Real Estate Investing in Gustine, Texas (76455)

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Comanche County • Population: 675 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 76455 (Gustine, TX)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (52/100)

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: 28.9% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely. • 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

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $267,796
Avg Monthly Rent $945
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $54,375
% Renters 11.0%

Market Analysis: 76455 Gustine

Turning to rents, ZIP 76455 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $268K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

For an experienced owner, 76455 can be a a solid fit for hunting ground — but the discount at $268K reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

The gap between 76455 and stronger Gustine ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

On balance, 675 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.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 76455 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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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 Gustine:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 62/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.9× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+10.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $945/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.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$278K$258K$237K$216K$196K$175KFeb 2021Nov 2023Jul 2026

📊 How Does 76455 Compare?

Metric 76455 Gustine Texas
Home Value $267,796 $267,796 $297,000
5-Year CAGR 6.4% 6.4% 5.4%
Avg Rent $945 $945 -
Cap Rate 2.8% 2.8% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.8%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.4%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $267,796
Monthly Rent $945
Price-to-Rent 23.6:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.2%
Cap Rate 2.8%
5-Year IRR 9.2%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +10.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR N/A

🏠 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
28.9%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.4%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 76455

Population: 675

💰 Median Household Income
$54,375
This area
$54,375
State
$70,593
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
11.0%
This area
11.0%
State
29.5%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.4%
This area
3.4%
State
-25.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
26.2%
This area
26.2%
State
-5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
47.5 years
This area
47.5 years
State
-3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
28.9%
This area
28.9%
State
18.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 76.9%
Other/Mixed 23.1%
Hispanic/Latino 22.9%
👶 Under 18
13.5%
This area
13.5%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
23.8%
This area
23.8%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
6.1%
This area
6.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 76455

A+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
7.0:1 Avg Class Size
$20,400 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

GUSTINE SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 12 K-12
👥
129 Students
👨‍🏫
7.0:1 Class Size
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$20,400 Per Student
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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • 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

Should investors consider Gustine, TX?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Gustine, TX reflects its $268K prices and $945/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within TX.

Can owner-occupants cash flow in Gustine, TX?

Gustine, TX offers a challenging house-hacking opportunity. Small multifamily or rent-by-the-room plays can pair well with the $945/mo rent level.

What do rentals go for in Gustine, TX?

Rental rates in Gustine, TX average $945/mo. Tenant demand and $268K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

What price range are homes in Gustine, TX?

The median home value in Gustine, TX is roughly $268K. That puts it reasonable relative to the TX statewide average.

How tight is the rental market in Gustine, TX?

Vacancy risk in Gustine, TX is elevated. That supports consistent cash flow for typical rental holds.

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