Real Estate Investing in Diana, Texas (75640)

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Upshur County • Population: 6,338 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 75640 (Diana, TX)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (69/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

• 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 $287,994
Avg Monthly Rent $1,179
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $80,833
% Renters 19.4%

Market Analysis: 75640 Diana

ZIP 75640 in Diana, TX carries a robust set of headwinds. Home values near $288K and rents of $1,179/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

Stepping back, the numbers look inviting — $288K purchase price, 0.0% nominal cap — the work to hit that pro forma in 75640 is substantial and deserves full respect.

Statewide comparisons place 75640 among TX's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

Demographically, 75640 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

Strategically, 75640 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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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 Diana:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.6× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+2.1%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,179/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
Longview, TX Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
86 days
Average time to sell
Slow
8.9%
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 Longview, TX metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$305K$271K$238K$205K$171K$138KFeb 2009Nov 2017Jul 2026

📊 How Does 75640 Compare?

Metric 75640 Diana Longview, TX Texas
Home Value $287,994 $287,994 N/A $297,000
5-Year CAGR 3.9% 3.9% N/A 5.4%
Avg Rent $1,179 $1,179 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.2% 3.2% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.2%
Low
5yr Growth
+3.9%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Longview, TX metro

4/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
65%
Days Pending
2/2
86 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $287,994
Monthly Rent $1,179
Price-to-Rent 20.4:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.9%
Cap Rate 3.2%
5-Year IRR 7.1%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +2.1% ▲
3-Year CAGR +1.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR +3.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.8% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.2%). 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
4.0%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+3.9%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 75640

Population: 6,338

💰 Median Household Income
$80,833
This area
$80,833
State
$70,593
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
19.4%
This area
19.4%
State
29.5%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.9%
This area
2.9%
State
-25.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
20.7%
This area
20.7%
State
-5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
36.0 years
This area
36.0 years
State
-3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.0%
This area
4.0%
State
18.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 85.8%
Other/Mixed 11.0%
Hispanic/Latino 3.7%
Black/African American 2.8%
Asian 0.3%
👶 Under 18
25.7%
This area
25.7%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
15.0%
This area
15.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
6.1%
This area
6.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 75640

B+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
14.3:1 Avg Class Size
$12,476 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

NEW DIANA H S

📚 09 – 12 High School
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314 Students
👨‍🏫
11.0:1 Class Size
💰
$12,476 Per Student
B Good

ROBERT F HUNT EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
567 Students
👨‍🏫
15.8:1 Class Size
💰
$12,476 Per Student
B Good

NEW DIANA MIDDLE

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
283 Students
👨‍🏫
16.2:1 Class Size
💰
$12,476 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

What kind of vacancy should I budget for in Diana, TX?

Diana, TX vacancy trends elevated. Investors running standard buy-and-hold plays see reasonable downtime between tenants.

Where do rents currently stand in Diana, TX?

The typical rental in Diana, TX commands about $1,179/mo monthly. That rent profile stable cash flow against the $288K purchase basis.

What are home prices like in Diana, TX?

Median home price in Diana, TX is near $288K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been predictable and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

Is Diana, TX a friendly market for rental owners?

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

What is the investability score for Diana, TX?

Diana, TX sits at an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $288K and average rents around $1,179/mo. That combination puts it in the healthy tier for investor interest.

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