Real Estate Investing in Conroe, Texas (77302)

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Montgomery County • Population: 19,787 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 77302 (Conroe, TX)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (68/100)

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

📈 For Investors
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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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $329,332
Avg Monthly Rent $2,049
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $85,590
% Renters 19.8%

Market Analysis: 77302 Conroe

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Conroe's 77302 ZIP reports signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $329K pricing implies.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $329K asset, 77302 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

The gap between 77302 and stronger Conroe ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

Put differently, 19,787 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.

Strategy in 77302 is an operator game, not a passive one. In practical terms, entry prices of $329K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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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 Conroe:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 65/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.8× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+1.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,049/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
Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
79 days
Average time to sell
Slow
9.2%
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 Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX metro data
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Property Strategy for 77302

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
5.8% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+5.7% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
3BR
$89,164/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $242,127 $1,590 4.7% +5.5% $121,063
3BR $267,491 $2,140 5.8% +5.7% $89,164
4BR $365,804 $2,670 5.3% +5.5% $91,451
5BR $482,036 +5.6% $96,407

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$351K$308K$264K$220K$177K$133KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$2,240$2,171$2,102$2,033$1,965$1,896Feb 2024May 2025Jul 2026

📊 How Does 77302 Compare?

Metric 77302 Conroe Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX Texas
Home Value $329,332 $309,164 N/A $297,000
5-Year CAGR 3.0% 2.8% N/A 5.4%
Avg Rent $2,049 $1,699 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.9% 4.5% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.9%
Fair
5yr Growth
+3.0%
Slow

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $329,332
Monthly Rent $2,049
Price-to-Rent 13.4:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.5%
Cap Rate 4.9%
5-Year IRR 7.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +1.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +0.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +3.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.5% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year -3.9% ▼
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.9%). 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
5.2%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+3.0%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 77302

Population: 19,787

💰 Median Household Income
$85,590
This area
$85,590
State
$70,593
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
19.8%
This area
19.8%
State
29.5%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.3%
This area
1.3%
State
-25.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
21.1%
This area
21.1%
State
-5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
37.4 years
This area
37.4 years
State
-3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
5.2%
This area
5.2%
State
18.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 79.3%
Other/Mixed 17.4%
Hispanic/Latino 15.3%
Black/African American 2.5%
Asian 0.8%
👶 Under 18
28.1%
This area
28.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
14.1%
This area
14.1%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
12.1%
This area
12.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 77302

A Avg School Grade
5 Schools
13.2:1 Avg Class Size
$14,087 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

GRANGERLAND INT

📚 05 – 06 School
👥
555 Students
👨‍🏫
12.7:1 Class Size
💰
$14,087 Per Student
A Very Good

HOPE EL

📚 Pre-K – 04 Elementary
👥
629 Students
👨‍🏫
12.9:1 Class Size
💰
$14,087 Per Student
A Very Good

MILAM EL

📚 Pre-K – 04 Elementary
👥
556 Students
👨‍🏫
12.8:1 Class Size
💰
$14,087 Per Student
A Very Good

SAN JACINTO EL

📚 Pre-K – 04 Elementary
👥
612 Students
👨‍🏫
13.9:1 Class Size
💰
$14,087 Per Student
B+ Above Average

CONROE VIRTUAL SCHOOL

📚 04 – 09 High School
👥
189 Students
👨‍🏫
13.6:1 Class Size
💰
$14,087 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

3 Nearby 18,599 Off-Campus Students
D
Grace School of Theology
593 students · 6.9 mi
C
Lone Star College System
70,991 students · 8.1 mi
C
Florida Career College-Houston
264 students · 14.7 mi

Investor Insight: With 18,599 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What strategy should investors use in Conroe, TX?

A careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy Conroe, TX best. The market produces even-keeled results for that approach at the $329K price point.

How landlord-friendly is Conroe, TX?

Landlord-friendliness in Conroe, TX is landlord-friendly. Eviction timelines and lease enforcement are considered reasonable by most property managers.

What monthly rent should investors expect in Conroe, TX?

Rental rates in Conroe, TX average $2,049/mo. Tenant demand and $329K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

Does a duplex house hack pencil in Conroe, TX?

For house hackers, Conroe, TX is a challenging. The $2,049/mo rent on a unit helps defray the mortgage on a $329K property.

How does Conroe, TX rate as a rental market?

Conroe, TX rates 3.0/5 for investability. With median values at $329K and rents near $2,049/mo, the market offers reasonable fundamentals for rental investors.

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