The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 79837 sells for about $293,000, or $171 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.9% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 61 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,350 a month.
ZIP 79837 — Dell City
The El Paso housing market shows resilience with steady price appreciation and a balanced inventory level. Buyer demand remains consistent, supported by the area's strong military and logistics-based economy. While interest rates influence affordability, the market continues to perform steadily compared to national trends.
This area is well-suited for military families, first-time homebuyers, and those seeking an affordable cost of living with access to a unique binational cultural environment.
Median prices moved up 4.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 61 days on market with 3.7 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
11% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 18.5% — 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 8.1%/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 7.5%/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 79837, El Paso County TX
El Paso consistently ranks as one of the safest large cities in the United States, with crime rates remaining significantly lower than national averages for cities of comparable size.
The area is served by several independent school districts, with performance varying by specific neighborhood; many schools maintain solid accountability ratings within the Texas Education Agency framework.
The region faces low risk from major natural disasters like hurricanes or wildfires, though residents must manage high solar exposure and occasional flash-flood risks during monsoon season.
Economic momentum is driven by a robust military presence at Fort Bliss, a growing manufacturing and logistics sector, and significant cross-border trade infrastructure.
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).
Commutes are generally manageable via the I-10 corridor, which serves as the primary artery connecting residential areas to the downtown employment core and industrial hubs.
Residents have access to extensive outdoor amenities, including the Franklin Mountains State Park for hiking and biking, numerous municipal parks, and proximity to regional shopping centers.
The rental market remains stable with moderate vacancy pressure, supported by a steady influx of military personnel and a consistent demand for workforce housing.
The economy is anchored by Fort Bliss, the University of Texas at El Paso, and a diverse mix of manufacturing, healthcare, and international trade industries.
The region is served by a network of highways including I-10 and US-54, with public transit provided by Sun Metro.
Ongoing infrastructure improvements focus on highway expansion and urban renewal projects in the central business district.
The El Paso Central Appraisal District performs annual property valuations based on market data and physical inspections.
Parcels are subject to various taxing entities including the El Paso Independent School District, the City of El Paso, and the El Paso County Hospital District.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, though coverage for wind and hail is standard practice in the region.
The state continues to see positive net domestic migration, driven by job growth and a relatively low cost of living.
Texas is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively expedited processes under the deed of trust framework.
Texas law requires sellers to provide a written disclosure notice regarding the condition of the property to potential buyers.
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.
The largest urban park in the nation, offering extensive hiking and mountain biking trails.
A major regional shopping destination serving the El Paso area.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.