Real Estate Investing in Batson, Texas

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 556 • Hardin County

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Should you buy in Batson, TX? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (63/100)

Mixed — values have been flat. OK for long-horizon buyers, less attractive if you may need to sell soon.

📈 For Investors
WEAK
2.0 / 5 (33/100)

Structural challenges here. The numbers may look cheap but operational risk is high. Only for experienced, hands-on investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • Flat appreciation: Values have barely moved over 5 years (0.0% CAGR).
  • Higher unemployment: 8.8% unemployment — tenant risk signal.

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2.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

0.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $195,884
Avg Monthly Rent $927
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Batson Real Estate

Batson, TX covers 1 ZIP codes and a population but the investment metrics here are lackluster — this is not a market to enter casually.

The investment case for Batson is difficult to make on screen data alone. better suited elsewhere for a 2.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

Rents in Batson at $927/mo have struggled to keep pace with cost increases, and vacancy has risen in pockets — a dynamic that compresses realized returns well below headline cap rates.

Demographics in Batson show real pressure — median income of $N/AK is modest relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Avg Home Value
$195,884
Avg Monthly Rent
$927
1% Rule
✗ Below
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ZIP Codes in Batson, TX

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Frequently Asked Questions About Batson, TX

Is Batson, TX suited for a house hack?

For house hackers, Batson, TX is a challenging. The $927/mo rent on a unit helps defray the mortgage on a $196K property.

How much do tenants pay in Batson, TX?

Expect rents around $927/mo per month in Batson, TX. With home values at $196K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

Is the tenant base reliable in Batson, TX?

Tenant demand in Batson, TX is solid. The local workforce $927/mo rents across most rental classes.

What is the best play in Batson, TX?

Batson, TX investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($196K prices, $927/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

What are home prices like in Batson, TX?

The median home value in Batson, TX is roughly $196K. That puts it reasonable relative to the TX statewide average.

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