The story of this market
The typical home in Corpus Christi, Texas sells for about $269,772, or $160 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (-0.25%), a market in balance. Homes take about 68 days to sell, which is slow.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+1.1%
TX · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Corpus Christi, Texas
The Corpus Christi housing market is currently experiencing a period of stability, with median prices hovering near $270,000. While inventory levels have increased, demand remains steady, supported by the city's diverse industrial base and coastal appeal. Buyers are taking more time to negotiate, reflecting a shift toward a more balanced market environment.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Corpus Christi yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: median price diverges 20.2% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2024)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict.
Deterministic aggregate of 18 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved up 0.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 74 days on market with 0.3 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
1% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 7.53% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.4% · poverty 15.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
- Hurricane Alley Waterpark4.31 mi
- In The Game Funtrackers4.410.7 mi
- Jumping World411 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park45.9 mi
- Dave & Buster's Corpus Christi4.16.2 mi
- Hilliard Center4.41 mi
- Doc's Seafood and Steaks4.415.1 mi
- Whataburger Field4.81 mi
- Corpus Christi Trade Center4.34.7 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.36.8 mi
- Texas State Aquarium4.61.4 mi
- USS Lexington Museum4.81.6 mi
- Selena Museum4.63.6 mi
- Selena Memorial Statue4.70.7 mi
- Cinemark Century Corpus Christi 16 XD and IMAX4.57.5 mi
- USS Lexington Museum4.81.6 mi
- Selena Museum4.63.6 mi
- Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History4.61.1 mi
- Island Joes Coffee and Gallery4.516.7 mi
- Coffee Waves4.56.6 mi
- Cole Park4.61.8 mi
- South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center4.59.9 mi
- Bill Witt City Park4.410 mi
- Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve and Learning Center Corpus Christi, TX4.710 mi
- West Guth Park4.69.5 mi
- Marker 37 Marina4.615.2 mi
- Corpus Christi Yacht Club4.50.8 mi
- Laguna Madre RV Park and Marina4.513.8 mi
- Corpus Christi Marina4.60.9 mi
- Anchor Resort Condominiums & Marina416.3 mi
- Lozano Golf Center4.53.1 mi
- Oso Beach Municipal Golf Course4.46.6 mi
- Corpus Christi Country Club4.56.9 mi
- S2G Golf4.96.2 mi
- La Palmera4.46.2 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.25.8 mi
- Corpus Christi Trade Center4.34.7 mi
- T.J. Maxx & HomeGoods4.26.4 mi
- Aquabite Market & Kitchen (Kitchen Hours)4.43.1 mi
- Corpus Christi International Airport4.56.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A protected barrier island offering extensive beaches and wildlife habitats, serving as a major regional draw for tourism and recreation.
A major educational and tourist attraction on the bayfront that highlights Gulf of Mexico marine life.
A historic aircraft carrier turned museum docked in the bay, serving as a landmark cultural and educational site.
Corpus Christi is well-suited for family buyers seeking coastal affordability, retirees looking for a moderate climate, and workers in the energy and maritime industries. The city offers a balanced lifestyle for those who prioritize proximity to the Gulf Coast over high-density urban living.
The city is served by the Corpus Christi Independent School District, which provides a range of public education options across the municipality. School quality varies by neighborhood, with ongoing efforts to improve student outcomes and facilities.
The city is connected by major highway corridors including I-37 and SPID (SH 358), which facilitate regional transit. Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with ongoing infrastructure upgrades aimed at improving traffic flow.
Corpus Christi offers extensive coastal amenities, including the Padre Island National Seashore, the Corpus Christi Bayfront, and numerous local parks. Residents enjoy access to water-based recreation, fishing, and cultural attractions like the Texas State Aquarium and the USS Lexington.
The rental market in Corpus Christi is characterized by steady demand driven by the energy sector and military presence. Vacancy rates remain stable, though short-term rental activity is notable in coastal and tourist-heavy areas.
The economy is heavily reliant on the Port of Corpus Christi, energy refining, and military operations. These sectors provide a stable employment base and drive ongoing infrastructure investment.
The local economy is anchored by the Port of Corpus Christi, the energy sector, and military installations. Infrastructure development, including port expansions and highway corridor upgrades, continues to drive regional economic momentum.
Development is focused on industrial expansion near the port and residential growth in the southern and western corridors of the city.
Parcels in the city are subject to various special districts, including school districts, hospital districts, and municipal utility districts that manage local infrastructure and services.
Corpus Christi faces significant coastal hazard risks, including hurricane-force winds, storm surge, and flooding. Property insurance markets in the region are sensitive to these climate exposures, often resulting in higher premiums for coastal properties.
Property insurance in the region is influenced by high exposure to wind and flood risks, leading to a competitive but premium-sensitive market.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Texas) — Senior (65+) and Disabled Homestead Exemption and School Tax Ceiling: Grants an additional mandatory $10,000 exemption from ISD appraised value (Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100,000 - $10,000) and establishes an absolute statutory tax freeze (school tax ceiling): total ISD property taxes cannot exceed the dollar ceiling established in the… State (Texas) — General Residence Homestead Exemption and 10% Valuation Growth Cap: Imposes mandatory state-level valuation deductions and growth limitations on the qualifying homestead: (1) Mandates a $100,000 deduction from appraised value for independent school district (ISD) maintenance and operations/debt taxation: Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100… State (Texas) — Ad Valorem Real Property Taxation and Assessment Ratio: Mandates ad valorem appraisal of all real property at 100% of fair market value as of January 1 each tax year (Assessment Ratio = 1.00).
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates for Corpus Christi city, Texas.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.