Real Estate Investing in Anahuac, Texas (77514)

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Chambers County • Population: 5,213 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 77514 (Anahuac, TX)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (57/100)

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
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 23.5% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• 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 $266,533
Avg Monthly Rent $1,359
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $61,569
% Renters 17.7%

Market Analysis: 77514 Anahuac

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Anahuac's 77514 ZIP comes in at signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $267K pricing implies.

Rent of $1,359/mo on a $267K basis reads well until vacancy, delinquency, and capex enter the model. The honest cap rate in 77514 sits below the stated 0.0% once reality is priced in.

Looking more closely, 77514 offers a low basis, the region around Anahuac has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

In practical terms, 5,213 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 77514 is an operator game, not a passive one. Meanwhile, entry prices of $267K 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 Anahuac:

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 4.3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+4.3%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,359/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

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$282K$247K$213K$179K$144K$110KApr 2009Dec 2017Jul 2026

📊 How Does 77514 Compare?

Metric 77514 Anahuac Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX Texas
Home Value $266,533 $266,533 N/A $297,000
5-Year CAGR 3.0% 3.0% N/A 5.4%
Avg Rent $1,359 $1,359 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.0% 4.0% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.0%
Low
5yr Growth
+3.0%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $266,533
Monthly Rent $1,359
Price-to-Rent 16.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.1%
Cap Rate 4.0%
5-Year IRR 7.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +4.3% ▲
3-Year CAGR +1.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +3.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.2% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.0%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.0%). 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
23.5%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+3.0%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 77514

Population: 5,213

💰 Median Household Income
$61,569
This area
$61,569
State
$70,593
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
17.7%
This area
17.7%
State
29.5%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.9%
This area
2.9%
State
-25.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
6.2%
This area
6.2%
State
-5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
40.1 years
This area
40.1 years
State
-3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
23.5%
This area
23.5%
State
18.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 59.0%
Other/Mixed 24.5%
Hispanic/Latino 23.1%
Black/African American 13.3%
Asian 3.2%
👶 Under 18
23.2%
This area
23.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
19.7%
This area
19.7%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
15.2%
This area
15.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 77514

A Avg School Grade
3 Schools
14.4:1 Avg Class Size
$14,173 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

ANAHUAC EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
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729 Students
👨‍🏫
14.2:1 Class Size
💰
$14,173 Per Student
A Very Good

ANAHUAC H S

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
476 Students
👨‍🏫
14.0:1 Class Size
💰
$14,173 Per Student
A Very Good

ANAHUAC MIDDLE

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
342 Students
👨‍🏫
15.0:1 Class Size
💰
$14,173 Per Student
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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

Does a duplex house hack pencil in Anahuac, TX?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Anahuac, TX reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

How landlord-friendly is Anahuac, TX?

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

How deep is the rental pool in Anahuac, TX?

The tenant pool in Anahuac, TX is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $1,359/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

Should investors worry about vacancy in Anahuac, TX?

Vacancy in Anahuac, TX is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $1,359/mo.

What monthly rent should investors expect in Anahuac, TX?

Average rent in Anahuac, TX is approximately $1,359/mo per month. Against $267K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

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