The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 75801 sells for about $222,000, or $118 per square foot.
Prices are down 13.28% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 49 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $900 a month.
ZIP 75801 — Palestine
The 75801 housing market is currently experiencing a period of price correction, with median listing prices down year-over-year. Inventory levels remain moderate, and homes are spending more time on the market compared to the previous year, reflecting a cooling trend in buyer demand. Rental prices have also seen a slight decline, indicating a balanced market for tenants.
This ZIP is well-suited for budget-conscious family buyers and local workers seeking affordable housing options compared to larger Texas metros.
Median prices moved down 13.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 49 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
13% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.8% · poverty 19.5% — 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 7.6%/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 5.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 75801, Anderson County TX
Crime rates in Palestine are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue in the area.
Schools in the 75801 area are primarily served by the Palestine Independent School District, which maintains a mix of ratings across its elementary, middle, and high school campuses.
The area faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding in low-lying zones, with standard property insurance coverage available.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing, healthcare, and government sectors, with steady but modest infrastructure investment in the Palestine area.
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).
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with most residents driving to local employment hubs within Palestine or commuting to nearby regional centers via US-287 and US-79.
The area features access to local parks such as Davey Dogwood Park and various community facilities, with shopping and dining concentrated along the Crockett Road corridor.
The rental market is characterized by a high share of single-family rentals and older multi-family units, with moderate vacancy pressure and stable rent trajectories.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare services, manufacturing, and public administration, serving as a regional hub for Anderson County.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with major highway corridors including US-287 and US-79 facilitating regional connectivity.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and commercial improvements within the existing city footprint.
The Anderson County Appraisal District manages annual property assessments based on market value, with a focus on maintaining equitable tax rolls.
Parcels are subject to Palestine ISD taxes and various county-level special districts for emergency services and flood control.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including wind and hail risk, which are typical for East 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. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
A large, scenic park known for its dogwood trails and outdoor recreation.
Features local history exhibits and cultural displays.
Primary retail hub serving the local community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.