The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78841 sells for about $268,243, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are down 8.1% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 65 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,150 a month.
ZIP 78841 — Del Rio
The housing market in ZIP 78841 is currently experiencing a cooling phase, with median prices declining year-over-year as inventory levels rise. High interest rates and local economic factors are contributing to a slower sales pace and increased days on market. Buyers are currently in a stronger position to negotiate, as evidenced by the softening sale-to-list ratios.
This area is well-suited for military families, local government employees, and budget-conscious buyers seeking affordable housing in a border-community setting.
Median prices moved down 8.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 65 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.2% · poverty 18.4% — 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 7.1%/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 6.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 78841, Val Verde County TX
Crime rates in the Del Rio area are generally consistent with regional averages for South Texas border communities, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools in the Del Rio area are primarily served by the San Felipe Del Rio Consolidated Independent School District, which provides a range of public education options for the community.
The area faces risks associated with extreme heat and occasional flash flooding, typical of the semi-arid climate in Val Verde County.
Economic momentum is tied to the presence of Laughlin Air Force Base and regional trade activity, with limited new large-scale residential development currently reported.
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).
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with most residents traveling within the Del Rio city limits for employment.
The area offers access to Lake Amistad for boating and fishing, as well as various local parks and community facilities within Del Rio.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from military personnel and local workers, with moderate vacancy rates.
The economy is anchored by Laughlin Air Force Base, regional retail, and government services, with a focus on border-related trade.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with US Highway 90 serving as the primary regional corridor.
Development is currently focused on small-scale residential infill and maintenance of existing infrastructure.
The Val Verde County Appraisal District manages property assessments for all taxing jurisdictions within the county.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes, county taxes, and city taxes, with no major MUDs reported.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wind and hail risk, with market availability remaining stable.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ACS 2024 5-year estimates for Val Verde County.
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.
- Devils River State Natural Area4.811.1 mi
- Devils River State Natural Area4.811.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major regional attraction for water sports and outdoor recreation.
Historic natural springs and park area in Del Rio.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.