Eagle Lake, TX—77434
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Eagle Lake, TX
Eagle Lake, TX lacks sufficient home price data for analysis.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $166,000 | 0.4% |
| Single Family | $166,000 | -0.6% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | N/A | N/A |
3 Bed | $199,000 | 2.1% |
4 Bed | N/A | N/A |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Eagle Lake, TX
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Eagle Lake, TX is $1,780, with a year-over-year rent change of -1.1%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Eagle Lake, TX is studios: $2,700, 1-bedrooms: $690, 3-bedrooms: $1,880. The most common rental property sizes in Eagle Lake, TX are 3-bedroom and 5+ bedroom, accounting for 31.2% and 22.9% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,550 | $1,780 |
| Studio Rent | $2,700 | $2,700 |
| 1 Bed Rent | $690 | $690 |
| 2 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,550 | $1,880 |
| 4 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Eagle Lake, TX
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Eagle Lake, TX is 133. This is a increase of 12.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market longer than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 0.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $300,000 | -7.0% |
Listing Count | 21 | 19.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 1.0% | 19.0% |
Days on Market | 133 | 12.0% |
Demographics — Eagle Lake, TX
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Eagle Lake, TX has a population of 4,040, which has decreased by -15.3% over the past 5 years. Eagle Lake, TX is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 23.6% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 18.4% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 4.9% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 4,040 | -15.3% |
% Under 18 | 23.6% | -11.3% |
% Seniors | 20.2% | 62.9% |
% WFH | 4.9% | 81.5% |
% w/ College Degree | 18.4% | 43.8% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Eagle Lake, TX is a predominantly hispanic area, with 58.5% of the population identifying as hispanic. The hispanic population has grown by 23.7% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Eagle Lake, TX is white, making up 21.8% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 8.8% of the population in Eagle Lake, TX, and this percentage has decreased by 33.8% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting fewer immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 21.8% | 2.8% |
% Black | 20.3% | -30.2% |
% Hispanic | 58.5% | 23.7% |
% Asian | 0.0% | N/A |
% Foreign Born | 8.8% | -33.8% |
Mortgage and Risk — Eagle Lake, TX
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 41 mortgage originations in Eagle Lake, TX, of which 66.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 81.0%, with 49.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Eagle Lake, TX. Investor activity is low, as 0.0% of loans were by investors. 2.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting few homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 41 |
% Conventional Loans | 66.0% |
% Government Loans | 34.0% |
% Investor Loans | 0.0% |
% Second Loans | 0.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 2.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Eagle Lake, TX
Eagle Lake, TX lacks sufficient Section 8 program data for analysis.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 51 |
Total Units Section 8 | 51 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | N/A |
% Occupied Section 8 | 96.0% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $130 | $690 | $820 |
| 2 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,010 |
| 3 Bedroom | -$280 | $1,550 | $1,270 |
| 4 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,520 |
Affordability — Eagle Lake, TX
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 2.2 |
| Median Home Price | $166,000 |
| Median Household Income | $72,000 |