The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 75212 sells for about $485,000, or $235 per square foot.
Prices are up +21.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 59 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,650 a month.
ZIP 75212 — Dallas
The 75212 housing market is showing signs of increased activity with a significant year-over-year price appreciation of 21.3%. While the market remains somewhat competitive, the inventory levels are relatively tight, driving the upward pressure on prices. The area is attracting interest from buyers seeking affordability within the Dallas city limits, though school ratings and crime remain factors for potential residents.
This ZIP is best suited for budget-conscious family buyers and investors looking for proximity to Downtown Dallas, as it offers lower entry prices compared to the surrounding urban core.
Median prices moved up 21.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 59 days on market with 2.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
28% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.8% · poverty 22.1% — a mixed stability 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 12.0%/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 12.0%/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 75212, Dallas County TX
Crime rates in the 75212 area remain higher than the Dallas city average, with property crime being the primary concern for residents.
Schools serving the area are part of the Dallas Independent School District, which faces ongoing challenges in academic performance and resource allocation.
The area is subject to standard North Texas climate risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional high-wind events; flood risk is localized near the Trinity River corridor.
Development momentum is driven by proximity to the Dallas Design District and ongoing revitalization efforts along the Trinity River, though large-scale corporate infrastructure remains limited within the ZIP boundaries.
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 benefit from direct access to I-30 and I-35E, providing a relatively short commute to Downtown Dallas and the Medical District.
The area features proximity to the Trinity River greenbelt and various local parks, though major regional shopping and entertainment hubs require a short drive to neighboring districts.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with a significant presence of individual investors managing single-family rentals.
The local economy is heavily influenced by the broader Dallas-Fort Worth labor market, with significant employment in logistics, healthcare, and service sectors.
The area is served by DART bus routes, with highway access being the primary mode of transit for the majority of the workforce.
Planning efforts are focused on urban infill and the potential for future transit-oriented development near existing corridors.
The Dallas Central Appraisal District manages all property assessments, utilizing annual market value adjustments based on comparable sales.
Parcels are subject to Dallas ISD taxes and various municipal utility district assessments where applicable.
Property insurance premiums are rising due to regional exposure to hail and wind damage, consistent with the broader North Texas market.
Texas continues to see strong net domestic migration, primarily driven by job growth in the DFW metroplex.
Texas is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively expedited processes compared to judicial states.
Sellers are required to provide a standard Seller's Disclosure Notice detailing the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov 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.
- Six Flags Over Texas4.311.2 mi
- Great Wolf Lodge | Grapevine4.115 mi
- Traders Village Grand Prairie4.511.5 mi
- Meow Wolf Grapevine's The Real Unreal4.415.7 mi
- Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark4.410.3 mi
- AT&T Stadium4.712.4 mi
- Six Flags Over Texas4.311.2 mi
- American Airlines Center4.64.3 mi
- Globe Life Field4.711.9 mi
- Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas4.34.8 mi
- AT&T Stadium4.712.4 mi
- Six Flags Over Texas4.311.2 mi
- The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden4.710.1 mi
- The Dallas World Aquarium4.44.5 mi
- Dallas Zoo4.54.9 mi
- Perot Museum of Nature and Science4.74.5 mi
- Dallas Museum of Art4.74.8 mi
- Meow Wolf Grapevine's The Real Unreal4.415.7 mi
- Fair Park4.57.2 mi
- The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza4.64.4 mi
- The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden4.710.1 mi
- Dallas Zoo4.54.9 mi
- Klyde Warren Park4.74.8 mi
- Fair Park4.57.2 mi
- Cedar Ridge Preserve4.810.9 mi
- Topgolf Dallas4.49.9 mi
- Bear Creek Golf Club4.111.6 mi
- Brookhaven Country Club4.410.6 mi
- Dallas Country Club4.66 mi
- Tenison Park Golf Course48.6 mi
- Galleria Dallas4.510.8 mi
- NorthPark Center4.68.7 mi
- Grand Prairie Premium Outlets4.412.2 mi
- Traders Village Grand Prairie4.511.5 mi
- Irving Mall3.87.6 mi
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport4.111.8 mi
- Dallas Love Field4.44.7 mi
- Arlington Memorial Hospital Heliport4.413.7 mi
- Capital One Lounge at DFW412.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Extensive natural area providing trails and outdoor recreation space.
Community anchor providing educational and digital resources.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).
Governs Edmonds Ranch
Governs Del Webb at Legacy Hills
Governs Benson Place
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