Is The Fountains (Odessa) safe?
Odessa, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Mostly yes, with normal city awareness.
VibeLoco rates The Fountains (Odessa) as “Go, stay aware”.
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Gogo's take on The Fountains (Odessa)
“Go. The Fountains is one of the more modern, stable, and upscale suburban areas in northeast Odessa, offering visitors a low-risk environment. Standard precautions regarding vehicle security are all that is typically required.”
About the area
The Fountains is a newer master-planned residential and commercial neighborhood situated along John Ben Shepperd Parkway in Northeast Odessa. It features modern subdivisions, apartment communities, shopping centers, and close proximity to the University of Texas Permian Basin campus.
- Suburban
- Commercial Strip
- Car-Dependent
- Family-Friendly
Walking and biking in The Fountains (Odessa)
Walk score: 38/100 · Bike score: 34/100
There is no bike-share system and dedicated bike lanes are absent on major arterials, though nearby UTPB features paved campus trails suitable for casual cycling.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to central and southern Odessa
- Household median incomes well above the Odessa citywide average with low poverty rates
- Modern, well-maintained housing stock and well-lit commercial strip centers
Cons
- Occasional opportunistic property theft and vehicle burglaries around retail parking lots
- Heavy arterial vehicle traffic on East 42nd Street and JBS Parkway makes pedestrian travel hazardous
- Lack of neighborhood walkability requires a car for virtually all errands
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is low in this neighborhood, with occasional individuals near high-traffic retail intersections along 42nd Street, but there are no major encampments or service centers in the immediate area.
What The Fountains (Odessa) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Quiet and calm, with commuter traffic building along the main thoroughfares.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Busy commercial activity around shopping centers with a generally secure, bustling feel.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Active dining corridors and well-lit parking plazas with minimal safety concerns.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Subdued and mostly quiet in residential streets, though dark parking lots warrant basic vigilance.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is operated by EZ-Rider, though bus coverage is infrequent and requires connections along Route 3 or Route 4 on major arterials; there is no passenger rail or BRT system.
Parking is abundant and entirely free throughout the neighborhood in spacious private retail and residential surface lots.
Things to do in The Fountains (Odessa)
- Shop and dine at the strip centers lining East 42nd Street and John Ben Shepperd Parkway
- Visit the nearby Stonehenge replica and walking paths on the UTPB campus
- Take a short drive to the Ellen Noël Art Museum just south of the neighborhood
Local favorites
- Mi Piaci Italian Restaurant · Italian Restaurant · 4.3★ (820)Upscale local spot serving classic pastas, steaks, and wine in an elegant dining room.
- Mojo's Coffee · Coffee Shop · 4.6★ (510)Popular drive-thru and walk-up local coffee joint known for specialty drinks and fast service.
- Volcano Asian Fusion · Asian Fusion Restaurant · 4.4★ (690)Contemporary eatery offering sushi rolls, hibachi plates, and Chinese favorites.
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Common questions about The Fountains (Odessa)
Is The Fountains (Odessa) safe to walk at night?
Mostly, on the busier, well-lit streets. Avoid empty side streets late at night.
Is The Fountains (Odessa) a good place to live?
On safety, The Fountains (Odessa) scores 79/100 — about average for the metro — most residents get by with normal city awareness.
How walkable is The Fountains (Odessa)?
Walk score 38/100 and bike score 34/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near The Fountains (Odessa) are safer?
The Fountains (Odessa) scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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