The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 77017 sells for about $307,244, or $165 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.6% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 44 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,450 a month.
ZIP 77017 — Houston
The 77017 housing market remains moderately priced with a median listing price of $229,000, reflecting a stable but competitive environment. Market activity is driven by its proximity to major industrial hubs and affordable entry points for first-time buyers. While inventory is sufficient, the market shows signs of cooling compared to previous years, with a median of 44 days on market.
This ZIP is well-suited for budget-conscious first-time homebuyers and commuters who prioritize proximity to major industrial employment hubs over luxury amenities.
Median prices moved up 3.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 44 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.2% · poverty 22.4% — a mixed stability 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 8.6%/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 7.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 77017, Harris County TX
Crime rates in the 77017 area are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue in this part of Houston.
Schools serving this ZIP are part of the Houston Independent School District, which faces ongoing challenges with academic performance ratings across many of its neighborhood campuses.
The area is located within a region prone to heavy rainfall and tropical storm activity, necessitating flood insurance for many properties in low-lying zones.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Houston Ship Channel and Hobby Airport, providing a steady base of industrial and logistics-related employment.
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 typically face a 25-35 minute commute to Downtown Houston via I-45, with limited high-frequency public transit options available.
The area features several local neighborhood parks and is within a short drive of larger regional green spaces and the shopping corridors along the Gulf Freeway.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable single-family homes and older apartment complexes, with steady occupancy rates.
The local economy is heavily influenced by the logistics, aviation, and petrochemical industries centered around the nearby Houston Ship Channel and William P. Hobby Airport.
The area is served by major highway corridors including I-45 and the 610 Loop, facilitating regional access but experiencing significant peak-hour congestion.
Development is largely characterized by small-scale residential infill and commercial revitalization projects along major thoroughfares.
The Harris Central Appraisal District manages property assessments, which are subject to annual protests and adjustments based on market value trends.
Parcels are subject to Houston ISD taxes and various municipal utility district assessments common in the Harris County region.
Property insurance premiums are elevated due to regional flood and windstorm risks, requiring careful policy selection for homeowners.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA5 77017 profile.
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.
- Kemah Boardwalk4.517.1 mi
- Great Wolf Lodge | Webster3.914.5 mi
- Downtown Aquarium4.18.5 mi
- Cidercade Houston4.57.3 mi
- Meow Wolf Houston's Radio Tave4.48 mi
- Reliant Stadium4.69.5 mi
- Daikin Park4.77.7 mi
- Toyota Center4.67.8 mi
- George R. Brown Convention Center4.57.6 mi
- POST Houston4.68.5 mi
- Houston Zoo4.68.4 mi
- Houston Museum of Natural Science4.88.5 mi
- Discovery Green4.77.7 mi
- Hermann Park4.78.4 mi
- The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston4.88.6 mi
- Space Center Houston4.613.4 mi
- Houston Museum of Natural Science4.88.5 mi
- POST Houston4.68.5 mi
- The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston4.88.6 mi
- Meow Wolf Houston's Radio Tave4.48 mi
- Discovery Green4.77.7 mi
- Hermann Park4.78.4 mi
- MemorialPark4.812.5 mi
- Buffalo Bayou Park4.78.9 mi
- Levy Park4.810.6 mi
- Memorial Park Golf Course and Driving Range4.512.2 mi
- East River 94.46.8 mi
- Wildcat Golf Club4.410.2 mi
- Puttery4.79.1 mi
- Hermann Park Golf Course4.37.9 mi
- Baybrook Mall4.512 mi
- The Houston Farmers Market4.411.3 mi
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport421.6 mi
- William P. Hobby Airport4.43.4 mi
- The St. James Restaurant & Cabaret3.821.2 mi
- Ember3.121.2 mi
- Vida Taqueria3.821.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A local community park providing green space and recreational facilities.
A major retail hub serving the surrounding neighborhoods with various dining and shopping options.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 25.5% from the nearest retained anchor (prior refresh cycle) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: the flagged $229,000 (-25.5% vs the prior refresh cycle) could not be independently corroborated and was reverted to the prior cycle value pending review; the case is under review in the Command Center.