Real Estate Investing in Deer Park, Texas (77536)

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Harris County • Population: 32,421 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 77536 (Deer Park, 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
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 $281,504
Avg Monthly Rent $1,695
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $90,468
% Renters 21.6%

Market Analysis: 77536 Deer Park

ZIP 77536 in Deer Park, TX carries a substantial set of headwinds. Home values near $282K and rents of $1,695/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

The 77536 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

Within TX, ZIP 77536 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Harris County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and resilient enough to shape underwriting.

Demographically, 77536 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

The right play in 77536 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 Deer Park:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 76/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
13/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.1× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+1.8%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,695/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 77536

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
6.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+5.3% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$81,240/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $176,256 $1,570 6.4% +3.9% $88,128
3BR $261,457 $2,110 5.8% +5.3% $87,152
4BR $324,960 $2,630 5.8% +5.0% $81,240
5BR $421,476 +5.2% $84,295

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$297K$262K$227K$192K$157K$122KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$1,835$1,780$1,725$1,671$1,616$1,561Feb 2025Nov 2025Jul 2026

📊 How Does 77536 Compare?

Metric 77536 Deer Park Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX Texas
Home Value $281,504 $281,504 N/A $297,000
5-Year CAGR 3.3% 3.3% N/A 5.4%
Avg Rent $1,695 $1,695 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.7% 4.7% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.7%
Fair
5yr Growth
+3.3%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $281,504
Monthly Rent $1,695
Price-to-Rent 13.8:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 7.2%
Cap Rate 4.7%
5-Year IRR 8.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +1.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +1.1% ▲
5-Year CAGR +3.3% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.1% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year +3.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.7%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.7%). 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
4.3%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+3.3%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 77536

Population: 32,421

💰 Median Household Income
$90,468
This area
$90,468
State
$70,593
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
21.6%
This area
21.6%
State
29.5%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.2%
This area
3.2%
State
-25.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
24.6%
This area
24.6%
State
-5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
37.5 years
This area
37.5 years
State
-3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.3%
This area
4.3%
State
18.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 76.0%
Other/Mixed 20.8%
Hispanic/Latino 17.0%
Black/African American 2.2%
Asian 1.0%
👶 Under 18
24.2%
This area
24.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
16.4%
This area
16.4%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.5%
This area
4.5%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 77536

B+ Avg School Grade
10 Schools
15.6:1 Avg Class Size
$17,675 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

COLLEGE PARK EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
434 Students
👨‍🏫
14.9:1 Class Size
💰
$22,184 Per Student
A Very Good

HERITAGE EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
620 Students
👨‍🏫
17.4:1 Class Size
💰
$22,184 Per Student
A Very Good

JP DABBS EL

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
621 Students
👨‍🏫
14.7:1 Class Size
💰
$16,548 Per Student
B+ Above Average

CARPENTER EL

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
804 Students
👨‍🏫
14.9:1 Class Size
💰
$16,548 Per Student
B+ Above Average

BONNETTE J H

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
672 Students
👨‍🏫
15.0:1 Class Size
💰
$16,548 Per Student
B+ Above Average

DEER PARK EL

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
691 Students
👨‍🏫
15.8:1 Class Size
💰
$16,548 Per Student
B+ Above Average

DEER PARK J H

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
857 Students
👨‍🏫
16.4:1 Class Size
💰
$16,548 Per Student
B+ Above Average

SAN JACINTO EL

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
807 Students
👨‍🏫
15.6:1 Class Size
💰
$16,548 Per Student
B Good

DEER PARK H S

📚 08 – 12 High School
👥
4,063 Students
👨‍🏫
15.5:1 Class Size
💰
$16,548 Per Student
C Below Average

H S POINT

📚 09 – 11 High School Limited Data
👥
5 Students
💰
$16,548 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 30,979 Off-Campus Students
C+
San Jacinto Community College
31,494 students · 2.1 mi
D
Texas Chiropractic College Foundation Inc
267 students · 2.6 mi
D
Interactive College of Technology
62 students · 5.7 mi
C+
University of Houston-Clear Lake
8,211 students · 7.5 mi
C
Lee College
8,143 students · 8.9 mi
C
Houston Training School-Main Campus
220 students · 9.4 mi
C
Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Houston
281 students · 10.1 mi
C
Elite Welding Academy
29 students · 10.8 mi

Investor Insight: With 30,979 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

How high is vacancy risk in Deer Park, TX?

Expect elevated vacancy in Deer Park, TX. Rents at $1,695/mo are absorbed by the tenant base without meaningful lag.

Is real estate in Deer Park, TX a good investment right now?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Deer Park, TX reflects its $282K prices and $1,695/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within TX.

Does a duplex house hack pencil in Deer Park, TX?

The house hack math a challenging in Deer Park, TX. Owner-occupant buyers benefit from the $1,695/mo rents and $282K home values.

How strict are landlord regulations in Deer Park, TX?

The landlord environment in Deer Park, TX is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

Are tenants stable in Deer Park, TX?

Deer Park, TX offers a predictable renter base at the $1,695/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

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