The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 76205 sells for about $401,520, or $187 per square foot.
Prices are down 3.1% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 48 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,200 a month.
ZIP 76205 — Denton
The 76205 housing market is currently experiencing a period of price stabilization following recent volatility. Inventory remains tight, which continues to support values despite a slight year-over-year decline in median sale prices. The market is heavily influenced by the local university-driven rental demand and limited single-family supply.
This ZIP is ideal for university students, faculty, and young professionals seeking proximity to Denton's academic institutions and a vibrant, walkable urban lifestyle.
Median prices moved down 3.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 48 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
22% 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 3.8% · poverty 19.5% — 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 9.0%/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 7.6%/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 76205, Denton County TX
Crime trends in Denton are generally consistent with regional averages for mid-sized Texas cities, with property crime being the primary concern in urbanized ZIPs like 76205.
Schools serving this area are part of the Denton Independent School District, which maintains a diverse range of academic performance ratings across its campuses.
The area is subject to standard North Texas climate risks, including severe thunderstorms, hail, and occasional high-wind events, with localized flood risks in low-lying areas near drainage basins.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to the University of North Texas and Texas Woman's University, which serve as major regional employers and anchors for local development.
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 proximity to I-35, providing a direct corridor for commuting to the broader Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex employment hubs.
The area features significant recreational access including North Lakes Park, which offers extensive sports fields, trails, and green space for local residents.
The rental market is characterized by high demand from the student population, leading to consistent occupancy rates and steady rent growth.
The economy is heavily anchored by higher education, healthcare, and government services, providing a stable employment base for the region.
The area is served by the Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) and major highway access via I-35, facilitating regional connectivity.
Development is focused on infill projects and the expansion of student-oriented housing near the university campuses.
The Denton Central Appraisal District manages property assessments with a focus on annual market value adjustments.
Parcels are subject to Denton ISD taxes and various municipal utility district levies common in North Texas.
Property insurance premiums are rising due to regional exposure to severe weather events, including hail and wind damage.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 76205 profile.
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.
- Texas Motor Speedway4.713.5 mi
- Meow Wolf Grapevine's The Real Unreal4.415.9 mi
- Grandscape4.717.3 mi
- Legacy Hall4.619 mi
- Topgolf The Colony4.416.3 mi
- Cinemark Denton 144.51.9 mi
- Old Alton Bridge4.44.1 mi
- Slick City Action Park4.81.4 mi
- AMC Highland Village 123.77.9 mi
- Water Works Park4.55.6 mi
- Meow Wolf Grapevine's The Real Unreal4.415.9 mi
- National Videogame Museum4.817.3 mi
- Historic Downtown Grapevine4.817.4 mi
- Denton Square4.82.2 mi
- Grapevine Vintage Railroad4.217.5 mi
- Little Elm Park4.610.8 mi
- Old Alton Bridge4.44.1 mi
- Lake Park4.510.3 mi
- South Lakes Park4.70.4 mi
- Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center4.76.5 mi
- Lake Park Golf Course410.8 mi
- Oakmont Country Club4.33.3 mi
- Golf Clubs at The Tribute4.512.8 mi
- Bridlewood Golf Club4.29.5 mi
- Tour 183.68.9 mi
- Golden Triangle Mall3.91.3 mi
- WinCo Foods4.63.7 mi
- T.J. Maxx & HomeGoods48 mi
- WinCo Foods4.611.6 mi
- Fiesta Mart #834.211.8 mi
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport4.120.8 mi
- Dallas Love Field4.428.6 mi
- Arlington Memorial Hospital Heliport4.430 mi
- Capital One Lounge at DFW420.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large municipal park with sports fields, trails, and fishing ponds.
Major regional anchor and employer.
Significant educational and employment institution.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).