The story of this market
The typical home in El Paso, Texas sells for about $301,000, or $159 per square foot.
Prices are up +11.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 78 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,250 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+1.1%
TX · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
El Paso, Texas
The El Paso housing market remains resilient, characterized by steady price appreciation and a balanced inventory level that supports sustainable growth. While sales volume has moderated, the city's affordability relative to national benchmarks continues to attract buyers and maintain market liquidity. The combination of a strong military-backed economy and ongoing infrastructure investment provides a stable outlook for the near term.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to El Paso yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: median price diverges 15.8% 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.
Deterministic aggregate of 22 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved up 9.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 55 days on market with 0.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
1% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 9.05% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 18.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
- Wet 'N' Wild Waterworld4.416.9 mi
- Western Playland4.45.2 mi
- Dave & Buster's El Paso4.24.6 mi
- Fiesta Park4.54.4 mi
- Las Anitas410 mi
- Sun Bowl4.51.6 mi
- Don Haskins Center4.61.6 mi
- El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens4.32.4 mi
- Sunland Park Casino45.3 mi
- Topgolf El Paso4.54.1 mi
- El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens4.32.4 mi
- Sunland Park Casino45.3 mi
- Cathedral of Ciudad Juarez4.71.6 mi
- Casa De Juan Gabriel4.61.8 mi
- Cinemark Tinseltown Las Palmas XD and SCREENX4.510.7 mi
- Casa De Juan Gabriel4.61.8 mi
- La Nube STEAM Discovery Center4.60.4 mi
- Western Playland4.45.2 mi
- Paso del Norte Cultural Center4.72.7 mi
- La Rodadora Espacio Interactivo4.76 mi
- Borunda Park4.62.3 mi
- San Jacinto Plaza4.70.3 mi
- Eastside Sports Complex4.415.6 mi
- Parque Galeana4.33 mi
- Franklin Mountains State Park4.710.5 mi
- Topgolf El Paso4.54.1 mi
- Painted Dunes Desert Golf Course4.514.2 mi
- Butterfield Trail Golf Club4.19.6 mi
- El Paso Country Club4.68.3 mi
- Ascarate Golf Course4.34.5 mi
- Cielo Vista Mall4.46.3 mi
- Plaza Las Misiones4.46.8 mi
- Plaza Sendero Las Torres4.510.9 mi
- Plaza Sendero Juárez4.57.8 mi
- Rio Grande Mall4.52.9 mi
- El Paso International Airport4.57.4 mi
- Ciudad Juárez International Airport4.19.2 mi
- Volaris Ciudad Juarez3.79.2 mi
- EpShuttles4.710.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
The largest urban park in the nation, offering extensive hiking and mountain biking trails that define the city's landscape.
A historic landmark in downtown El Paso that hosts Broadway shows and major cultural events, serving as a cornerstone of the arts district.
A major family-friendly destination featuring diverse animal exhibits and educational programs that draw visitors from across the region.
A large public park featuring a lake, golf course, and sports facilities, providing essential recreational space for the community.
El Paso is an ideal fit for family buyers and first-time homeowners seeking affordability, as well as military personnel and professionals drawn to the stable employment base. The city's low cost of living and high quality of life also appeal to retirees and those looking for a culturally rich, border-adjacent lifestyle.
The city is primarily served by the El Paso Independent School District, which offers a diverse range of magnet programs and specialized academies. While school performance varies by campus, the district is noted for its commitment to bilingual education and college readiness initiatives.
The city is served by a network of major highways including I-10 and the Borderland Expressway, facilitating regional connectivity. Public transit is provided by Sun Metro, which operates a comprehensive bus system and a streetcar line in the downtown area.
El Paso offers extensive outdoor recreation centered on the Franklin Mountains State Park, which provides miles of hiking and biking trails within city limits. The city also features a vibrant cultural scene with the Downtown Arts District, the historic Plaza Theatre, and numerous community parks like Ascarate Park.
The rental market in El Paso is characterized by steady demand driven by the military population and a growing workforce, with vacancy rates remaining relatively tight. While rent growth has moderated compared to the post-pandemic surge, the market remains attractive to investors seeking stable yields in an affordable environment.
The economy is anchored by Fort Bliss, the El Paso Independent School District, and a robust manufacturing and logistics sector. The city benefits from its strategic location as a major international trade hub, providing consistent employment growth and economic stability.
The economy is anchored by a robust military presence at Fort Bliss, a thriving manufacturing sector, and significant international trade activity. Infrastructure development, including the Borderland Expressway and various downtown revitalization projects, continues to drive economic momentum and attract new investment.
Development is focused on the expansion of the downtown core and the continued growth of residential and commercial hubs in the Northeast and West sides of the city.
Parcels in El Paso are subject to various special districts, including independent school districts, community college districts, and municipal utility districts that manage local infrastructure and services.
El Paso consistently ranks as one of the safest large cities in the United States, with violent and property crime rates significantly lower than the national average for cities of comparable size. Local law enforcement maintains a strong presence, and the city's crime trends have remained relatively stable despite regional border-related pressures.
El Paso faces low risk from major natural disasters like hurricanes or wildfires, though the arid climate necessitates careful water management and awareness of flash flooding during monsoon season. Property insurance markets remain relatively stable compared to coastal Texas regions, though premiums are influenced by regional wind and hail exposure.
The property insurance market in El Paso is generally stable, with premiums reflecting the region's low risk for major natural disasters, though localized wind and hail events remain a factor.
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).
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this city's residential parcels
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.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov; figures represent city-level estimates.
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. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.