Baytown, TX—77520
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Baytown, TX
As of Oct '25, the median home price in Baytown, TX is $170,000, with a year-over-year change of -4.2%. This indicates that home prices in Baytown, TX are decreasing. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is -1.0%, suggesting a relatively flat housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $170,000 | -4.2% |
| Single Family | $171,000 | -3.9% |
| Condos | $78,000 | -13.3% |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | $82,000 | -15.5% |
2 Bed | $123,000 | -8.9% |
3 Bed | $183,000 | -3.2% |
4 Bed | $246,000 | -0.8% |
| 5 Bed | $309,000 | 0.7% |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Baytown, TX
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Baytown, TX is $1,320, with a year-over-year rent change of -2.9%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Baytown, TX is studios: $651, 1-bedrooms: $931, 2-bedrooms: $1,220, 3-bedrooms: $1,570, 4-bedrooms: $2,030. The most common rental property sizes in Baytown, TX are 2-bedroom and 1-bedroom, accounting for 43.7% and 26.2% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,250 | $1,320 |
| Studio Rent | $650 | $651 |
| 1 Bed Rent | $850 | $931 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $1,200 | $1,220 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,560 | $1,570 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $1,900 | $2,030 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Baytown, TX
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Baytown, TX is 64. This is a increase of 20.0% 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 23.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $199,000 | 2.0% |
Listing Count | 173 | 30.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.8% | 30.0% |
Days on Market | 64 | 20.0% |
Demographics — Baytown, TX
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Baytown, TX has a population of 35,700, which has remained stable by -0.7% over the past 5 years. Baytown, TX is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 25.0% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 12.4% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 3.9% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 35,700 | -0.7% |
% Under 18 | 25.0% | -12.9% |
% Seniors | 12.5% | 2.5% |
% WFH | 3.9% | 116.7% |
% w/ College Degree | 12.4% | 11.7% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Baytown, TX is a predominantly hispanic area, with 54.9% of the population identifying as hispanic. The hispanic population has grown by 4.0% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Baytown, TX is white, making up 30.1% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 20.9% of the population in Baytown, TX, and this percentage has increased by 6.6% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting more immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 30.1% | -1.6% |
% Black | 10.6% | -22.1% |
% Hispanic | 54.9% | 4.0% |
% Asian | 1.8% | 125.0% |
% Foreign Born | 20.9% | 6.6% |
Mortgage and Risk — Baytown, TX
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 316 mortgage originations in Baytown, TX, of which 56.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 78.0%, with 54.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Baytown, TX. Investor activity is low, as 3.0% of loans were by investors. 16.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 316 |
% Conventional Loans | 56.0% |
% Government Loans | 44.0% |
% Investor Loans | 3.0% |
% Second Loans | 1.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 16.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Baytown, TX
As of 2024, the percent of homes in Baytown, TX under the Section 8 program is 9.7%. This is considered low, suggesting that the neighborhood is sparsely composed of Section 8 homes. Section 8 opportunity is good when HUD pays more than market rent. In Baytown, TX, all tracked home sizes have HUD payment amounts above market rent, suggesting strong Section 8 opportunity across the board.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 690 |
Total Units Section 8 | 560 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 9.7% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 85.3% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $220 | $850 | $1,070 |
| 2 Bedroom | $80 | $1,200 | $1,280 |
| 3 Bedroom | $150 | $1,560 | $1,710 |
| 4 Bedroom | $250 | $1,900 | $2,150 |
Affordability — Baytown, TX
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 3.4 |
| Median Home Price | $170,000 |
| Median Household Income | $54,200 |