The story of this market
The typical home in Tyler, Texas sells for about $302,000, or $165 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.5% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,165 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+1.1%
TX · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Tyler, Texas
The Tyler housing market is currently exhibiting signs of stabilization, characterized by a healthy balance between buyer and seller activity. While median prices have seen a slight year-over-year adjustment, the market remains active with a significant volume of closed sales. This stability is supported by the city's diverse economic base and consistent demand for housing in the East Texas region.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Tyler yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).
Deterministic aggregate of 8 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved down 2.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 51 days on market with 0.3 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
1% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 9.91% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 15.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
- Jellystone Park™ Tyler4.612.7 mi
- The Discovery Science Place4.50.1 mi
- iJump Tyler Trampoline Park4.54 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.57.1 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese3.83.4 mi
- Stanley's Famous Pit Barbecue4.60.6 mi
- Jellystone Park™ Tyler4.612.7 mi
- Times Square Grand Slam4.64.1 mi
- Circle M Crawfish4.418.7 mi
- The Grove Kitchen & Gardens4.43.1 mi
- Tyler State Park4.79 mi
- Caldwell Zoo4.61.9 mi
- Times Square Grand Slam4.64.1 mi
- Tyler Rose Garden4.71.3 mi
- AMC Tyler 1445.7 mi
- The Discovery Science Place4.50.1 mi
- Tyler Museum of Art4.41.6 mi
- Tyler Rose Museum & Gift Shop4.61.3 mi
- American Freedom Museum4.814 mi
- Goodman-LeGrand House & Museum4.70.4 mi
- Tyler State Park4.79 mi
- Lindsey Park4.55.1 mi
- Faulkner Park4.77 mi
- Tyler State Park HQ4.69 mi
- Bergfeld Park4.71.2 mi
- Willow Brook Country Club4.62 mi
- Cascades Country Club4.63.7 mi
- Pine Springs Golf Club45.7 mi
- Oak Hurst Golf Course3.712.6 mi
- Broadway Square4.33.6 mi
- Sprouts Farmers Market4.53.1 mi
- Ross Dress for Less43.9 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.36.9 mi
- Kohl's4.36 mi
- Tyler Pounds Regional Airport4.16.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A world-renowned botanical garden featuring thousands of rose bushes, serving as a major cultural landmark and tourist attraction.
A popular paved trail system that provides residents with extensive space for walking, jogging, and cycling through scenic greenbelts.
A large municipal park offering sports fields, playgrounds, and picnic areas, serving as a central hub for community recreation.
A major reservoir providing essential water supply and extensive opportunities for boating, fishing, and lakeside leisure activities.
A premier open-air shopping center featuring a wide array of national retailers and dining establishments, driving significant local commerce.
Tyler is an ideal fit for families seeking a balance of suburban amenities and urban convenience, as well as healthcare professionals and educators drawn to the city's major institutional employers. It also appeals to investors looking for stable rental demand and retirees attracted to the city's cultural offerings and moderate cost of living.
The city is primarily served by Tyler ISD, which offers a diverse range of educational programs including magnet schools and specialized career academies. While performance ratings vary across individual campuses, the district is focused on improving student outcomes through targeted academic initiatives and community partnerships.
The city is served by a network of major highways, including U.S. Highway 69 and Loop 323, which facilitate regional connectivity. While the city is primarily car-dependent, local transit services provide limited public transportation options for residents.
Tyler offers a rich amenity base centered on its 'Rose Capital' identity, featuring the expansive Tyler Rose Garden and numerous community parks like Faulkner Park. Residents enjoy access to the Rose Rudman Recreational Trail, nearby Lake Tyler for water sports, and a variety of shopping and dining options at the Village at Cumberland Park.
The rental market in Tyler is characterized by steady demand driven by the city's large student population and healthcare workforce. While vacancy rates remain relatively stable, rent growth has moderated recently, reflecting a balance between new multi-family supply and consistent absorption.
Tyler's economy is heavily anchored by the healthcare sector, with major systems like UT Health and CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances serving as primary employers. The city also benefits from a strong education sector, including the University of Texas at Tyler and Tyler Junior College, which contribute to a stable and skilled workforce.
Tyler serves as the economic hub of East Texas, anchored by a robust healthcare sector, education, and regional retail. Major infrastructure projects and ongoing commercial developments, such as the expansion of medical facilities and downtown revitalization, continue to drive steady economic momentum.
Development activity is focused on the continued revitalization of the downtown core and the expansion of residential subdivisions on the city's periphery. Infrastructure improvements are ongoing to support the city's steady population growth and commercial expansion.
Parcels in Tyler are subject to various special districts, including those for hospital services and utility management, which are integrated into the local property tax structure.
Tyler experiences crime rates that are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most prevalent concern. Local law enforcement actively monitors trends, and safety varies significantly by neighborhood, with downtown and certain commercial corridors requiring higher situational awareness.
The region is primarily concerned with severe thunderstorm activity, including occasional high winds and localized flooding during heavy rain events. Property insurance premiums in East Texas have seen upward pressure due to regional weather patterns, necessitating comprehensive coverage for homeowners.
Property insurance in Tyler is influenced by regional weather risks, with premiums reflecting the area's exposure to severe storms and wind events. Market health remains stable, though homeowners are encouraged to maintain adequate coverage against these specific environmental hazards.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Texas) — Senior (65+) and Disabled Homestead Exemption and School Tax Ceiling: Grants an additional mandatory $10,000 exemption from ISD appraised value (Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100,000 - $10,000) and establishes an absolute statutory tax freeze (school tax ceiling): total ISD property taxes cannot exceed the dollar ceiling established in the… State (Texas) — General Residence Homestead Exemption and 10% Valuation Growth Cap: Imposes mandatory state-level valuation deductions and growth limitations on the qualifying homestead: (1) Mandates a $100,000 deduction from appraised value for independent school district (ISD) maintenance and operations/debt taxation: Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100… State (Texas) — Ad Valorem Real Property Taxation and Assessment Ratio: Mandates ad valorem appraisal of all real property at 100% of fair market value as of January 1 each tax year (Assessment Ratio = 1.00).
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and QuickFacts profiles for Tyler city, Texas.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.