TX • Market Analysis
Houston Real Estate Investment Analysis
Houston offers the best price-to-rent ratio among major Texas metros, driven by energy, healthcare, and port-trade employment.
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Median Home Price
$335,000
Median Rent
$2,050
per month
Avg Cap Rate
6.60%
5-Yr Appreciation
38%
Rental Yield
7.30%
Population Growth
1.40%
Job Growth
2.60%
Vacancy Rate
7.20%
Investor pros
- Low entry prices
- Diversified job base
- Landlord-friendly Texas law
Investor cons
- Hurricane and flood risk
- Property taxes 2.0–2.3%
- Energy-sector cyclicality
Commentary
Houston favors cash-flow investors. Inside-the-Loop B-class properties are the sweet spot for stable tenancy.
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