGE FOR TENANT USE. LANDLORD MAINTAINS THE LAWN!
1609 Shell Ave, Midland, TX 79705 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,688 sqft single-family home built in 1956. More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2025 with an asking price of $2,700 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 18, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $347,900, with a rent estimate of $2,374/month.

Home Details for 1609 Shell Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central, FireplaceAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 12Available: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Attached Garage Covered, On Site

Comparable Sales for 1609 Shell Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1605 N I St, Midland, TX
0.20
Single-Family Home
-
02/27/26
4
2
2,648 sqft
1608 Ventura Ave, Midland, TX
0.63
Single-Family Home
-
07/30/26
3
2
1,797 sqft
1400 W Pecan Ave, Midland, TX
0.60
Single-Family Home
-
01/15/26
3
2
2,148 sqft
1407 Lanham St, Midland, TX
0.71
Single-Family Home
-
09/01/26
3
2
1,899 sqft
1403 Lanham St, Midland, TX
0.72
Single-Family Home
-
10/21/25
3
2
1,890 sqft
2313 W Cuthbert Ave, Midland, TX
0.77
Single-Family Home
-
05/20/26
3
2
1,742 sqft
1909 Huntington St, Midland, TX
0.83
Single-Family Home
-
07/07/26
3
2
1,871 sqft
1006 W Cuthbert Ave, Midland, TX
0.75
Single-Family Home
-
10/07/25
3
2
2,547 sqft
2406 Princeton Ave, Midland, TX
0.70
Single-Family Home
-
04/28/26
4
2.5
2,377 sqft
2615 W Golf Course Rd, Midland, TX
0.83
Single-Family Home
-
10/10/25
3
2
2,152 sqft
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Rental Market Trends in Midland

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,374/mo
Average rent
$2.45K
$25MoM
Available listings
394
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Midland

At least 1267 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 74 % Say parking is easy

  • 73 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 72 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 62 % Say it's quiet

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 42 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 37 % Say there's wildlife

  • 30 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 30 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 24 % Say there are community events

