Real Estate Investing in Smith County, Texas

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13 ZIP codes • Population: 217,427

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (64/100)

Mixed signals β€” some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

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

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 17.1% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

4.3% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

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Avg Home Value $258,400
Avg Monthly Rent $1,455
ZIP Codes 13

Investing in Smith County Real Estate

With 217,427 residents across 5 cities, Smith County shows modest fundamentals that keep most passive capital on the sidelines β€” a region that demands real local knowledge.

The investment case for Smith County is difficult to make on screen data alone. better suited elsewhere for a 3.0 rating and cap rates that appear attractive only until real vacancy is underwritten.

A 217,427 population and $N/AK household income profile is what makes Smith a challenging rental region β€” the base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$258,400
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,455
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (TX)
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πŸ“‰ Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Tyler, TX metro

4/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
67%
Days Pending
2/2
88 days

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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Smith County

3 Colleges 22,299 Students 4,855 Off-Campus Renters
C+
Tyler Junior College
4-Year Public Β· 11,977 students
πŸ“ ~3,413 students rent off-campus
C+
The University of Texas at Tyler
4-Year Public Β· 9,678 students
πŸ“ ~1,442 students rent off-campus
D
Texas College
4-Year Private Β· 644 students

Investor Insight: With 4,855 students living off-campus, Smith County has substantial rental demand from the college population β€” typically stable, lease-renewing tenants.

Cities in Smith County

ZIP Codes in Smith County, TX

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Frequently Asked Questions About Smith County

Should investors worry about vacancy in, TX?

, TX carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect stable absorption at market rents of $1,455/mo.

Which real estate strategy fits, TX?

, TX investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($258K prices, $1,455/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

Are landlord laws favorable in, TX?

For rental operators, TX rates as tenant-protective. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

Is, TX above or below the TX benchmark?

Relative to TX as a whole, ranks broadly in line with. The local 3.0/5 score summarizes the position.

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