The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78059 sells for about $269,000, or $205 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 88 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,450 a month.
ZIP 78059 — Natalia
The housing market in 78059 remains stable, characterized by steady demand for single-family homes and limited inventory. Prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, supported by the area's affordability relative to the broader San Antonio metro region. Market conditions are currently balanced, with buyers finding value in larger lot sizes despite higher interest rate environments.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking more affordable, spacious housing options outside the San Antonio urban core while maintaining highway access to major employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 88 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 4.2% · poverty 11.5% — 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 10.8%/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 8.6%/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 78059, Medina County TX
Crime rates in the Natalia area are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the Natalia Independent School District, which maintains a modest academic performance profile compared to regional averages.
The area is subject to standard Texas climate risks, including potential for flash flooding in low-lying zones and high heat, with insurance premiums reflecting regional wildfire and wind exposure.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the San Antonio metropolitan area, with local development focused on residential expansion and small-scale commercial services.
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 utilize I-35 to access the San Antonio employment core, with typical drive times ranging from 35 to 50 minutes depending on traffic.
Local recreation includes access to rural park spaces, community sports fields in Natalia, and proximity to Medina River outdoor activities.
The rental market is characterized by a limited supply of single-family homes, with vacancy pressure remaining low due to the area's affordability relative to San Antonio.
The local economy is largely supported by agriculture, small business services, and a significant portion of the workforce commuting to the San Antonio metro area.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with I-35 serving as the primary artery for regional connectivity.
Development planning is focused on infrastructure upgrades to support residential growth and utility capacity for new subdivisions.
The Medina County Appraisal District manages property assessments, focusing on market-value adjustments for residential and agricultural land.
Parcels are subject to Natalia ISD taxes and may fall within specific emergency service or water control districts.
Property insurance costs are influenced by regional wind and hail risk, with premiums trending upward in line with broader Texas market conditions.
Net domestic migration to the region remains positive, driven by individuals seeking lower costs of living compared to major urban centers.
Texas operates as a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for expedited processes under the deed of trust power of sale.
Sellers are required to provide a standard Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Seller's Disclosure Notice detailing the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 78059 profile.
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Community park providing local green space and recreational facilities.
Provides regional access for fishing, kayaking, and outdoor recreation.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 57.1% from the nearest retained anchor (prior refresh cycle) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: the flagged $422,495 (+57.1% vs the prior refresh cycle) could not be independently corroborated and was reverted to the prior cycle value pending review; the case is under review in the Command Center.