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Every homebuyer knows the frustration of struggling to find exactly what they want and where they want it. Fitting your budget, your space needs, and your ideal location all at once is no small feat. If you’re feeling that pain, perhaps it’s time to try something new. Painted Desert- At Mission Ridge is a brand new community that has opened in the far east of El Paso, TX. It offers a variety of great benefits that make it worth a closer look if you’re ready to buy a home.

What’s Unique about Painted Desert at Mission Ridge in El Paso? Painted Desert at Mission Ridge aims to bring a great new option to homebuyers in El Paso by combining all these great features:

“WE ARE PROUD TO INTRODUCE PAINTED DESERT AT MISSION RIDGE AS THE NEWEST ADDITION TO OUR TROPICANA HOMES COMMUNITIES, AND ARE ALSO EXCITED TO SHOW EL PASO TWO OF OUR NEWEST FLOORPLANS AS MODEL HOMES, THE FRIDA AND THE BROOKS. WE ARE CONSTANTLY LOOKING FOR WAYS TO HELP EL PASO’S FAMILIES FIND AND BECOME OWNERS OF THEIR DREAM HOMES.” - RANDY BOWLING, PRESIDENT, TROPICANA HOMES

Affordable Options

Homes in Painted Desert at Mission Ridge start at just $150,000, making them accessible to nearly any budget. While most homes in this price range are older and may have countless hidden problems, this price is a rare bargain for new construction. If you’re looking for something more high-end or more spacious, Painted Desert at Mission Ridge also features over a dozen different floor plans ranging up to four bedrooms.

Exclusively Flat Roof or Clay Tile

Painted Desert at Mission Ridge has covenants that require all homes to be built exclusively with a flat or clay tile roof. Keeping all the homes in the community under a similar esthetic. This gives the neighborhood a welcoming and aesthetically pleasing presence. Just another great reason and amenity for you and you family to buy one of our beautiful homes!

Vibrant Neighborhood

For your property values and your own enjoyment, everyone wants to buy their home in an up-and-coming neighborhood. Painted Desert at Mission Ridge is located in the rising East Side of El Paso. This area has plenty of community events and new businesses coming in every day: the perfect environment for a new homeowner.

Eligible for USDA Financing

A great asset to Painted Desert at Mission Ridge is that it is within the eligible area for USDA benefits! A USDA mortgage loan does not require any down payment: an extremely unique advantage. These loans also have very low-interest rates. Depending on your income, your loan may be provided by a local lender and guaranteed by the USDA. Or, the loan may be provided by the USDA themselves. To qualify for a USDA loan, your new home needs to fit specific requirements based on the qualifications specified by the USDA program. Painted Desert at Mission Ridge fits these requirements, as do several of Tropicana Homes’ communities, including Horizon Hills, Aviator Trails, Emerald Park, and Mission Ridge. We also work with our preferred lender, Patriot Mortgage, who are already experienced in and able to assist with USDA loans. This gives you an easier, faster home buying process. They also offer up to 6% in closing costs when buying a Tropicana Home. 

Easy to Reach

No one wants to buy a new home that’s a struggle to access or take on a difficult commute. One of Painted Desert at Mission Ridge’s most convenient features is that it has easy access to the I-10 freeway and Loop 375. Find you new home between two important streets, Eastlake Blvd. that will give you quick access to the I-10 freeway and Pellicano Dr. that is only a short drive away from Loop 375. 

Backed by a Reputable Company

Some homeowners are hesitant to buy into a new community. Painted Desert at Mission Ridge, however, is backed by the long-standing and reputable company Tropicana Homes. Tropicana Homes has been building in El Paso since 1950 and is proud to have a reputation for success and boasts of excellent customer service reviews. You can rest assured that your new home was built with the best of quality materials and craftsmanship.

How to Tour Painted Desert

All the qualities above make Painted Desert at Mission Ridge a great place for your new home, and a great way to get into East El Paso while it’s on the rise! If you want to learn more or tour a home at Painted Desert at Mission Ridge, Israel Dominguez at (915) 494-8001 or via email at israeldomingue@gmail.com.