350 N Midland Drive

Two temporary modular classrooms are under construction at 350 N Midland Drive in Midland, Texas. The project, registered with TDLR as a new construction effort, covers a total of 2,600 square feet and is estimated to cost $300,000. This specific build is scheduled to finish in December 2026, with work commencing in August 2026. The registration was completed in August 2026, establishing the baseline for this short-term installation.

The owner of record is Esperanzaesperanza LLC, a private entity developing this facility on private land for private use. The scope of work is strictly limited to the installation of the two modular units. There is no public record indicating a connection to a larger district-wide renovation or a public school district, distinguishing this project from broader infrastructure updates often seen in the area.

Cost and Scale Context

At $115 per square foot, this project’s cost efficiency is notable. When compared to 822 TDLR-registered new construction filings in Midland County, the median estimated cost is $1,000,000. This project’s $300,000 estimate falls below that county median, placing it in the bottom quarter of recent filings. Similarly, the median size for new construction in the county is 8,127 square feet, whereas this project is significantly smaller at 2,600 square feet. The median cost per square foot in the county is $167, making this project’s rate below the local standard for new builds.

The scheduled build window is 149 days, which is shorter than the county median of 243 days. This rapid timeline aligns with the nature of modular installation, which typically requires less on-site labor and time than traditional frame construction. The TDLR status is listed as Review Complete, confirming that the plans for these two units have passed the necessary accessibility and safety inspections required for new structures in Texas.

Local coverage from Marfa Public Radio has discussed temporary classrooms in the context of Midland ISD considering closing an elementary school or spending on such facilities for an all-girls school. However, that reporting refers to a different entity and context. The project at 350 N Midland Drive is a private, standalone installation by Esperanzaesperanza LLC, not a district-funded expansion. The Census Bureau estimates the population of ZIP code 79701 at approximately 27,678, with a median household income of $57,679. This project serves a specific private need within this community, distinct from the public education infrastructure described in local news reports.