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Rising Home Values and Shifting Ownership in Houston's Edgebrook Area
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Property Value
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Percent Owner Occupied
Housing Prices
Median Rent
Population
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Property Value
Percent Owner Occupied
Housing Prices
Median Rent
Population
The Edgebrook Area of Houston, Texas, has undergone significant changes in its housing market over the past decade. This neighborhood, known for its diverse community and convenient location, has experienced a notable shift in homeownership rates and a substantial increase in property values. These changes reflect broader economic trends and local market dynamics. From 2013 to 2022, homeownership in the Edgebrook Area declined from 59% to 48%. Simultaneously, average home prices rose dramatically from $84,366 to $203,536, representing a 141% increase over nine years. This inverse relationship between homeownership rates and home prices suggests that rising property values may have made homeownership less attainable for many residents, leading to an increase in renting.
Federal interest rates played a significant role in shaping homeownership trends during this period. Between 2013 and 2016, interest rates remained historically low, ranging from 0.1% to 0.4%. However, despite these favorable borrowing conditions, homeownership in Edgebrook continued to decline. This trend indicates that other factors, such as rapidly appreciating home values, likely outweighed the benefits of low interest rates for potential buyers.
As homeownership declined, the percentage of renters in Edgebrook increased from 41% in 2013 to 52% in 2022. This shift coincided with a steady rise in average rent prices, from $956 in 2013 to $1,064 in 2022, an 11.3% increase. The area's population fluctuated during this time, peaking at 28,185 in 2018 before declining to 25,827 in 2022. The increase in renter population and average rent prices, despite overall population decline, suggests a tightening rental market with sustained demand for rental properties.
In 2023 and 2024, the Edgebrook Area continued to see growth in average home prices, reaching $208,857 in 2023 and $212,336 in 2024. This represents a 4.3% increase from 2022 to 2024, indicating a slowing but still upward trend in property values. Concurrently, federal interest rates rose significantly to 5.02% in 2023 and 5.33% in 2024, potentially impacting homebuying affordability and market dynamics.
Predictive models suggest that average home prices in the Edgebrook Area may continue to rise at a more moderate pace. Over the next five years, average home prices could potentially reach around $230,000 to $240,000, representing a 10-15% increase from 2024 levels. Average rent prices are also expected to climb, potentially reaching $1,200 to $1,300 per month by 2029, an increase of approximately 15-20% from 2022 levels.
In summary, the Edgebrook Area has experienced a significant shift from homeownership to renting, driven by rapidly appreciating home values and changing economic conditions. The neighborhood has seen substantial growth in both average home prices and rent, despite fluctuations in population. As interest rates have risen in recent years, the housing market may face new challenges, potentially affecting both buying and renting trends in the coming years. The area's continued price growth, albeit at a slower rate, suggests ongoing demand for housing in this Houston neighborhood.
