Real Estate Investing in Cameron, Texas

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4 ZIP codes • Population: 4,321

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (84/100)

Solid choice β€” values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
GOOD
4.0 / 5 (71/100)

Rare combination of both appreciation and cash flow. These markets don't last long β€” worth serious consideration.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 73.5% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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4.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

8.1% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

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Avg Home Value $112,649
Avg Monthly Rent $4,212
ZIP Codes 4

Investing in Cameron County Real Estate

Across Cameron County's 4 ZIPs, the picture is muted β€” soft rents, slow appreciation, and demographic headwinds that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

The investment case for Cameron County is difficult to make on screen data alone. a challenging fit for a 4.0 rating and cap rates that appear attractive only until real vacancy is underwritten.

Demographics in Cameron show real pressure β€” $N/AK median income is lackluster relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Avg Home Value
$112,649
Avg Monthly Rent
$4,212
1% Rule
βœ“ Passes
Landlord Friendly (TX)
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Cities in Cameron County

ZIP Codes in Cameron County, TX

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cameron County

Should investors worry about vacancy in, TX?

, TX carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect steady absorption at market rents of $4,212/mo.

Is it easy to find good tenants in, TX?

, TX offers a consistent renter base at the $4,212/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

Is, TX a good market for buy-and-hold investors?

, TX scores 4.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $113K and rents near $4,212/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

Is, TX above average for TX?

Compared with TX overall, is broadly in line with on price and yield. $113K homes against $4,212/mo rents drive the comparison.

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