The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 77009 sells for about $543,583, or $265 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 210 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,908 a month.
ZIP 77009 — Houston
The 77009 housing market is currently neutral, characterized by a median sale price of $543,583 and a moderate inventory level. While year-over-year price growth remains positive at 4.4%, the market has seen a cooling in velocity compared to previous years, with a median of 210 days on market. Demand is driven by the area's central location and ongoing redevelopment, though high interest rates continue to influence buyer activity.
This ZIP is ideal for young professionals, creatives, and commuters who value proximity to downtown Houston and an urban, transit-friendly lifestyle. It also attracts investors looking for redevelopment opportunities in a rapidly modernizing neighborhood.
Median prices moved up 4.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 210 days on market with 4.6 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
22% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.9% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.5% · poverty 14.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 77009, Harris County TX
The Near Northside area experiences crime rates typical of urban Houston, with property crime being the primary concern. Residents are encouraged to utilize neighborhood watch programs and standard security measures.
Schools serving the area are part of the Houston Independent School District, with performance ratings varying significantly by campus; many families supplement with private or magnet options.
The area is subject to flood risks associated with heavy rainfall events common in the Houston region, necessitating flood insurance for many properties. Wind and storm damage are also standard considerations for the Gulf Coast climate.
The area is experiencing significant urban infill and redevelopment, particularly near the Hardy Yards site, which is transforming former industrial land into high-density mixed-use space. Proximity to downtown Houston remains a primary driver of economic momentum.
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).
Residents enjoy exceptional connectivity to downtown Houston via I-45 and I-10, making it a highly accessible location for commuters working in the central business district.
The area features access to local parks and is near the White Oak Bayou Greenway, providing trails for cycling and walking. Eclectic dining and retail options are concentrated along major corridors like Studewood and North Main.
The rental market is active with a mix of long-term rentals and short-term vacation properties, supported by the area's central location and proximity to downtown employment hubs.
The economy is anchored by proximity to downtown Houston's corporate headquarters, energy sector, and medical district. The area benefits from ongoing urban revitalization and professional service growth.
The area is served by major highway corridors including I-45 and I-10, facilitating efficient transit to the city's primary employment centers.
Development is focused on high-density residential and mixed-use projects that leverage the area's central location and transit connectivity.
The Harris Central Appraisal District performs annual market value assessments for all properties within the county.
Parcels are subject to Houston ISD taxes and various municipal utility district levies where applicable.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional flood and wind risk profiles, with many properties requiring specialized coverage.
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Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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.
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Provides extensive hike and bike trails connecting to the broader Houston bayou system.
A major redevelopment site bridging the historic neighborhood with downtown.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).