La Joya Real Estate for Sale

La Joya real estate for sale will bring you to a place of solace and quiet amidst the buzz of activity in the surrounding ZIP codes. When the outside world calls, you're ready to hop aboard a jet via nearby international terminals in McAllen, Corpus Christi, or Brownsville. 

In Hidalgo County, the real estate for sale in La Joya, Texas rests between Mission and Rio Grande City. The name translates to  "the jewel," seemingly because the valuable land hovered above the floodplain like a  precious stone mounted above the setting. The area was initially referenced to as Tabasco by Spanish settlers. Unfortunately, the first congregation and property were wiped out by the floods of 1908 and 1909. 

On a positive note, and fortunately for current residents, Grupo Folklorico Tabasco, a dance troupe, dedicated to the continuation of local cultural customs, carries on the earliest reference to the community. One of our elementary schools is also named Tobasco, a nod to our beginnings. The population of La Joya today hovers around 4,100 residents. 

Mesquite trees and Buffalo Grass dot the landscape, just like they did 200 years ago when records of the first inhabitants began. The introduction of irrigation in 1898 gave farmers hope for producing crops despite the rain administered by mother nature. Irrigation changed the face of farming in South Texas. What was once an arid climate at the mercy of rainfall soon became a year-round producer of exotic crops like citrus. 

Education in La Joya

Athletic competition has been a part of La Joya culture since the 1930s, with both young men and women competing for winning seasons. Matchups are more than opportunities for bragging rights and quoting stats; they bring together communities, friends, and families. Students and fans take advantage of the occasions by reconnecting with their peers and other community members. 

La Joya ISD currently provides organized athletics in:

•  basketball
•  wrestling
•  soccer
•  swimming/diving
•  golf
•  bowling
•  football
•  dance
•  cheerleading
•  track
•  soccer
•  powerlifting
•  volleyball 

Twenty-Three elementary schools, eight middle schools, four Alternative Education Centers, three "Early College" high schools, and three comprehensive high schools ( 7,500 students, grades 9 to 12)  give pupils in the La Joya ISD ample learning opportunities. One superintendent, also a graduate of La Joya ISD, holds the honor of Superintendent of The Year from the Texas Association of School Boards. 

But, it isn't always the formal education that provides educational benefits to pupils. The Gifts of Love initiative, a program in existence for over 30 years, donates new toys, clothing, and household items to families in need at the holiday season. 

University of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences-La Joya provides specialized higher education for the La Joya area. 

Living in La Joya

Our vecindario has a bond rarely found in other communities. We gather to support and contribute to the lives of our families and friends nearby. 

La Joya Performing Arts Center is dedicated to Alex Saenz, who wrote Jalisco Fight Song in 1967 from a shelter outside of town due to Hurricane Beulah. Saenz committed decades of his career to the children of La Joya through his music and instruction. Generations of La Joya residents remember and honor his leadership to this day. 

Three high school bands achieved a Division 1 rating for their outstanding competitive performances, another tribute to Saenz.  Municipal Library is a popular spot for students to complete homework, the community to gather, and for educational opportunities of all types. 

Walker Lake is a prime spot for recreational activities and enjoying the scenery. You will see beautiful homes lined around this cherished natural resource, as sunsets over the water are some of the prettiest in the region. La Joya Lake is a prime spot for fishing and also for enjoying the quiet of the land.  

The Lake House B&B  represents the new approach to enjoying real estate in La Joya. Here you can take advantage of nature and its abundance, with the proximity to commerce available in metropolitan cities nearby. Construction, education, logistics, and healthcare are the top industries for employers in La Joya. 

Real Estate in La Joya

Our agricultural roots are evident with the types of real estate for sale in La Joya. Working farms, warehouses, and ranch land provide a connection from the past to the future. What was at one time a prime spot for harvesting crops is now a refuge, sporting grounds, or a quiet residential paradise. 

Investors or business owners looking for other types of commercial property find office buildings for sale in La Joya. 

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