The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78401 sells for about $279,700, or $213 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (+0.3%), a market in balance. Homes take about 79 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,800 a month.
ZIP 78401 — Corpus Christi
The 78401 housing market is currently stable, with a median sale price of $279,700 reflecting broader city trends. While inventory remains available, the market is characterized by a high renter share and ongoing urban revitalization efforts in the downtown core.
This area is best suited for urban-dwelling professionals, students, and those seeking proximity to the waterfront and downtown amenities.
Median prices moved up 0.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 79 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.5% · poverty 28.0% — 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 7.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 78401, Nueces County TX
Crime rates in the 78401 area are generally higher than the national average, reflecting typical urban core challenges in the Corpus Christi region.
Schools serving the 78401 area are part of the Corpus Christi Independent School District, which maintains a mix of ratings across its elementary and secondary campuses.
The area is subject to coastal wind and flood risks associated with its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, necessitating standard flood insurance coverage.
Economic momentum is driven by the Port of Corpus Christi and regional tourism, with ongoing revitalization efforts focused on the downtown and waterfront districts.
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).
The 78401 ZIP code is centrally located in downtown Corpus Christi, providing short commute times to major local employment hubs and government offices.
Residents have immediate access to the Corpus Christi Bayfront, the Texas State Aquarium, the USS Lexington, and various downtown parks and dining districts.
The rental market in 78401 is characterized by a high density of apartments and historic homes, with steady demand from students and downtown workers.
The economy is anchored by the Port of Corpus Christi, the petrochemical industry, and a significant tourism and hospitality sector.
The area is served by the Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority (CCRTA) and provides easy access to major highways including I-37.
Ongoing urban renewal projects are focused on increasing residential capacity and improving pedestrian connectivity in the downtown core.
The Nueces County Appraisal District manages property assessments for all parcels within the county.
Parcels in this ZIP are subject to Corpus Christi ISD, Nueces County, and city-level tax jurisdictions.
Property insurance premiums in this coastal region are influenced by high wind and flood hazard exposure.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 78401.
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.
- Hurricane Alley Waterpark4.30.5 mi
- In The Game Funtrackers4.411 mi
- Jumping World411.2 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park46.3 mi
- Dave & Buster's Corpus Christi4.16.6 mi
- Hilliard Center4.40.6 mi
- Doc's Seafood and Steaks4.415.3 mi
- Whataburger Field4.80.5 mi
- Corpus Christi Trade Center4.35.1 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.37.2 mi
- Texas State Aquarium4.60.9 mi
- USS Lexington Museum4.81.1 mi
- Selena Museum4.63.7 mi
- Selena Memorial Statue4.70.7 mi
- Cinemark Century Corpus Christi 16 XD and IMAX4.57.9 mi
- USS Lexington Museum4.81.1 mi
- Selena Museum4.63.7 mi
- Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History4.60.6 mi
- Island Joes Coffee and Gallery4.517 mi
- Coffee Waves4.56.9 mi
- Cole Park4.62.1 mi
- South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center4.510.4 mi
- Bill Witt City Park4.410.4 mi
- Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve and Learning Center Corpus Christi, TX4.710.3 mi
- West Guth Park4.69.6 mi
- Marker 37 Marina4.615.4 mi
- Corpus Christi Yacht Club4.51 mi
- Laguna Madre RV Park and Marina4.514.2 mi
- Corpus Christi Marina4.61 mi
- Anchor Resort Condominiums & Marina416.5 mi
- Lozano Golf Center4.53.5 mi
- Oso Beach Municipal Golf Course4.47 mi
- Corpus Christi Country Club4.57.3 mi
- S2G Golf4.96.5 mi
- La Palmera4.46.6 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.26.2 mi
- Corpus Christi Trade Center4.35.1 mi
- T.J. Maxx & HomeGoods4.26.8 mi
- Aquabite Market & Kitchen (Kitchen Hours)4.42.6 mi
- Corpus Christi International Airport4.56.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major recreational area featuring walking trails and scenic views.
A major regional anchor attraction located on the waterfront.
Historic naval aircraft carrier museum docked in the bay.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.