The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78330 sells for about $269,753, or $160 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (+0.3%), a market in balance. Homes take about 56 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,450 a month.
ZIP 78330 — Agua Dulce
The housing market in this area shows signs of stabilization with modest price growth and a balanced inventory level. While the broader Corpus Christi market faces competitive pressures, this ZIP maintains steady demand driven by its proximity to key industrial employment hubs. Buyers are finding a market that is less volatile than the national average, supported by consistent local economic activity.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and local workers seeking proximity to the coast and industrial employment centers, offering a more affordable entry point compared to larger metropolitan hubs.
Median prices moved up 0.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 56 days on market with 4.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
20% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.8% · poverty 14.5% — 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 5.6%/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 5.7%/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 78330, Nueces County TX
Crime rates in the Corpus Christi area are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue in urbanized ZIP codes.
Schools serving the area are part of the Corpus Christi Independent School District, which maintains a mix of ratings; performance varies significantly by specific campus.
The area faces significant wind and flood risks due to its coastal location on the Gulf of Mexico, necessitating robust property insurance coverage.
Economic momentum is driven by the Port of Corpus Christi, energy sector operations, and ongoing infrastructure projects aimed at expanding regional logistics capacity.
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 primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with major corridors providing access to downtown Corpus Christi and industrial employment hubs.
The area offers proximity to coastal amenities, including public beaches, fishing piers, and local parks, alongside standard retail and dining options.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from the local workforce, with moderate vacancy pressure and a notable presence of long-term residential investors.
The economy is anchored by the Port of Corpus Christi, the petrochemical industry, and regional healthcare services, providing a stable employment base.
Transportation is dominated by highway access, with limited public transit options; the area is served by major regional road networks connecting to the city core.
Development is focused on industrial expansion near the port and residential infill projects to support the growing workforce.
The Nueces County Appraisal District manages property assessments, utilizing mass appraisal techniques to determine market values for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to various special districts, including school districts, municipal utility districts, and regional flood control authorities.
Property insurance premiums are elevated due to the region's high exposure to hurricane and wind-related hazards.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov using 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.
- Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds4.515.7 mi
- Javelina Stadium4.517.5 mi
- Rockin' K Farms | South Texas Pumpkin Fest4.49.3 mi
- Rio Plaza IV Alice3.88.3 mi
- Anderson Park4.59.7 mi
- King Ranch Museum4.418.1 mi
- Anderson Park4.59.7 mi
- Alice Municipal Golf Course4.29.5 mi
- Corpus Christi International Airport4.524.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides extensive recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, and beach access.
Neighborhood-level green spaces serving local residents with playgrounds and walking paths.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.