Real Estate Investing in Fort Davis, Texas

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 1,616 • Jeff Davis County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
WEAK FIT
Grade F (31/100)

Multiple negative signals. Better options likely exist nearby.

📈 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
  • High vacancy: 39.8% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Declining values: -1.7% 5-year CAGR — values have moved lower.

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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 $231,310
Avg Monthly Rent $918
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Fort Davis Real Estate

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

Fort Davis is the kind of market where the cap rate on paper and the cap rate realized tend to diverge. firmly out-of-state investors should be especially careful with the assumptions they carry in.

unambiguously Fort Davis's sale market has not rewarded patience. less favorable for listings sit longer, price cuts are common, and rent growth has been flat to negative in multiple ZIPs.

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

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Avg Home Value
$231,310
Avg Monthly Rent
$918
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (TX)

ZIP Codes in Fort Davis, TX

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fort Davis, TX

Can I house hack in Fort Davis, TX?

Fort Davis, TX is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $231K price point reasonable to enter.

Which real estate strategy fits Fort Davis, TX?

The best-fit strategy in Fort Davis, TX is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

Are tenants stable in Fort Davis, TX?

Fort Davis, TX draws a reliable base of working renters. Demand at the $918/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

Is TX a landlord-friendly state?

The landlord environment in Fort Davis, TX is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

What is the average home sale price in Fort Davis, TX?

Expect median prices around $231K in Fort Davis, TX. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been steady.

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