Real Estate Investing in Brookeland, Texas (75931)

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Jasper County • Population: 2,209 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 75931 (Brookeland, TX)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (48/100)

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
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 49.3% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 26.0 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• 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 $272,760
Avg Monthly Rent $873
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $54,931
% Renters 17.1%

Market Analysis: 75931 Brookeland

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Brookeland's 75931 ZIP shows signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $273K pricing implies.

The investment case in 75931 is notable only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $273K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

Nearby ZIPs in Brookeland have seen price recovery that 75931 has not matched. Jasper County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

Resident income in 75931 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

The 75931 ZIP fits a narrow investor profile — hands-on, patient, and willing to accept that the cap rate on paper is not the cap rate in reality.

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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 Brookeland:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 58/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 5× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+4.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $873/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$292K$254K$216K$178K$140K$102KJun 2009Jan 2018Jul 2026

📊 How Does 75931 Compare?

Metric 75931 Brookeland Texas
Home Value $272,760 $272,760 $297,000
5-Year CAGR 4.9% 4.9% 5.4%
Avg Rent $873 $873 -
Cap Rate 2.5% 2.5% -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.5%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.9%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $272,760
Monthly Rent $873
Price-to-Rent 26.0:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.8%
Cap Rate 2.5%
5-Year IRR 7.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +4.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.5% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.5%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.5%). 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
49.3%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.9%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 75931

Population: 2,209

💰 Median Household Income
$54,931
This area
$54,931
State
$70,593
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
17.1%
This area
17.1%
State
29.5%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.6%
This area
1.6%
State
-25.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
22.6%
This area
22.6%
State
-5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
54.7 years
This area
54.7 years
State
-3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
49.3%
This area
49.3%
State
18.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 92.5%
Other/Mixed 5.3%
Hispanic/Latino 3.3%
Black/African American 1.8%
Asian 0.4%
👶 Under 18
14.4%
This area
14.4%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
30.0%
This area
30.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
6.0%
This area
6.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 75931

A Avg School Grade
2 Schools
9.6:1 Avg Class Size
$16,382 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

BROOKELAND EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
197 Students
👨‍🏫
10.2:1 Class Size
💰
$16,382 Per Student
A Very Good

BROOKELAND H S

📚 06 – 12 High School
👥
174 Students
👨‍🏫
9.1:1 Class Size
💰
$16,382 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.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby
C
Academy of Hair Design-Jasper
49 students · 13.2 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are home prices like in Brookeland, TX?

The median home value in Brookeland, TX is roughly $273K. That puts it reasonable relative to the TX statewide average.

What kind of market is Brookeland, TX for investors?

Our data puts Brookeland, TX at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $273K and rents around $873/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

Are tenants stable in Brookeland, TX?

Brookeland, TX draws a consistent base of working renters. Demand at the $873/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

What is the average monthly rent in Brookeland, TX?

Expect rents around $873/mo per month in Brookeland, TX. With home values at $273K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

What is it like being a landlord in Brookeland, TX?

TX law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Brookeland inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

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