Real Estate Investing in Jarrell, Texas (76537)

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Williamson County • Population: 12,526 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 76537 (Jarrell, TX)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (73/100)

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 (52/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • Declining values: -0.4% 5-year CAGR — values have moved lower.

What’s happening in Jarrell, TX (76537)?

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $257,388
Avg Monthly Rent $1,791
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $88,250
% Renters 18.4%

Market Analysis: 76537 Jarrell

ZIP 76537 in Jarrell, TX carries a notable set of headwinds. Home values near $257K and rents of $1,791/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

The 76537 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

Statewide comparisons place 76537 among TX's softer markets. That context does not make the ZIP uninvestable, but it does raise the bar for due diligence.

Resident income in 76537 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

The right play in 76537 usually involves deep tenant screening, aggressive delinquency response, and a conservative capex buffer. Anything less, and the discount can turn into a trap.

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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 Jarrell:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 61/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
5/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 2.9× the median income
Value Trend
Declining (-2.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,791/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
Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown, TX Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
89 days
Average time to sell
Slow
9.5%
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 Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown, TX metro data
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Property Strategy for 76537

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
7.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+5.2% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$70,093/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
3BR $246,551 $2,460 7.2% +4.8% $82,184
4BR $280,374 $2,890 7.4% +5.2% $70,093

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$359K$311K$263K$214K$166K$118KMar 2008May 2017Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$1,977$1,918$1,858$1,799$1,740$1,680Jan 2023Oct 2024Jul 2026

📊 How Does 76537 Compare?

Metric 76537 Jarrell Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown, TX Texas
Home Value $257,388 $257,388 N/A $297,000
5-Year CAGR N/A N/A N/A 5.4%
Avg Rent $1,791 $1,791 N/A -
Cap Rate 5.4% 5.4% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
5.4%
Fair
5yr Growth
-0.4%
Declining

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $257,388
Monthly Rent $1,791
Price-to-Rent 12.0:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 8.4%
Cap Rate 5.4%
5-Year IRR 5.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year -2.6% ▼
3-Year CAGR -4.6% ▼
5-Year CAGR -0.4% ▼
10-Year CAGR +3.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year -4.1% ▼
3-Year CAGR -2.1% ▼
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 5.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (5.4%). 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
5.0%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
-0.4%
Flat
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 76537

Population: 12,526

💰 Median Household Income
$88,250
This area
$88,250
State
$70,593
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
18.4%
This area
18.4%
State
29.5%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.5%
This area
3.5%
State
-25.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
20.5%
This area
20.5%
State
-5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
30.4 years
This area
30.4 years
State
-3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
5.0%
This area
5.0%
State
18.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 63.3%
Other/Mixed 25.3%
Hispanic/Latino 20.2%
Black/African American 7.0%
Asian 4.3%
👶 Under 18
27.3%
This area
27.3%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
9.1%
This area
9.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
8.1%
This area
8.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 76537

A+ Avg School Grade
5 Schools
14.9:1 Avg Class Size
$20,833 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

IGO EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
552 Students
👨‍🏫
13.8:1 Class Size
💰
$20,833 Per Student
A+ Excellent

JARRELL EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
657 Students
👨‍🏫
13.2:1 Class Size
💰
$20,833 Per Student
A+ Excellent

JARRELL H S

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
957 Students
👨‍🏫
14.4:1 Class Size
💰
$20,833 Per Student
A Very Good

DOUBLE CREEK EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
706 Students
👨‍🏫
16.8:1 Class Size
💰
$20,833 Per Student
A Very Good

JARRELL MIDDLE

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
837 Students
👨‍🏫
16.1:1 Class Size
💰
$20,833 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

2 Nearby
B
Southwestern University
1,457 students · 13.2 mi
C
The Salon Professional Academy-Georgetown
72 students · 13.5 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Can owner-occupants cash flow in Jarrell, TX?

House hacking in Jarrell, TX is reasonable to execute. Prices around $257K and rents of $1,791/mo solid owner-occupant economics.

What kind of tenants rent in Jarrell, TX?

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

How does Jarrell, TX rate as a rental market?

With a 3.0/5 investability score, Jarrell, TX ranks as a solid market for rental property investors. Median prices of $257K and rents of $1,791/mo drive the underlying numbers.

How strong are rents in Jarrell, TX?

Rental rates in Jarrell, TX average $1,791/mo. Tenant demand and $257K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

Is rental property easy to operate in Jarrell, TX?

Jarrell, TX operates under TX law, which is landlord-friendly overall for landlords. Expect stable treatment in typical lease and eviction cases.

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