The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 79932 sells for about $575,000, or $213 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 106 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,058 a month.
ZIP 79932 — El Paso
The 79932 housing market is characterized by a premium price point compared to the broader El Paso area, driven by its desirable Upper Valley location. While inventory levels have increased, providing buyers with more options, the market remains stable with high sale-to-list ratios. Investors should note the higher vacancy rates in this specific ZIP compared to the county average.
This ZIP is best suited for affluent family buyers and those seeking a quieter, semi-rural lifestyle in the Upper Valley, offering larger lots and estate-style homes away from the dense urban core.
Median prices moved up 4.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 106 days on market with 8.6 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
9% 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 4.9% · poverty 14.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 79932, El Paso County TX
The area is served by the Canutillo Independent School District, which generally maintains a stable reputation within the El Paso region.
The Upper Valley area is subject to standard regional flood and wind risks; property insurance premiums in El Paso have seen upward pressure due to regional weather events.
The Upper Valley is characterized by established residential development with limited large-scale industrial expansion, focusing instead on maintaining its semi-rural, affluent character.
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 I-10 for access to downtown El Paso and major employment hubs, with commute times varying based on traffic congestion along the corridor.
The area features access to the Rio Grande river corridor, local parks, and proximity to country clubs and golf courses, with shopping centers located along the Doniphan Drive corridor.
The rental market shows elevated vacancy pressure at approximately 8.6%, suggesting a more competitive environment for landlords compared to other parts of the city.
The local economy is anchored by the broader El Paso regional mix, including government, military, education, and logistics sectors.
The area is primarily served by the I-10 highway corridor, which acts as the main artery for regional transit and commuting.
Development is largely focused on infill and luxury residential projects within the established Upper Valley footprint.
The El Paso Central Appraisal District manages property assessments for all parcels within the county.
Parcels are subject to taxes from the El Paso County, the City of El Paso, and the Canutillo Independent School District.
Property insurance costs are influenced by regional hazard exposure, including wind and hail risks common to West Texas.
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.
- Wet 'N' Wild Waterworld4.47 mi
- Western Playland4.47.1 mi
- Dave & Buster's El Paso4.214.2 mi
- Fiesta Park4.516.2 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.36.9 mi
- Sun Bowl4.510.5 mi
- Don Haskins Center4.610.3 mi
- El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens4.313.3 mi
- Sunland Park Casino47 mi
- Topgolf El Paso4.57.9 mi
- Sunland Park Casino47 mi
- Wet 'N' Wild Waterworld4.47 mi
- La Union Maze4.42.6 mi
- San Jacinto Plaza4.711.9 mi
- Franklin Mountains State Park4.75.9 mi
- Casa De Juan Gabriel4.613.8 mi
- La Nube STEAM Discovery Center4.611.9 mi
- Western Playland4.47.1 mi
- Paso del Norte Cultural Center4.714.5 mi
- La Rodadora Espacio Interactivo4.717.9 mi
- San Jacinto Plaza4.711.9 mi
- Franklin Mountains State Park4.75.9 mi
- Memorial Park4.711.8 mi
- Veterans Park4.611.6 mi
- Don Haskins Recreation Center4.63.7 mi
- Topgolf El Paso4.57.9 mi
- El Paso Country Club4.63.9 mi
- Coronado Country Club4.56.6 mi
- Underwood Golf Complex3.611.7 mi
- The Shoppes at Solana4.17 mi
- Fort Bliss - Exchange4.512.2 mi
- Burlington4.26.7 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.36.7 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.42.4 mi
- El Paso International Airport4.515.7 mi
- Ciudad Juárez International Airport4.120.9 mi
- Volaris Ciudad Juarez3.720.8 mi
- EpShuttles4.712.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Known for its semi-rural atmosphere, large lots, and proximity to the Rio Grande.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.