The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 76844 sells for about $223,800, or $145 per square foot.
Homes take about 69 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $710 a month.
ZIP 76844 — Goldthwaite
The housing market in 76844 is characterized by low transaction volume and rural property dynamics. Current data shows no closed sales in the most recent period, reflecting a quiet market where inventory is primarily composed of larger land-heavy parcels. Prices have remained stable, and the area continues to serve as a rural residential hub with limited new development activity.
This ZIP is best suited for those seeking a rural lifestyle, including families and retirees who prioritize affordability and community over proximity to major urban employment centers.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 69 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 12.4% — 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 7.7%/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 5.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 76844, Mills County TX
The area is served by the Goldthwaite Consolidated Independent School District, which provides local public education.
The region is subject to standard Central Texas climate risks, including potential for severe weather and drought conditions.
The area is primarily rural with an economy centered on agriculture and local services; development momentum is limited.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. 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). 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) — 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…
Commutes are primarily by private vehicle, with residents traveling to local employment hubs within Mills County or neighboring areas.
Local amenities include community parks and access to rural outdoor recreation, with limited large-scale shopping or entertainment venues.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and limited turnover, with rents remaining significantly below national averages.
The local economy is driven by agriculture, ranching, and local government services.
Transportation is entirely dependent on private vehicle travel via state highways and county roads.
There are no major large-scale commercial or residential developments currently reported in the pipeline.
The Mills County Appraisal District manages property assessments for all parcels within the county.
Parcels are subject to taxes from the Goldthwaite Consolidated Independent School District and Mills County.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather risks, including wind and hail exposure common in Central Texas.
Texas is a non-judicial foreclosure state with relatively fast timelines for lenders.
Sellers are required to provide a standard Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Seller's Disclosure Notice.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov and ZIP-Codes.com 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. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Local community park providing green space and recreational facilities.
Local historical site showcasing the heritage of the county.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.