The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 77480 sells for about $243,373, or $135 per square foot.
Homes take about 80 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,700 a month.
ZIP 77480 — Sweeny
The Sweeny housing market remains stable with a median listing price of approximately $209,000 and moderate inventory levels. Market activity is driven by local industrial employment, with homes typically spending about 80 days on the market. No significant price volatility is observed, reflecting a steady, localized demand.
This area is best suited for families and industrial workers seeking a quiet, small-town lifestyle with affordable housing options compared to the Houston metro core.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 80 days on market with 4.5 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.8% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 12.0% — 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 5.9%/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 4.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 77480, Brazoria County TX
Crime rates in Sweeny are generally considered low compared to larger urban centers in the region, with property crime being the primary concern.
The area is served by the Sweeny Independent School District, which is generally regarded as a stable, community-focused district.
The region is subject to flood risks due to its proximity to the San Bernard River and coastal weather patterns, necessitating flood insurance for many properties.
Economic momentum is largely tied to the petrochemical industry and regional energy sector, with limited large-scale residential development currently underway.
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 typically requires personal vehicle use, with residents often traveling to nearby industrial hubs or toward the Greater Houston area via state highways.
Local amenities include community parks, access to the San Bernard River for fishing and boating, and basic retail services within the town center.
The rental market is characterized by a mix of single-family homes and smaller multi-family units, with demand driven by local industrial workforce needs.
The local economy is heavily anchored by the petrochemical and energy industries, with major facilities in the surrounding Brazoria County area.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, with limited public transit options available for regional commuting.
Development is currently focused on small-scale residential infill and maintenance of existing infrastructure.
The Brazoria County Appraisal District manages property assessments, with values updated annually based on market conditions.
Parcels are subject to Sweeny ISD taxes and may fall within specific drainage or utility districts common to the Gulf Coast region.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wind and flood risk profiles, with many properties requiring specialized coverage.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov and ZCTA-level profiles.
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.
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Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Local park providing green space and recreational facilities for residents.
Provides opportunities for fishing, boating, and outdoor recreation.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 14.2% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2025)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: the flagged $208,750 (-14.2% vs the published ten-year series (2025)) could not be independently corroborated and was reverted to the prior cycle value pending review; the case is under review in the Command Center.