Justin
Realust Score
78
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+0.0%
1-year
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+26.2%
5-year
'20 '21 '22 '23 '24 '25
Growing
• 70% velocity
Snapshot
Justin, TX is a small but rapidly growing town with a mix of affordable older homes and new master-planned developments, a pragmatic rural-suburban vibe, convenient access to I-35W and US-380 for commuting, and increasing retail and services while still retaining pockets of agricultural and ranch land.
Justin’s housing ranges from modest, established ranch and bungalow-style homes on larger lots to newer subdivisions and higher-density developments aimed at commuters who want lower prices than core suburbs; recent growth has brought big-box retail, restaurants, and medical options nearer to town but many residents still drive to neighboring Saginaw, Decatur, or Fort Worth for broader services. Daily life skews family-oriented and car-dependent with school activities (served by Northwest ISD and parts of other districts in nearby areas), local churches and community events, and outdoor space for horses and small scale farming in outskirts. Commutes are reasonable via nearby highways but can lengthen during peak hours; public transit is minimal. Buyers should verify precise school zones, frontage and easement details on acreage, water/septic utilities for rural lots, any HOA or deed restrictions in newer subdivisions, and planned nearby that could change traffic and neighborhood character.
Best For:
Rural Charm Seekers
Growth Minded Investors
Value Oriented Homebuyers
4,589
Population
$515,000
Median Home Price
$85,000
Median Income
6.6/10
School Rating
✓ Pros
- Home prices are still relatively accessible compared with many suburbs closer to Dallas/Fort Worth, and properties range from older character homes to new builds.
- Many properties have larger lots, and rural-leaning development appeal supports hobby farming or open space living.
- Easy access to Fort Worth jobs and the Alliance corridor while maintaining a quieter lifestyle.
✗ Cons
- Smaller retail, dining, and nightlife compared with larger suburbs; many errands require driving elsewhere
- Many residents have drives of ~35–40+ minutes to work or big-city destinations.
- While Northwest ISD is solid overall, neighborhood context and school zones matter, and some residents note variability in experiences.
Best for Investors
78
Realust Score
B+ – Very Good
69
💰 Prosperity
83
🎓 Schools
82
🛡️ Safety
81
🌳 Lifestyle
59
🏷️ Affordability
75
📊 Market
64
🚗 Commute
85
📈 Growth
Demographics
Population
4,589
Total Population
1,549.0
People per sq mile
+38.5%
5-Year Growth
Mobility & Migration
18.8%
Moved Last Year
81.2%
Same Home 1+ Year
4.4%
From Different County
🚚 High-growth area with many new residents moving in.
Age Distribution
30.2%
Under 18
15.8%
25-34
17.5%
35-44
6.0%
65+
Median Age: 33.5 years
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
70.0%
Family Households
81.8%
Homeownership Rate
42.0%
👶 With Kids
33.2%
💑 Married
8.8%
👤 Single Parent
30.0%
🏠 Living Alone
70.9%
👴 Seniors Alone
Education Level
90.5%
High School+
28.5%
Bachelor's+
8.5%
Graduate Degree
Connectivity & Remote Work
91.5%
📶 Broadband Access
94.8%
💻 Have Computer
15.5%
🏠 Work From Home
Racial & Ethnic Composition
White
75.8%
Hispanic/Latino
18.2%
Black
6.5%
Two or More
3.2%
Asian
2.2%
Foreign Born: 7.8%
Momentum
70
+13
Rising
'20
'21
'22
'23
'24
'25
Real Estate
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💡 Market Insights
🐢
Patient Market
Homes take about 75 days to sell — buyers have time to decide.
💪
Sellers Hold Firm
Homes selling at 98.6% of asking — minimal negotiation room.
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High Buyer Demand
38% of listings are already under contract — expect competition.
📊
Steady Growth
Home values increased 26% over 5 years.
Home Prices
$179
Per Sq Ft
$450,990
Starter Home
$515,000
Median Price
$654,995
Premium Home
Market Trends
🏠 Home Prices
↑ +20.1%
1-Year Change
+26.2%
5-Year Change
🏢 Rent Prices
↑ +0.9%
1-Year Change
📊 Home values are appreciating strongly while rents are slightly up.
(Source: Redfin, Zillow)
Market Health
216
Active Listings
75
Median Days on Market
38.3%
Under Contract
3%
Price Reduced
98.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
🏷️ Buyer-friendly market - more room to negotiate.
