19th to 34th St, University to Ave Q

South Overton

Tree-lined streets, local diners, and Lubbock's most livable neighborhood.

  • Tree-lined streets
  • Local dining
  • Family-friendly
  • Established residential
  • 48+businesses in the directory
  • Centralside of town
  • Lubbock ISDschool district

South Overton sits south of 34th Street between University Avenue and Slide Road — one of Lubbock's most established residential neighborhoods. It has a strong local restaurant scene, mature trees unusual for West Texas, and is popular with families and young professionals.

Highlights

  • ParkOverton Park
  • Commercial Strip34th Street Corridor
  • FoodLocal Dining Scene

Know Before You Go

  1. South Overton has some of the most mature tree canopy in Lubbock — noticeably greener than much of the city.
  2. The 34th Street corridor has a good mix of local restaurants, several of which have been Lubbock institutions for decades.
  3. It's primarily residential — don't expect a walkable entertainment district. It's more about quality of life and good local spots.
  4. University Avenue is the main north-south artery through the neighborhood.

Neighborhood organizing

Neighborhood association
South Overton Residential and Commercial Association

806 Connect directory

Businesses in South Overton

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Living in South Overton

Schools

School district for this neighborhood: Lubbock ISD. District lines can split a neighborhood street by street. Confirm your address with the district before you decide.

  • Roscoe Wilson Elementary
  • Atkins Middle School
Lubbock ISD website

Prices and rent

The Lubbock market numbers, each with its source and the month it covers, live on the real estate page.

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Lubbock Housing Market

806 Market Snapshot

$249,925
Median Sale Price, Lubbock area (metro)
+4.1% vs. May 2025
79 days
Avg Days on Market
551
Monthly Home Sales
3.8
Months of Supply
$1,196
Median Monthly Rent
+1.7% YoY
Nearby towns: housing at a glance

Sources: Lubbock Association of REALTORS® (May 2026, Lubbock metro area) · Apartment List (Aug 2026)

South Overton — Common Questions

Is South Overton a good neighborhood in Lubbock?

South Overton is consistently considered one of the better-established residential neighborhoods in Lubbock. It has mature trees (rare in West Texas), solid local restaurants along the 34th Street corridor, good schools, and relatively low crime compared to other areas of the city.

What restaurants are in South Overton Lubbock?

South Overton has a mix of long-running Lubbock institutions and newer spots along the 34th Street corridor. Browse the 806 Connect directory filtered to South Overton for current listings.

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