Wheelock and Monterey
Just south of Tech Terrace, anchored by Monterey High.
Highlights
Wheelock and Monterey sits directly south of Tech Terrace and is the neighborhood people land in when Tech Terrace has nothing available. It is anchored by Monterey High School on its southwest corner and Wheelock Elementary, with the 50th Street corridor along its south edge carrying restaurants and a large grocery store. Central location makes it practical for Texas Tech, downtown, and the Medical District alike.
Know Before You Go
It is the standard fallback when Tech Terrace is full — similar central location, generally easier to find a place.
Commutes to Texas Tech, downtown, and the Medical District are all short from here.
The 50th Street side is where the shopping and restaurants are; the interior is residential.
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Wheelock and Monterey — Common Questions
Where is the Wheelock and Monterey neighborhood in Lubbock?
Wheelock and Monterey is in central Lubbock directly south of Tech Terrace, running roughly from 34th Street down to 50th Street, with Monterey High School on its southwest corner.
Is Wheelock and Monterey good for Texas Tech students?
Yes — it is one of the closest alternatives to Tech Terrace, with short commutes to Texas Tech, downtown, and the Medical District, and it typically has more available rentals than Tech Terrace itself.
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