The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78072 sells for about $222,000, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are down 5.5% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 87 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,150 a month.
ZIP 78072 — Tilden
The Uvalde housing market is currently experiencing a cooling phase, evidenced by a year-over-year decline in median home values and a relatively high number of days on market. Limited inventory and economic headwinds are contributing to a cautious outlook for both buyers and sellers in the region.
This area is best suited for local families, retirees, and those seeking a lower cost of living in a rural, small-town environment, rather than commuters or investors looking for high-growth urban appreciation.
Median prices moved down 5.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 87 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
13% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.2% · poverty 21.5% — a mixed stability 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 5.7%/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 5.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 78072, Uvalde County TX
Crime rates in Uvalde are generally consistent with regional averages for rural South Texas, though property crime remains the primary concern for local law enforcement.
Schools in the area are primarily served by the Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District, which faces ongoing challenges regarding resource allocation and academic performance metrics.
The region is subject to periodic flash flooding and extreme heat events, with property insurance premiums reflecting the elevated risk of wind and hail damage common in the Texas Hill Country periphery.
Economic momentum is largely driven by agriculture, local government, and regional trade, with limited large-scale industrial 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 is primarily car-dependent, with residents typically traveling within the city or to nearby regional hubs via US-90 and US-83.
The area offers access to local parks, the Uvalde Memorial Park, and proximity to the Frio River for outdoor activities, alongside basic retail and dining options in the city center.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and steady demand, with a notable presence of long-term residents and a smaller segment of short-term rentals catering to regional tourism.
The economy is anchored by the agricultural sector, public education, and healthcare services, with a focus on regional trade and local government employment.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with US-90 and US-83 serving as the primary corridors for regional connectivity.
Development is primarily focused on small-scale residential infill and minor commercial improvements within the city limits.
The Uvalde County Appraisal District manages property assessments, utilizing mass appraisal techniques to determine annual market values for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to levies from the Uvalde Consolidated ISD, Uvalde County, and the City of Uvalde, with potential additional assessments for water and utility districts.
Property insurance markets are stable but sensitive to regional weather patterns, with premiums influenced by the area's exposure to wind and hail risks.
Net domestic migration has remained relatively flat, with modest shifts reflecting regional employment trends in South Texas.
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, including known defects and repairs.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 78072.
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.
A central community space featuring walking trails and picnic areas.
Historical site dedicated to the former Vice President of the United States.
Local golf course serving the community and surrounding area.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.