The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 79607 sells for about $222,043, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are up +7.6% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,250 a month.
ZIP 79607 — Abilene
The housing market in 79607 remains stable, driven primarily by the consistent demand from military personnel associated with Dyess Air Force Base. While inventory is limited, price growth has tracked with broader regional trends, reflecting a balanced market environment. Some specific figures, such as exact current active listing counts, are estimated based on regional portal data as precise ZCTA-level monthly reports are not publicly published.
This ZIP is primarily suited for military families, base personnel, and civilian contractors who prioritize proximity to Dyess Air Force Base and a stable, community-focused environment.
Median prices moved up 7.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving 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 4.1% · poverty 12.3% — 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 5.7%/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
ZCTA 79607, Taylor County TX
Crime rates in the Dyess AFB area are generally lower than the Abilene city average due to the controlled nature of the base environment.
Schools serving this area are part of the Abilene Independent School District, which maintains a standard accountability rating.
The area is subject to standard North Texas climate risks, including severe thunderstorms, hail, and occasional high winds.
Economic momentum is heavily anchored by Dyess Air Force Base, which serves as the primary employer and driver of local infrastructure and housing demand.
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).
Commute times are short, with direct access to major thoroughfares leading into central Abilene and the surrounding industrial corridors.
Residents have access to base-provided amenities, including fitness centers and recreational facilities, with proximity to Abilene's city parks and shopping districts.
The rental market is characterized by high demand from military personnel and base contractors, leading to low vacancy rates and steady rent growth.
The economy is dominated by the military and defense sector, with significant support services and retail catering to the base population.
The area is served by local road networks connecting to US-84 and other regional highways, with limited public transit options.
Development is largely constrained by the base perimeter, with limited new residential construction occurring in the immediate vicinity.
The Taylor Central Appraisal District manages property assessments for the area, following standard Texas property tax laws.
Parcels are subject to Abilene ISD taxes and standard municipal utility district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather, including hail and wind damage.
Texas is a non-judicial foreclosure state with relatively fast timelines for lenders.
Sellers are required to provide a standard Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Seller's Disclosure Notice.
Data retrieved from data.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.
- PrimeTime Family Entertainment Center4.26.7 mi
- Redbud Park4.63.9 mi
- Denton Valley Farms4.619.3 mi
- Formula Fun Adventure Park & Racing Abilene4.37.4 mi
- Adventure Cove4.14.5 mi
- Abilene Zoo4.68.2 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.24.5 mi
- Abilene Convention Center4.56.1 mi
- Taylor County Coliseum4.47.9 mi
- PrimeTime Family Entertainment Center4.26.7 mi
- Abilene Zoo4.68.2 mi
- Abilene State Park4.612.5 mi
- Cinemark Abilene and XD4.78.3 mi
- PrimeTime Family Entertainment Center4.26.7 mi
- Redbud Park4.63.9 mi
- Frontier Texas!4.86.3 mi
- The Grace Museum4.65.9 mi
- Buffalo Gap Historic Village4.79.1 mi
- National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature4.75.9 mi
- Swenson House.4.66.2 mi
- Abilene Zoo4.68.2 mi
- Abilene State Park4.612.5 mi
- Iron Horse Travel Center4.410 mi
- Redbud Park4.63.9 mi
- Cal Young Park4.46.9 mi
- Abilene Country Club - North4.75.4 mi
- Maxwell Golf Course3.85.5 mi
- Mall of Abilene4.14.1 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.23.2 mi
- Braum's Ice Cream & Dairy Store4.37.9 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.23.3 mi
- Kohl's4.22.6 mi
- Abilene Regional Airport4.18.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The primary anchor and employer for the ZIP code.
Provides local green space and recreational facilities for residents.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.