The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78629 sells for about $274,999, or $156 per square foot.
Prices are down 9.84% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 131 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,250 a month.
ZIP 78629 — Gonzales
The housing market in 78629 is currently experiencing a period of price adjustment with a median sale price of $274,999. Inventory levels remain steady, and the market is characterized by a balanced environment for buyers compared to more volatile urban centers. Recent data indicates a slight year-over-year decline in median prices, reflecting broader regional trends.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and individuals seeking a lower cost of living and a small-town atmosphere, with a housing market that offers a balanced entry point for buyers.
Median prices moved down 9.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 131 days on market with 23.6 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.5% · poverty 15.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
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 -12.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 78629, Gonzales County TX
Schools in the area are primarily served by the Gonzales Independent School District, which provides standard public education for the region.
The area is subject to standard Texas climate risks, including potential for severe storms and localized flooding; insurance availability is generally consistent with rural South Texas.
Economic momentum is driven by local agriculture, manufacturing, and regional service industries, with steady but modest development activity.
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 driving to regional employment hubs in the surrounding South Texas area.
The area features local parks and historic sites within the city of Gonzales, providing modest outdoor and cultural amenities.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand with a median rent of $1,250, showing stability in pricing over the recent period.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture, manufacturing, and regional government services.
Transportation is primarily served by regional highway corridors, with no major public transit infrastructure.
Development is largely focused on small-scale residential and commercial infill within the city limits.
The Gonzales County Appraisal District manages property assessments for the county, following standard Texas property tax code procedures.
Parcels are subject to taxes from the Gonzales Independent School District and the county government.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and standard Texas hazard exposure.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 78629.
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.
- J.B. Wells Arena4.53.7 mi
- Gonzales Memorial Museum4.65 mi
- Independence Park4.44.5 mi
- Texas Heroes Square4.75.2 mi
- Lynn Theater4.55.2 mi
- Gonzales Memorial Museum4.65 mi
- Gonzales4.85.2 mi
- Independence Park4.44.5 mi
- Lake Wood Recreation Area4.66.2 mi
- Texas Heroes Square4.75.2 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A local cultural landmark highlighting the history of the area.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.