The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 77866 sells for about $400,000, or $214 per square foot.
Prices are up +9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 55 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,400 a month.
ZIP 77866 — Millican
The housing market in 77866 remains stable, characterized by consistent demand and moderate price appreciation. Low inventory levels relative to the broader College Station market continue to support home values, though buyers are increasingly sensitive to interest rate fluctuations.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with the convenience of being within a short commute to the major educational and economic anchors of College Station.
Median prices moved up 9.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 55 days on market with 5.3 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.5% · poverty 8.0% — 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 6.9%/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 6.1%/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 77866, Brazos County TX
Crime rates in the Millican area are generally low, consistent with the rural character of the region and significantly lower than the more urbanized centers of Bryan and College Station.
Students in this ZIP are primarily served by the College Station Independent School District, which is highly regarded for its academic performance and strong extracurricular programs.
The area is subject to standard Texas climate risks, including potential for severe thunderstorms and localized flooding; property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wind and hail exposure.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to Texas A&M University and the broader College Station-Bryan MSA, with ongoing infrastructure improvements supporting regional expansion.
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).
Commuting from Millican typically requires a drive of 15-20 minutes via Highway 6 to reach the primary employment hubs in College Station and Bryan.
Residents have access to rural outdoor activities, including proximity to the Navasota River and various local parks, with major shopping and dining amenities located a short drive away in College Station.
The rental market is limited in depth due to the rural nature of the ZIP, with demand primarily driven by those seeking larger lot sizes outside the city core.
The economy is heavily anchored by Texas A&M University and the associated research, healthcare, and service sectors in the College Station-Bryan MSA.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, with Highway 6 serving as the main artery connecting the area to the broader region.
Development is characterized by low-density residential growth and agricultural preservation, with limited high-density projects.
The Brazos County Appraisal District manages assessments with a focus on market-value parity across the county.
Parcels are subject to College Station ISD taxes and various county-level special districts for emergency services and utilities.
Property insurance rates are stable but reflect the regional risk profile for wind and hail common in Central Texas.
Texas continues to see strong net domestic migration, with the College Station area attracting both students and professionals.
Texas operates under a non-judicial foreclosure process, allowing for relatively efficient resolution of defaulted loans.
Texas law requires sellers to provide a standard Seller's Disclosure Notice detailing the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from 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.
Provides recreational opportunities for fishing and outdoor exploration.
Major regional shopping and dining hub located within a short drive.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.