The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 77535 sells for about $325,000, or $178 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 68 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,350 a month.
ZIP 77535 — Old River-Winfree
The 77535 housing market is currently balanced, supported by steady demand from industrial workers and families moving into new residential developments. While inventory has increased, price growth remains positive, reflecting the area's ongoing economic integration with the broader Houston industrial corridor. Note that specific figures like active inventory and sales counts are derived from regional market reports for the ZIP code.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and industrial-sector workers seeking more affordable housing options compared to the inner Houston suburbs, while still maintaining access to major employment corridors.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 68 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
22% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 11.2% — 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 9.4%/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 3.3%/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 77535
The area is served by multiple districts including Dayton ISD and Barbers Hill ISD, with performance ratings varying significantly between the two.
The region is subject to flood risks associated with the Trinity River basin and coastal storm surge, necessitating careful review of flood maps for individual properties.
The area is experiencing significant residential expansion driven by its proximity to the Houston metro industrial corridor and major petrochemical developments in the Mont Belvieu area.
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).
Commuters primarily utilize Highway 146 and I-10 to reach employment hubs in Baytown, Mont Belvieu, and the greater Houston area.
Local amenities include access to the Trinity River for fishing and boating, various community parks, and proximity to regional shopping centers in nearby Baytown.
The rental market is characterized by high demand from industrial workers, with a mix of single-family rentals and newer apartment complexes supporting the growing population.
The economy is anchored by the petrochemical industry, logistics, and regional retail, with significant employment ties to the nearby Mont Belvieu and Baytown industrial complexes.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with Highway 146 and I-10 serving as the primary arteries for regional connectivity.
Significant residential subdivision development is ongoing, particularly in the southern portions of the ZIP code bordering Mont Belvieu.
Parcels are subject to various taxing entities including school districts, county government, and potentially MUDs for water and sewer infrastructure.
Property insurance premiums are elevated due to regional exposure to hurricane and flood risks, requiring comprehensive coverage.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau 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.
- Big Rivers Waterpark & Adventures4.219.9 mi
- Pirates Bay Waterpark4.316.6 mi
- Old MacDonald's Farm4.317.4 mi
- Cosmic Air Adventure Park & Arcade4.719.7 mi
- Balmoral Crystal Clear Lagoon & Beach Club417 mi
- Big Rivers Waterpark & Adventures4.219.9 mi
- Humble Civic Center4.619.6 mi
- Kingwood Country Club - Kingwood Clubhouse4.515.7 mi
- Cosmic Air Adventure Park & Arcade4.719.7 mi
- Italiano's4.519.7 mi
- Mont Belvieu City Park4.812.6 mi
- Crosby Park4.610.4 mi
- Liberty Municipal Park4.610 mi
- Trinity River National Wildlife Refuge4.411.5 mi
- Newport Park & Trails4.711.9 mi
- Chambers County Children's Museum4.612.5 mi
- Mont Belvieu City Park4.812.6 mi
- The Retreat RV & Camping Resort4.510.6 mi
- Crosby Park4.610.4 mi
- Liberty Municipal Park4.610 mi
- Trinity River National Wildlife Refuge4.411.5 mi
- Good Times Marina and RV park4.613.9 mi
- Lake Houston Marina4.111 mi
- Xtreme Marina & Park4.313.5 mi
- Ponderosa Marina4.310.1 mi
- Mechanical Garage Services4.412 mi
- Eagle Pointe Golf Club4.111 mi
- Stonebridge at Newport4.112 mi
- Red Wolf Golf Resort3.810 mi
- Liberty Municipal Golf Course4.611.8 mi
- Faux Real Trade Days Liberty4.69.5 mi
- Linda's Seafood4.712.3 mi
- Dollar General49.3 mi
- Brookshire Brothers4.39.8 mi
- Dollar General4.411.2 mi
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport424.4 mi
- The St. James Restaurant & Cabaret3.828.5 mi
- Ember3.124.4 mi
- Vida Taqueria3.824.4 mi
- Bam Bam3.524.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides regional access for fishing and recreational boating.
Serves as a hub for local events and community gatherings.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).