Real Estate Investing in Marion County, Texas

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2 ZIP codes • Population: 9,535

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (51/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A cash-flow market β€” rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 28.6% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.
  • Flat appreciation: Values have barely moved over 5 years (1.2% CAGR).

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

1.2% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $158,614
Avg Monthly Rent $923
ZIP Codes 2

Investing in Marion County Real Estate

Across Marion County's 2 ZIPs, the picture is tepid β€” soft rents, slow appreciation, and demographic headwinds that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

decisively Marion County's β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜† aggregate rating reflects lackluster investor metrics across the board β€” soft rent growth, soft appreciation, and structural headwinds worth taking seriously.

Distressed-leaning demographics in Marion β€” soft income growth, high rent burden, population shifts β€” are among the reasons the β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜† rating sits where it does.

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Avg Home Value
$158,614
Avg Monthly Rent
$923
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (TX)
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Cities in Marion County

ZIP Codes in Marion County, TX

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marion County

What are rental rates like in, TX?

Rents in, TX run near $923/mo. Compared with median home prices of $159K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

Are tenants stable in, TX?

The tenant pool in, TX is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $923/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

What are vacancy rates like in, TX?

Vacancy risk in, TX is elevated. That supports reliable cash flow for typical rental holds.

What real estate strategy is ideal for, TX?

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

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