Market Insights
$307/mo
💰 Cheaper to Rent
1.6 mo
📦 Seller's market
5.4%
📈 Rental Yield
6.1x
🏷️ Income to Buy
-20%
📍 vs Region Avg
🏠 Remote Work Fit
71
Excellent for remote workers
👨👩👧👦 Family Fit
59
Good for families
💼 Investment
74
Strong potential
Typical Home
2,891
Sq Ft
3.9
🛏️ Beds
3.4
🚿 Baths
12,402
🌳 Lot Sq Ft
2021
📅 Year Built
2.2-car
🚗 Garage
Property Mix
99%
🏠 Single Family
0%
🏘️ Townhome
0%
🏢 Condo
Common Features
99%
🚗 Garage
34%
🏠 Single Story
3%
🔥 Fireplace
5.5%
❄️ Central Air
Costs & Ownership
$2,604
Est. Monthly Payment
$2,297
Median Rent
$59/mo
Avg HOA Fee
5%
Have HOA
Investment Indicators
0%
🏢 Rental Vacancy
Low (Good)
0/10
📊 Low Risk
94.5%
🏗️ New Construction
$133,247
💰 Per Bedroom
Lifestyle
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Rural
Lifestyle Scores
6.7
👨👩👧 Family Friendly
3.3
🏃 Outdoor Activities
5.3
🌙 Nightlife
6
💪 Health & Fitness
8
🌍 Diversity
6.7
☀️ Weather
Nearby Amenities (within 5 miles)
🍽️
60+
Restaurants
🌳
27
Parks
💪
14
Gyms
🛒
1
Grocery
☕
19
Coffee
🍺
16
Bars
👶
60+
Daycares
🏥
2
Hospitals
💊
2
Pharmacies
🦷
18
Dentists
📚
2
Libraries
🐕
60+
Dog Parks
Getting Around
54
🚶 Walk Score
44
🚴 Bike Score
N/A
🚌 Transit Score
Seasonal Temperatures
❄️ January
56°
39° low
🌸 April
74°
55° low
☀️ July
94°
77° low
🍂 October
77°
58° low
Annual Conditions
☀️
218
Sunny Days/Year
🌧️
147
Rainy Days/Year
💧
53.3"
Annual Rainfall
🌡️ North Texas enjoys a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters.
Crime & Safety
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Safety Overview
N/A
Safety Grade
0.78
Violent Crime Rate
per 1,000 residents
8.06
Property Crime Rate
per 1,000 residents
Violent Crime
46.51
Assault
15.5
Robbery
0
Murder
15.5
Rape
Rates per 100,000 residents
Property Crime
15.5
Burglary
682.17
Theft
108.53
Vehicle Theft
Rates per 100,000 residents
Job Market
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Income
$85,000
Median Household
$117,568
Average Household
$35,500
Per Capita
Employment
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
+12.1%
Job Growth (1 yr)
6.2%
Poverty Rate
Education
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School District
Northwest Independent School District ISD
Primary District
A-
District Grade
Top 27%
State Ranking
Schools
23
Elementary
7
Middle
5
High School
🏆 Top-Rated Schools (6 A-rated schools in Justin)
🎒 Elementary Schools
SAMUEL BECK EL
A
(93)
LAKEVIEW EL
A
(93)
📚 Middle Schools
GENE PIKE MIDDLE
B
(84)
🎓 High Schools
JAMES M STEELE EARLY COLLEGE H S
A
(98)
BYRON NELSON H S
B
(86)
Source: Texas Education Agency 2024-25 Accountability Ratings
Academic Info
15.3:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
📈 Graduation Rates (Class of 2024)
96.0%
🎓 Graduation Rate
A
2.4%
📉 Dropout Rate
🎯 College Readiness (Class of 2023)
96%
📝 Took SAT/ACT
22.3%
🎯 College Ready
C
35.9%
📚 TSI Ready
College Ready: 1180+ SAT or 24+ ACT | TSI Ready: Met Texas college-ready criteria
Transportation
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Mobility Scores
54
Walk Score
44
Bike Score
N/A
Transit Score
Commute
38
Avg Minutes
78.6%
Drive Alone
3.2%
Carpool
15.5%
Work from Home
Distance To
41.5 mi
Downtown Dallas
22.7 mi
DFW Airport
38.2 mi
Love Field
⚡ EV Charging
No public EV charging stations
Nearest stations may be in adjacent cities
Cost of Living
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Cost Index (100 = National Average)
101
Overall
113
Housing
97
Utilities
100
Groceries
102
Transportation
100
Healthcare
Monthly Utilities
⚡ Electric
$142
💧 Water
$52
🔥 Gas
$44
📶 Internet
$72
Everyday Costs
$823
Monthly Groceries (Family of 4)
$3
Gas Price (per gallon)
Taxes
8.3%
Sales Tax Rate
2.2%
Property Tax Rate