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  • Gabriela Lira
    "We moved from Houston and we decided to move here to midland and we are very content, and comfortable."
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  • Trulia User
    "Diverse culture, very Quiet, nice and peaceful.🥰"
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  • LS2
    "One of the best parts about living in Lone Star Trails II is how convenient the commute is—especially for families. My kids’ school is located right in the neighborhood, which makes mornings so easy and stress-free. We don’t have to deal with long drives or heavy traffic, and it gives us more quality time together each day. It’s a huge plus and one of the reasons we’ve really enjoyed living here."
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  • Jpdiaz_7
    "Quiet and peaceful and quiet and peaceful at home with my family I am so grateful to have a home in the world and to have my family there I love them and I’m glad that you guys have a wonderful time "
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  • Steve
    "Short drive, heavy traffic, usually good weather, uneventful, oilfield traffic, a lot of large vehicles and oversized loads. "
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  • Joshy11282006
    "Good community. Great hidden gem apartments and a growing city. Easy access to loop for fast and easy travels"
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  • Aed6181
    "We’ve lived in this neighborhood for 11 years. People are generally friendly, helpful and watch out for each other."
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  • Trulia User
    "I commute approximately 25-30 minutes for work. However groceries and entertainment is within 5-10 minutes. "
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  • Aed6181
    "I see people walking their dogs all the time. Owners dogs are kept in their yards or house, not running loose, other than an occasional escapee lol"
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  • Pete
    "They hold nice marathons around here every now and then and people are always walking their pets and with their family. It’s calm "
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  • Aed6181
    "Traffic is heavy, roads are poor in some areas due to heavy 18 wheeler traffic supporting the oil and gas industry. The city and county are slowly making progress on repairing and expanding the roads to support the population growth."
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  • NW
    "This is a very family-friendly neighborhood. Families are always outside walking and kids are playing in the front yard and at the park. My family and I have loved living here!"
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  • Trulia User
    "My commute to work is quite short, approximately 20 minutes. My children’s school is about 10 minutes and grocery stores about 5 minutes. "
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  • Unspecified
    "Have lived here for 3 months now & have loved every moment of it & have no regrets living here & will continue to live here for a while now "
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  • Alex Burns
    "I think the neighborhood is great and all the neighbors are friendly, Some cars do speed down the street so be careful if you have small children or animals "
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  • Nicholas Monsevais
    "I’ve lived here 6 years, the area and quality of life is exceptional. The neighbors are always willing to lend a hand if needed. "
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  • Adrian Fierro
    "My area is safe quiet and pleasant to live in. It’s on a busy street but other then rush hour traffic it’s very pleasant "
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  • Donnawells28
    "I’ve never felt unsafe here! Just to many outside people here now that doesn’t take care of there yards "
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  • Trulia User
    "People are great. Housing market is upside down. The houses are too expensive and in poor condition, but the community is strong and supportive."
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  • Donnawells28
    "Some neighbors don’t take care of their dogs ! I personally feel safe in my neighborhood! I just don’t like it here because they have roads under construction at this time "
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  • Yamileg1514
    "It’s a really good area where we are at I use to live there amazing setting and people could get pretty packed though "
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  • Crystal.burgess.clubz
    "Conveniently located to everything. Nice neighbors. Homes and yards are well taken care of. Safe to take walks by yourself, even at night. Very quiet. Neighbors watch out for each other and take the time to talk. "
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  • Mike N.
    "Lots of dogs in the neighborhood, lots of walking paths and fields, just wish people would pick up after their pets. "
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  • Sarah B.
    "park and the churches also ride bikes around nice neighborhoods , ice cream shops, restaurants, duck pond, bowling "
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  • Ethanryburn1998
    "Neighborhood block parties. Getting together and hanging out and helping each other out when in need."
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  • Jorgeluispp90
    "Not dog culture and animal safe care here on the area, and not veterinary and animal care institutions near!"
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  • Jeri T.
    "Great family parks, churches, and a very close sense of community. This is a great place to raise a family or retire"
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  • Daniel M.
    "My neighborhood in particular is rather nice and lots of people raise kids and/or dogs. Other neighborhoods, however, involve people who shoot at any dogs off leashes. Be aware. Neighborhood matters. "
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  • Christine J.
    "It’s an awful neighborhood. People are rude, packages get stolen. Everything is overpriced for what you get. "
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  • Veronica M. B.
    "its a verry good neighborhood to raise your children in schools can be a little hetter but r good to attend. "
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  • Leigh V.
    "i lived in midland for roughly 4 years and in my current rental for about 3 years. not sure if i would describe my neighborhood as unique, save for me living directly across from a middle school and after all this time, barely know one neighbor. i was born and raised in fort worth, which is the best big, small and friendliest city in tix. unlike midland, which is the complete opposite. "
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  • Priscillachavez47
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 13 years and absolutely love it. The neighbors are very respectful, quiet, and clean. We have 4 parks walking distance, so you’ll constantly see people walking theirs dogs and jogging! Safe neighborhood overall! "
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  • Crystal C.
    "I have family that lives in the area. Very nice neighborhood! The people are very nice in this area. "
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  • Stacy A.
    "We have family nights, go to the movies, shopping close by and walks in the parks. Neighbors are friendly and welcoming "
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  • Willr1tterbis
    "There are parks nearby. Plenty of space to walk dogs near your home. Very dog friendly area. People and dog friendly area."
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  • Rikkel1994
    "There are lots of stray dogs in the area or you see dogs who do have a home but look like the families are not taking good care of them"
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  • Edray74
    "People walk their dogs regularly. No one has a problem with dogs. In fact neighbors come out and ask to pet dogs. "
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  • Elda F.
    "There are several churches in the neighborhood which hold community events. Also The surrounding schools provide activities and volunteer opportunities."
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  • Cassandra F.
    "I live in this area it’s really quiet for the most part. Neighbors keep to them self’s but do say hi. "
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  • Lashannae2017
    "There has been nothing going on as a community that i know of. Everyone is mostly in the oilfield so work is what everyone usually does being that the cost of living if expensive."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 18, 2025
Source: PBBR #50087384
ListingRemoved
$2,700
Dec 11, 2025
Source: PBBR #50087384
Listed For Rent
$2,700
Apr 26, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$229,500
Apr 11, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$229,500

Frequently asked questions about 1609 Shell Ave

  • What is 1609 Shell Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1609 Shell Ave in Midland, TX is $347,900.
  • Is Midland a buyer's or seller's market?
    Midland is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Midland?
    The median sale price in Midland is $370K. That is up $7.51K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Midland?
    Residents describe Midland, TX as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Midland, TX.
  • Does 1609 Shell Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1609 Shell Ave in Midland, TX has air conditioning.
  • Does 1609 Shell Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 1609 Shell Ave in Midland, TX has an attached garage.

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