The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 76936 sells for about $116,000, or $124 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 87 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $950 a month.
ZIP 76936 — Eldorado
The housing market in 76936 remains stable with low inventory and modest price appreciation driven by local demand. The market is characterized by long-term ownership and limited turnover, reflecting the rural nature of the area. Prices have seen steady growth over the last decade, supported by a consistent local economy.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle, agricultural professionals, and those who prefer small-town community living over urban density.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 87 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
5% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.5% · poverty 11.0% — 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 2.6%/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 2.7%/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 76936, Texas
Crime rates in Eldorado are generally low and consistent with rural West Texas trends, remaining well below national averages for violent and property crime.
The area is served by the Schleicher County Independent School District, which provides a small-town educational environment with a focus on community-integrated learning.
The region faces moderate risks from extreme heat and occasional severe thunderstorms, with standard wildfire mitigation practices recommended for rural properties.
The local economy is primarily driven by agriculture, ranching, and energy sector activities, with steady but slow development momentum characteristic of rural Schleicher County.
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).
Commuting is primarily by private vehicle, with residents typically traveling to nearby regional hubs like San Angelo for major employment and services.
Recreational opportunities include local parks, community sports facilities, and access to expansive rural landscapes for outdoor activities like hunting and stargazing.
The rental market is limited in depth, characterized by low turnover and a reliance on single-family housing stock rather than multi-family developments.
The economy is anchored by the agricultural sector, ranching, and oil and gas operations, which provide the primary employment base for the region.
Transportation is heavily reliant on highway corridors like US-277, which connects the area to larger regional employment centers.
Development is largely focused on maintaining existing infrastructure and supporting small-scale residential growth within the city limits.
The Schleicher County Appraisal District manages property assessments, focusing on agricultural valuations and standard residential market appraisals.
Parcels are subject to Schleicher County ISD taxes and local county-level hospital and utility district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including wind and hail risk, typical of the West Texas climate.
Net domestic migration is stable, with a slight trend toward long-term residents and retirees moving into the area.
Texas follows a non-judicial foreclosure process, allowing for relatively efficient resolution of defaulted mortgages.
Sellers are required to provide a standard Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Seller's Disclosure Notice detailing the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau 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.
Central community space for local gatherings and recreation.
Local nine-hole course serving the community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.