The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 77539 sells for about $299,900, or $158 per square foot.
Prices are down 8.12% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 58 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,800 a month.
ZIP 77539 — League City
The 77539 housing market is currently experiencing a price correction, with median sale prices down 8.12% year-over-year. Despite this, the area remains a popular choice for families due to its relative affordability compared to the broader Houston metro area. Inventory levels are moderate, and the market is showing signs of stabilization as buyers adjust to current interest rate environments.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a balance between affordability and access to the Houston-Galveston metro area, offering a suburban lifestyle with proximity to coastal amenities.
Median prices moved down 8.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 58 days on market with 4.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
22% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 10.4% — 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 8.2%/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 7.3%/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 77539, Galveston County TX
Crime trends in the Dickinson area are generally consistent with regional averages for Galveston County, though specific neighborhood variations exist.
Schools serving the 77539 area are primarily part of the Dickinson Independent School District, which maintains a range of ratings across its elementary, middle, and high school campuses.
The area is located in a coastal region of Texas, making it susceptible to hurricane-related wind and flood risks; property insurance premiums reflect these environmental exposures.
The area benefits from its proximity to the Houston-Galveston industrial corridor, with ongoing residential development and infrastructure improvements supporting local economic momentum.
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 typically commute via I-45 or Highway 3, providing access to employment hubs in Galveston to the south and the Clear Lake/Houston area to the north.
The area features access to Dickinson Bayou for water activities, several local parks, and proximity to shopping and dining districts in Dickinson and nearby League City.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from commuters and families, with a mix of single-family rentals and apartment complexes; vacancy rates remain stable.
The local economy is anchored by the petrochemical industry, healthcare, and retail sectors, with significant employment ties to the broader Houston-Galveston metro area.
The area is served by major highway corridors including I-45, facilitating regional transit, though public transit options are limited compared to the urban core.
Development is focused on residential subdivisions and commercial retail expansion along the FM 517 and I-45 corridors.
The Galveston Central Appraisal District manages property assessments for the area, conducting annual valuations based on market data.
Parcels in this ZIP are subject to Dickinson ISD taxes and may fall within specific MUDs or drainage districts.
Property insurance in this ZIP is heavily influenced by coastal windstorm and flood zone requirements, leading to higher-than-average premiums.
Texas continues to see positive net domestic migration, with the Houston-Galveston region remaining a primary destination for new residents.
Texas operates under a non-judicial foreclosure process, allowing for relatively expedited timelines for lenders.
Texas law requires sellers to provide a standard Seller's Disclosure Notice detailing the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and ACS 2024 5-year 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.
Provides recreational boating, fishing, and scenic waterfront access.
A central community park featuring sports fields and walking trails.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).