The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78369 sells for about $249,875, or $138 per square foot.
Prices are down 3.1% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 68 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,030 a month.
ZIP 78369 — Mirando City
The Laredo housing market is currently experiencing a period of price stabilization with a median sale price of approximately $250,000. While year-over-year prices have seen a slight decline, the market remains supported by steady demand in the affordable housing segment and the city's robust logistics-driven economy. Inventory levels are sufficient to provide buyers with negotiation leverage, resulting in a balanced market environment.
This area is well-suited for families and logistics-sector workers seeking affordable housing options within a major trade-hub economy.
Median prices moved down 3.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 68 days on market with 3.7 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
9% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.2% · poverty 20.9% — 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 6.2%/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 78369, Webb County TX
Crime trends in Laredo are generally consistent with regional averages for South Texas border cities, with localized variations in property crime rates.
Public schools are primarily served by the Laredo Independent School District and United Independent School District, which provide a range of educational programs for the local population.
The area faces risks primarily from extreme heat and occasional flash flooding, with property insurance premiums reflecting these regional climate exposures.
Economic momentum is driven by international trade, logistics, and the Port of Laredo, which serves as a major inland port for U.S.-Mexico commerce.
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).
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with major transit corridors including I-35 and US-83 facilitating movement toward the city's central employment and logistics hubs.
The area features local parks, community centers, and proximity to the Rio Grande, with shopping and dining concentrated along major arterial roads.
The rental market remains stable with moderate vacancy pressure, supported by a consistent demand from the local workforce and logistics sector.
The economy is heavily anchored by international trade, logistics, and transportation services, supported by the Port of Laredo's status as a top U.S. inland port.
Transportation infrastructure is centered on I-35, which serves as the primary artery for trade and local commuting.
Development is focused on expanding logistics facilities and industrial parks near the border crossings.
The Webb County Appraisal District manages property assessments for all jurisdictions within the county.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes, city taxes, and county-wide levies, with some areas potentially falling under specific utility or drainage districts.
Property insurance markets are influenced by regional weather risks, including wind and hail, leading to competitive but rising premium environments.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 78369 and Laredo city 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.
A major recreational hub offering fishing, boating, and camping.
A significant retail destination located in the downtown area.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.