Market Overview
Median Gross Yield
7.2%
2-bedroom house, long-term rental
Median Property Price
$285K
2-bedroom house
Average Property Tax
1.8%
Of property value annually
STR-Permissive Markets
234/254
Allow 270+ nights/year
Market Types
Markets classified by long-term rental investment characteristics and short-term rental regulation status.
Cash Flow
45
High rental yields (≥7%). Strong monthly income from long-term rentals.
Balanced
180
Moderate yields (5-6.9%). Mix of income and equity growth.
Appreciation
12
Lower yields (<5%). Focus on capital growth over time.
Regulated
8
Significant short-term rental restrictions limit STR viability.
Top Markets by Rental Yield
Gross rental yield = annual rent ÷ property price. Higher yields mean stronger cash flow potential. Based on 2-bedroom house, long-term rental.
1
Smith County
$195K median • Low short-term rental restrictions
8.4%
2
Tarrant County
$285K median • Low short-term rental restrictions
7.9%
3
Dallas County
$320K median • Low short-term rental restrictions
7.6%
4
Bexar County
$265K median • Low short-term rental restrictions
7.4%
5
Harris County
$310K median • Low short-term rental restrictions
7.2%
All Texas Markets
Showing sample of 5 counties. Full sortable table with all 254 coming soon. Click any market to analyze detailed financials in the dashboard.
| County | Market Type | Gross Yield 2BR house | Median Price 2BR house | STR Restrictions Restriction level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis County | Balanced | 6.8% | $425K | Medium |
| Collin County | Appreciation | 5.9% | $485K | Low |
| Williamson County | Balanced | 6.5% | $395K | Low |
| Denton County | Balanced | 6.7% | $375K | Low |
| Fort Bend County | Balanced | 6.3% | $410K | Low |
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