The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 79924 sells for about $200,000, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 64 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,675 a month.
ZIP 79924 — El Paso
The 79924 housing market is characterized by steady demand and relatively affordable pricing compared to the broader El Paso metro area. While inventory remains tight, the market is supported by the consistent economic base provided by Fort Bliss. Prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, reflecting a stable environment for both buyers and sellers.
This ZIP is well-suited for military families, first-time homebuyers, and budget-conscious commuters seeking proximity to Fort Bliss and major highway corridors.
Median prices moved up 1.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 64 days on market with 3.8 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 5.5% · poverty 14.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 79924, El Paso County TX
Schools in the area are primarily served by the El Paso Independent School District, which maintains a range of ratings across its campuses.
The region faces risks associated with extreme heat and occasional flash flooding, typical of the Chihuahuan Desert climate.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to Fort Bliss and the broader El Paso logistics and manufacturing sectors.
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 rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with major access provided by US-54 and Loop 375 connecting to the El Paso employment core.
The area features access to local parks and is within reach of the Franklin Mountains State Park for hiking and outdoor recreation.
The rental market remains competitive with steady demand, influenced by the military presence at nearby Fort Bliss.
The economy is heavily anchored by the military presence at Fort Bliss, alongside logistics, manufacturing, and retail sectors.
Transportation is primarily highway-dependent, with US-54 serving as the main artery for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on residential infill and supporting infrastructure for the growing El Paso metro area.
The El Paso Central Appraisal District manages property assessments for all jurisdictions within the county.
Parcels are subject to taxes from the El Paso Independent School District, the City of El Paso, and El Paso County.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to wind and hail events common in West Texas.
Texas is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively expedited processes under the deed of trust.
Texas law requires sellers to provide a written disclosure notice regarding the condition of the property to potential buyers.
Data retrieved from census.gov and local market reports.
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.
- Wet 'N' Wild Waterworld4.411.2 mi
- Western Playland4.410.1 mi
- Dave & Buster's El Paso4.27.8 mi
- Fiesta Park4.511.9 mi
- Las Anitas415.8 mi
- Sun Bowl4.59.7 mi
- Don Haskins Center4.69.4 mi
- El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens4.38.9 mi
- Sunland Park Casino410 mi
- Topgolf El Paso4.58.2 mi
- El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens4.38.9 mi
- Sunland Park Casino410 mi
- Wet 'N' Wild Waterworld4.411.2 mi
- Cathedral of Ciudad Juarez4.711.4 mi
- Casa De Juan Gabriel4.611.2 mi
- Casa De Juan Gabriel4.611.2 mi
- La Nube STEAM Discovery Center4.610.2 mi
- Western Playland4.410.1 mi
- Paso del Norte Cultural Center4.710.6 mi
- La Rodadora Espacio Interactivo4.714.3 mi
- Borunda Park4.611.2 mi
- San Jacinto Plaza4.710.1 mi
- Franklin Mountains State Park4.75.3 mi
- Parque Galeana4.312.8 mi
- Memorial Park4.77.6 mi
- Topgolf El Paso4.58.2 mi
- Painted Dunes Desert Golf Course4.54.4 mi
- Butterfield Trail Golf Club4.17.3 mi
- El Paso Country Club4.610.3 mi
- Ascarate Golf Course4.39.9 mi
- Cielo Vista Mall4.48.9 mi
- Rio Grande Mall4.511.2 mi
- PLAZA DE LAS AMERICAS4.410.8 mi
- Galerias Tec4.312.6 mi
- Bassett Place4.47.9 mi
- El Paso International Airport4.57.1 mi
- Ciudad Juárez International Airport4.117.8 mi
- Volaris Ciudad Juarez3.718.1 mi
- EpShuttles4.71.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A massive urban park offering extensive hiking and mountain biking trails.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.