Real Estate Investing in Rockwall, Texas (75032)

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Rockwall County • Population: 37,895 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 75032 (Rockwall, TX)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

Solid choice — stable market with a reasonable entry point and good rental backup if you ever need to move.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

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

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 25.3 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $533,328
Avg Monthly Rent $1,754
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $132,756
% Renters 19.0%

Market Analysis: 75032 Rockwall

ZIP 75032 in Rockwall, TX carries a significant set of headwinds. Home values near $533K and rents of $1,754/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $533K asset, 75032 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

In the broader TX picture, 75032 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

Put differently, 37,895 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. notable returns are possible in 75032, but they flow to investors who already understand how to operate in soft markets.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Rockwall:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 71/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
13/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+2.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,754/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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COOL MARKET
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
63 days
Average time to sell
Slow
11.2%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro data
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Property Strategy for 75032

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
1BR
8.3% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+8.5% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
2BR
$115,007/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
1BR $174,659 $2,020 8.3% +5.0% $174,659
2BR $230,014 $2,370 7.4% +4.9% $115,007
3BR $365,236 $2,980 5.9% +6.6% $121,745
4BR $599,137 $3,790 4.6% +7.7% $149,784
5BR $769,525 +8.5% $153,905

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$572K$499K$426K$353K$280K$207KJun 2008Jul 2017Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$2,025$1,878$1,732$1,585$1,439$1,292Jul 2016Jul 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 75032 Compare?

Metric 75032 Rockwall Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Texas
Home Value $533,328 $491,908 N/A $297,000
5-Year CAGR 4.1% 3.9% N/A 5.4%
Avg Rent $1,754 $1,884 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.6% 3.0% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.6%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.1%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $533,328
Monthly Rent $1,754
Price-to-Rent 25.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.0%
Cap Rate 2.6%
5-Year IRR 6.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +2.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +0.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.7% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year -10.2% ▼
3-Year CAGR -3.5% ▼
5-Year CAGR +0.3% ▲
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.6%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
3.7%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.1%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 75032

Population: 37,895

💰 Median Household Income
$132,756
This area
$132,756
State
$70,593
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
19.0%
This area
19.0%
State
29.5%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.9%
This area
1.9%
State
-25.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
48.9%
This area
48.9%
State
-5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
39.0 years
This area
39.0 years
State
-3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
3.7%
This area
3.7%
State
18.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 77.7%
Other/Mixed 10.8%
Black/African American 8.7%
Hispanic/Latino 8.1%
Asian 2.7%
👶 Under 18
26.4%
This area
26.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
12.0%
This area
12.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
1.2%
This area
1.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 75032

B Avg School Grade
9 Schools
16.6:1 Avg Class Size
$12,162 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

AMANDA ROCHELL EL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
403 Students
👨‍🏫
14.8:1 Class Size
💰
$12,162 Per Student
B+ Above Average

DORRIS A JONES EL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
650 Students
👨‍🏫
14.7:1 Class Size
💰
$12,162 Per Student
B Good

DOROTHY SMITH PULLEN EL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
608 Students
👨‍🏫
16.4:1 Class Size
💰
$12,162 Per Student
B Good

OUIDA SPRINGER

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
628 Students
👨‍🏫
15.5:1 Class Size
💰
$12,162 Per Student
B Good

SHARON SHANNON EL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
660 Students
👨‍🏫
16.3:1 Class Size
💰
$12,162 Per Student
B Good

AMY PARKS-HEATH EL

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
👥
725 Students
👨‍🏫
18.3:1 Class Size
💰
$12,162 Per Student
C+ Average

MAURINE CAIN MIDDLE

📚 07 – 08 Middle
👥
1,154 Students
👨‍🏫
20.0:1 Class Size
💰
$12,162 Per Student
C+ Average

ROCKWALL-HEATH H S

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
2,944 Students
👨‍🏫
17.3:1 Class Size
💰
$12,162 Per Student
C+ Average

HEATH 9TH GRADE CENTER

📚 Grade 09 High School Limited Data
💰
$12,162 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

4 Nearby
D
Hands on Therapy
41 students · 11.4 mi
C+
Southwestern Christian College
128 students · 11.8 mi
C
Amberton University
897 students · 13.0 mi
C
Graduate America College
72 students · 14.0 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are vacancy rates like in Rockwall, TX?

Rental vacancy in Rockwall, TX is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

Is TX a landlord-friendly state?

Rockwall, TX falls under TX landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

Does Rockwall, TX make sense for an investment property?

Our data puts Rockwall, TX at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $533K and rents around $1,754/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

Is it easy to find good tenants in Rockwall, TX?

Working renters make up the core of the Rockwall, TX tenant base. The pool is reasonable for investors targeting long-term holds.

What is the average monthly rent in Rockwall, TX?

Rental rates in Rockwall, TX average $1,754/mo. Tenant demand and $533K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

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