The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 77498 sells for about $385,000, or $178 per square foot.
Prices are down 1.2% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 32 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,797 a month.
ZIP 77498 — Sugar Land
The 77498 housing market shows signs of stabilization with moderate price growth and steady demand from family buyers. While inventory remains tight, the area's strong school districts and proximity to major employment hubs continue to drive interest, keeping the market competitive despite broader economic headwinds.
This ZIP is ideal for family buyers seeking established suburban neighborhoods, commuters working in the Houston metro area, and investors looking for stable rental demand in a well-connected community.
Median prices moved down 1.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 32 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% 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 6.8% · poverty 7.8% — 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 6.7%/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 6.0%/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 77498, Fort Bend County TX
Crime rates in the 77498 area are generally considered moderate, with the community experiencing typical suburban crime patterns that align closely with regional averages for Fort Bend County.
Schools serving this ZIP are primarily part of the Fort Bend Independent School District, which maintains a strong reputation for academic performance and diverse extracurricular programming.
The area is subject to standard Gulf Coast flood risks; property owners are typically required to carry flood insurance, and the region is monitored for hurricane-related wind exposure.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Sugar Land business corridor and major employment hubs in Houston, with ongoing residential infill and commercial 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 direct access to US-59/I-69 and the Grand Parkway, providing a standard suburban commute to the Houston Galleria and Downtown employment centers.
The area features numerous community parks, walking trails, and proximity to major shopping centers like First Colony Mall and local golf courses in the Sugar Land area.
The rental market is robust with high demand from families and professionals, characterized by stable rent growth and low vacancy rates due to the area's suburban appeal.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, energy, and professional services, with major employers including the City of Sugar Land and various regional corporate offices.
The area is served by a network of major highways including US-59 and SH-99, facilitating regional connectivity.
Development is focused on mixed-use projects and residential expansion in the western portions of the city.
The Fort Bend Central Appraisal District manages property assessments with annual updates based on market value.
Parcels are subject to Fort Bend ISD, Fort Bend County, and various MUDs for utility and drainage services.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional flood risk and the necessity for windstorm coverage.
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Data retrieved from Census Reporter and data.census.gov ZCTA 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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- Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Katy4.112.7 mi
- Reliant Stadium4.615.2 mi
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- POST Houston4.619.7 mi
- The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston4.817.2 mi
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- Buffalo Run Park4.68.5 mi
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- Royal Oaks Country Club4.67.8 mi
- Quail Valley Golf Club4.37.5 mi
- TPC Houston4.45.3 mi
- Sharpstown Park Golf Course49.1 mi
- Memorial City Mall4.512.4 mi
- First Colony Mall4.43.5 mi
- PlazAmericas4.19.8 mi
- CITYCENTRE4.611.7 mi
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- William P. Hobby Airport4.422.8 mi
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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.
Large municipal park with trails and lake access.
Major regional shopping and dining destination.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.