Opportunities abound when living in the community of Desert Ridge. Located in northern Odessa and 15 minutes from Midland, Texas, you’ll have two lovely cities to explore from your new home. Founded in 1881, Odessa, Texas honors its western heritage while looking ahead to the future. Conveniently located close to the Midland Int’l Airport and Wynwood Town Center, all amenities are within a few minutes. Loop 191 is a 5 minute drive, and quick access to the popular Parks Legado shopping center . Enjoy access to quality higher education with Odessa College or the University of Texas of the Permian Basin in Odessa.

Those living in Desert Ridge enjoy the cultural living that the Permian Basin offers up. Support the growing arts scene by visiting the Globe Theater in Odessa, a replica of Shakespeare’s famous theater in London, England. Attend plays put on during the city’s annual Shakespere festival, or listen to the melodic sounds from the Midland–Odessa Symphony and Chorale. Take a tour of the Presidential Archives Museum and Leadership Library, or stand in awe as you gaze up at a towering replica of Stonehenge.

Head into downtown Odessa for dining and drinks and enjoy the best burgers and tacos West Texas has to offer, or even experience a West Texas rodeo! Though its economy began in oil production, Odessa is a forward thinking city opening their business and energy sector up for renewables like wind, and coal to gas plants. The recently opened downtown Marriott Odessa Conference Center has revitalized the area bringing luxurious spaces for conferences, corporate events, weddings, and more.

Residents of Desert Ridge homes enjoy small-town life with big-city amenities in a desirable and convenient location. Desert Ridge is zoned for Ross Elementary, home of the Rams and an Opportunity Culture school. Families with older children will enjoy Wilson and Young Middle School, and Permian High School—home of the famed Friday Night Lights TV series and movie.