The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 76021 sells for about $419,000, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 28 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,850 a month.
ZIP 76021
The 76021 housing market remains competitive with a median sale price of $419,000, reflecting a 3.5% year-over-year increase. Low inventory levels continue to drive demand, though the market has stabilized compared to the rapid appreciation seen in previous years. Buyers are facing a balanced environment where homes are selling near list price, supported by the area's strong school district and central metroplex location.
This ZIP is ideal for families and commuters seeking a central location between Dallas and Fort Worth, offering a balance of established suburban housing, strong schools, and convenient access to major employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 3.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 28 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
22% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 7.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 10.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 76021, Tarrant County TX
Bedford generally experiences lower violent crime rates compared to the broader Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, with property crime remaining the primary focus of local law enforcement efforts.
The area is served by the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District, which is consistently recognized for high academic performance and strong extracurricular programs.
The region is subject to standard North Texas climate risks, including severe thunderstorms, hail, and occasional high-wind events; flood risk is generally localized to specific drainage basins.
Economic momentum is driven by the area's central location within the DFW metroplex, benefiting from proximity to DFW International Airport and major corporate headquarters in the Mid-Cities corridor.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Texas) — Senior (65+) and Disabled Homestead Exemption and School Tax Ceiling: Grants an additional mandatory $10,000 exemption from ISD appraised value (Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100,000 - $10,000) and establishes an absolute statutory tax freeze (school tax ceiling): total ISD property taxes cannot exceed the dollar ceiling established in the… State (Texas) — General Residence Homestead Exemption and 10% Valuation Growth Cap: Imposes mandatory state-level valuation deductions and growth limitations on the qualifying homestead: (1) Mandates a $100,000 deduction from appraised value for independent school district (ISD) maintenance and operations/debt taxation: Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100… State (Texas) — Ad Valorem Real Property Taxation and Assessment Ratio: Mandates ad valorem appraisal of all real property at 100% of fair market value as of January 1 each tax year (Assessment Ratio = 1.00).
Residents benefit from direct access to State Highway 183 and State Highway 121, providing efficient transit to both downtown Fort Worth and downtown Dallas.
The ZIP features extensive local park systems including Bedford Boys Ranch Park, proximity to the Trinity River trails, and numerous shopping centers along the Airport Freeway corridor.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from commuters and families, with moderate vacancy pressure and a mix of established apartment communities and single-family rentals.
The economy is anchored by the service, retail, and healthcare sectors, with significant employment spillover from the nearby DFW Airport and the broader Mid-Cities industrial base.
The area is highly car-dependent but benefits from proximity to the Trinity Railway Express (TRE) stations in neighboring cities and major highway arteries.
Ongoing planning efforts focus on the revitalization of the Highway 183 corridor and the expansion of mixed-use zoning to encourage higher-density residential development.
The Tarrant Appraisal District manages property assessments, utilizing mass appraisal techniques to determine market value for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to taxes from the Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD, Tarrant County, and Tarrant County College District.
Property insurance premiums in this area have trended upward due to regional exposure to severe weather events, particularly hail and wind damage.
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Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
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Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major community hub featuring a lake, trails, and sports facilities.
Features an amphitheater and extensive green space for community events.
A popular seasonal water park serving the local community.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).