New Braunfels, TX—78130
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Home Price Trends — New Braunfels, TX
As of Oct '25, the median home price in New Braunfels, TX is $308,000, with a year-over-year change of -4.9%. This indicates that home prices in New Braunfels, 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 | $308,000 | -4.9% |
| Single Family | $308,000 | -4.9% |
| Condos | $314,000 | -2.2% |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $280,000 | -4.4% |
3 Bed | $288,000 | -5.3% |
4 Bed | $329,000 | -4.6% |
| 5 Bed | $378,000 | -4.8% |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — New Braunfels, TX
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in New Braunfels, TX is $1,760, with a year-over-year rent change of -8.3%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in New Braunfels, TX is studios: $902, 1-bedrooms: $1,210, 2-bedrooms: $1,530, 3-bedrooms: $1,780, 4-bedrooms: $2,120. The most common rental property sizes in New Braunfels, TX are 2-bedroom and 1-bedroom, accounting for 35.0% and 28.3% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,700 | $1,760 |
| Studio Rent | $950 | $902 |
| 1 Bed Rent | $1,170 | $1,210 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $1,410 | $1,530 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,700 | $1,780 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $2,000 | $2,120 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — New Braunfels, TX
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in New Braunfels, TX is 79. This is a increase of 15.0% 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 34.0%, representing a large inventory and a lot of supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $345,000 | -3.0% |
Listing Count | 917 | 12.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 1.8% | 12.0% |
Days on Market | 79 | 15.0% |
Demographics — New Braunfels, TX
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, New Braunfels, TX has a population of 95,800, which has increased by 29.1% over the past 5 years. New Braunfels, TX is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 23.5% of the population. The area has a moderately educated workforce, with 35.2% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are some residents working remotely, with 13.5% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 95,800 | 29.1% |
% Under 18 | 23.5% | -5.2% |
% Seniors | 13.6% | -6.2% |
% WFH | 13.5% | 150.0% |
% w/ College Degree | 35.2% | 23.1% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, New Braunfels, TX is a predominantly white area, with 57.7% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 2.4% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in New Braunfels, TX is hispanic, making up 36.8% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 6.8% of the population in New Braunfels, TX, and this percentage has decreased by 19.0% 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 | 57.7% | -2.4% |
% Black | 2.3% | 27.8% |
% Hispanic | 36.8% | 1.9% |
% Asian | 0.9% | -30.8% |
% Foreign Born | 6.8% | -19.0% |
Mortgage and Risk — New Braunfels, TX
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 2255 mortgage originations in New Braunfels, TX, of which 63.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 75.0%, with 44.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in New Braunfels, TX. Investor activity is low, as 4.0% of loans were by investors. 14.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 2,255 |
% Conventional Loans | 63.0% |
% Government Loans | 37.0% |
% Investor Loans | 4.0% |
% Second Loans | 1.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 14.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — New Braunfels, TX
As of 2024, the percent of homes in New Braunfels, TX under the Section 8 program is 3.6%. 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 New Braunfels, 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 | 636 |
Total Units Section 8 | 466 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 3.6% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 85.5% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $180 | $1,170 | $1,350 |
| 2 Bedroom | $230 | $1,410 | $1,640 |
| 3 Bedroom | $380 | $1,700 | $2,080 |
| 4 Bedroom | $450 | $2,000 | $2,450 |
Affordability — New Braunfels, TX
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 4.2 |
| Median Home Price | $308,000 |
| Median Household Income | $84,400 |