Rim-University

El Paso, TX

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Rim-University - El Paso, TX

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Park-like living nestled beside the University of Texas at El Paso

Great Location Desert Outdoors University Walkable

As its name implies, Rim-University is nestled beside the University of Texas at El Paso. The neighborhood is also adjacent to the Las Palmas Medical Center and the Hospitals of Providence Children's Hospital. Catering to the college crowd and professionals, North Mesa Street on the western edge of the neighborhood is filled with casual restaurants and retailers. Rentals in this area are affordable, but there are some more expensive options as well. Nature lovers flock to Billy Rogers Arroyo, an excellent green space perfect for hiking and mountain biking with cacti and other desert plants. Tom Lea Upper Park neighbors Billy Rogers Arroyo and is known for its stellar views of the mountains and the city. This park-like locale is also proximate to Downtown El Paso, so residents have easy access to some of the city’s best shopping, dining, and entertainment. By living in Rim-University, you’ll be close to El Paso Museum of Art, the Plaza Theatre, the El Paso Convention and Performing Art Center, and more.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Rim-University is $598 for a studio, $706 for one bedroom, and $721 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Rim-University has decreased by 0.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 400 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $598/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 508 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $706/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 600 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $721/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

80

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

44

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

51

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Gardens
  • Magoffin Home State Historic Site
  • Chamizal National Memorial
  • Wyler Aerial Tramway
  • Franklin Mountains State Park

Military Bases

Airports

  • El Paso International

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