The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 76476 sells for about $379,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 68 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,450 a month.
ZIP 76476 — Tolar
The housing market in 76476 remains stable, characterized by steady demand and limited inventory. Prices have seen moderate year-over-year growth, supported by the area's appeal to families seeking a rural lifestyle within commuting distance of larger employment hubs. Market conditions are currently balanced, with no significant signs of volatility.
This ZIP is ideal for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle while maintaining access to the amenities and employment opportunities of the nearby Granbury and Fort Worth areas.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 68 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 7.2% — 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 8.3%/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 6.8%/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 76476, Hood County TX
Crime rates in the Tolar area are generally low, consistent with rural North Central Texas trends, though specific localized data is not determinable.
The area is primarily served by Tolar Independent School District, which is recognized for its small-town community focus and consistent academic performance.
The region faces moderate risks related to severe thunderstorms and occasional wildfire threats during dry summer months, typical for the North Central Texas climate.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Granbury and Fort Worth employment corridors, with steady residential growth as families seek rural-suburban living.
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).
Commuters primarily rely on US-377 for access to Granbury and the broader Fort Worth metropolitan area, with typical drive times ranging from 45 to 60 minutes.
Residents have access to local community parks and are within a short drive of Lake Granbury for boating, fishing, and water-based recreation.
The rental market is limited in depth, primarily consisting of single-family homes with low vacancy pressure and stable demand from local workers.
The local economy is largely supported by agriculture, small businesses, and a significant portion of the workforce commuting to the Granbury and Fort Worth metro areas.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with US-377 serving as the primary arterial corridor for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on low-density residential growth, with local planning prioritizing the preservation of the area's rural character.
The Hood County Appraisal District manages property assessments, adhering to state-mandated appraisal standards and cycles.
Parcels are subject to Tolar ISD taxes, with additional levies for county services and potential emergency service district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to wind and hail, with market health remaining stable despite rising replacement costs.
Texas continues to experience strong net domestic migration, driven by job growth and a relatively lower cost of living compared to coastal states.
Texas operates as a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for expedited processes under the terms of the deed of trust.
Sellers are required to provide a standard Seller's Disclosure Notice detailing the condition of the property to the best of their knowledge.
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.
Local community park providing green space and recreational facilities.
Major regional water body offering boating, fishing, and public access points nearby.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.