Real Estate Investing in Winnsboro, Texas (75494)

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Wood County • Population: 11,685 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 75494 (Winnsboro, TX)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (53/100)

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

📈 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 vacancy: 22.4% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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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 $269,678
Avg Monthly Rent $981
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $65,955
% Renters 19.3%

Market Analysis: 75494 Winnsboro

ZIP 75494 in Winnsboro, TX carries a healthy set of headwinds. Home values near $270K and rents of $981/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 $270K asset, 75494 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

Regionally, 75494 sits on the difficult end of the TX spectrum. The a viable market for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

From an investor standpoint, 11,685 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. significant returns are possible in 75494, 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 Winnsboro:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 63/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.1× the median income
Value Trend
Declining (-0.9%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $981/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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Property Strategy for 75494

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
4.3% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+9.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$88,709/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $182,177 $1,090 4.3% +9.0% $91,088
3BR $266,127 $1,460 3.9% +8.5% $88,709
4BR $389,770 $1,540 2.8% +8.4% $97,443

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$289K$251K$213K$175K$138K$100KFeb 2009Nov 2017Jul 2026

📊 How Does 75494 Compare?

Metric 75494 Winnsboro Texas
Home Value $269,678 $269,678 $297,000
5-Year CAGR 2.5% 2.5% 5.4%
Avg Rent $981 $981 -
Cap Rate 2.8% 2.8% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.8%
Low
5yr Growth
+2.5%
Slow

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $269,678
Monthly Rent $981
Price-to-Rent 22.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.4%
Cap Rate 2.8%
5-Year IRR 5.3%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year -0.9% ▼
3-Year CAGR +0.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +2.5% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.4% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.8%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.8%). 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
22.4%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+2.5%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 75494

Population: 11,685

💰 Median Household Income
$65,955
This area
$65,955
State
$70,593
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
19.3%
This area
19.3%
State
29.5%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.0%
This area
2.0%
State
-25.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
21.4%
This area
21.4%
State
-5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
42.7 years
This area
42.7 years
State
-3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
22.4%
This area
22.4%
State
18.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 88.7%
Other/Mixed 9.3%
Hispanic/Latino 6.7%
Asian 1.1%
Black/African American 0.8%
👶 Under 18
23.0%
This area
23.0%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
22.9%
This area
22.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
8.8%
This area
8.8%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 75494

A Avg School Grade
4 Schools
12.5:1 Avg Class Size
$16,159 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

WINNSBORO H S

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
496 Students
👨‍🏫
11.1:1 Class Size
💰
$16,159 Per Student
A Very Good

WINNSBORO J H

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
330 Students
👨‍🏫
10.3:1 Class Size
💰
$16,159 Per Student
A Very Good

WINNSBORO MEMORIAL INT

📚 03 – 05 Elementary
👥
301 Students
👨‍🏫
12.6:1 Class Size
💰
$16,159 Per Student
B+ Above Average

WINNSBORO EL

📚 Pre-K – 02 Elementary
👥
356 Students
👨‍🏫
15.9:1 Class Size
💰
$16,159 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which real estate strategy fits Winnsboro, TX?

In Winnsboro, TX the durable play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $270K prices and $981/mo rents suits that approach.

How deep is the rental pool in Winnsboro, TX?

Tenant quality in Winnsboro, TX ranks as solid. Landlords generally report steady occupancy at market rents of $981/mo.

What is the median home value in Winnsboro, TX?

Median home price in Winnsboro, TX is near $270K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been predictable and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

How landlord-friendly is Winnsboro, TX?

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

Does house hacking make sense in Winnsboro, TX?

House hacking in Winnsboro, TX is a challenging. With home values around $270K and rents at $981/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

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