Sanger
Realust Score
71
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1-year
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• 59% velocity
Snapshot
Sanger, TX is a small, affordable, semi-rural town with a mix of historic and new housing, larger lots and agricultural parcels, basic local services, and reasonable access to Denton and the northern Metroplex—best for buyers wanting space and lower prices but who accept longer commutes and fewer in-town amenities.
Sanger’s housing stock ranges from older downtown cottages to modest subdivisions and acreage suited to hobby farms and equestrian use; recent growth has added new neighborhoods and some entry-level single-family options, keeping prices below many Denton County suburbs. Daily life is community-oriented with local schools (Sanger ISD), small businesses, churches, and outdoor recreation nearby (including Lake Ray Roberts and rural trails), while more extensive retail, specialty medical care, and major employers are a drive away in Denton, Gainesville, or the Dallas–Fort Worth corridor. The area is car-dependent with limited transit; expect longer peak commutes and possible congestion on regional arterials as development continues. Buyers should verify school attendance zones, utility and septic/well arrangements for rural lots, floodplain or drainage issues, any ag/land use restrictions, and long term infrastructure plans that could change commute times or neighborhood character.
Best For:
First Time Homebuyers
Small Town Lifestyle Seekers
Lake & Outdoor Enthusiasts
35,463
Population
$353,990
Median Home Price
$51,497
Median Income
6.4/10
School Rating
✓ Pros
- Home prices and living costs tend to be lower than more central Dallas-Fort Worth suburbs.
- Immediate access to Lake Ray Roberts and parks for boating, fishing, camping, and hiking.
- I-35 access makes travel to Denton or Dallas–Fort Worth job centers feasible for workers.
✗ Cons
- Fewer shopping, dining, and nightlife venues compared with larger suburbs or urban centers.
- Public transit options are minimal, and most errands and commutes require a vehicle.
- Rapid population increases have strained some roads and services as development continues.
Best for Investors
71
Realust Score
B- – Above Average
55
💰 Prosperity
82
🎓 Schools
77
🛡️ Safety
78
🌳 Lifestyle
51
🏷️ Affordability
76
📊 Market
74
🚗 Commute
80
📈 Growth
Demographics
Population
35,463
Total Population
791.0
People per sq mile
+15.9%
5-Year Growth
Mobility & Migration
10.6%
Moved Last Year
89.4%
Same Home 1+ Year
0.6%
From Out of State
0.4%
From Different County
⚖️ Balanced community with healthy mix of long-term and new residents.
Age Distribution
33.2%
Under 18
13.0%
25-34
11.4%
35-44
11.2%
65+
Median Age: 29.5 years
Households
3.6
Avg Household Size
86.5%
Family Households
74.3%
Homeownership Rate
51.9%
👶 With Kids
36.3%
💑 Married
15.6%
👤 Single Parent
13.5%
🏠 Living Alone
82.0%
👴 Seniors Alone
Education Level
63.4%
High School+
14.3%
Bachelor's+
2.9%
Graduate Degree
Connectivity & Remote Work
73.3%
📶 Broadband Access
88.5%
💻 Have Computer
8.0%
🏠 Work From Home
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Hispanic/Latino
96.6%
White
57.6%
Two or More
32.0%
Other
10.1%
Foreign Born: 25.9%
Momentum
59
+7
Stable
'20
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'22
'23
'24
'25
Real Estate
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💡 Market Insights
🐢
Patient Market
Homes take about 68 days to sell — buyers have time to decide.
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Typical Negotiations
Homes selling at 97.4% of asking — expect 3-5% negotiation room.
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Healthy Buyer Activity
25% of homes are under contract.
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Steady Growth
Home values increased 18% over 5 years.
Home Prices
$256
Per Sq Ft
$305,000
Starter Home
$353,990
Median Price
$665,000
Premium Home
Market Trends
🏠 Home Prices
↓ -10.4%
1-Year Change
+18%
5-Year Change
Market Health
71
Active Listings
68
Median Days on Market
25.3%
Under Contract
11.5%
Price Reduced
97.4%
Sale-to-List Ratio
⚖️ Balanced market conditions.
Market Insights
$110/mo
🏠 Cheaper to Buy
3 mo
📦 Balanced
6.4%
📈 Rental Yield
6.9x
🏷️ Income to Buy
+14%
📍 vs Region Avg
🏠 Remote Work Fit
59
Good for remote workers
👨👩👧👦 Family Fit
62
Good for families
💼 Investment
100
Strong potential
Typical Home
2,267
Sq Ft
3.7
🛏️ Beds
2.6
🚿 Baths
226,403
🌳 Lot Sq Ft
2008
📅 Year Built
2-car
🚗 Garage
Property Mix
86%
🏠 Single Family
0%
🏘️ Townhome
6.5%
🏢 Condo
Common Features
10%
🏊 Pool
87.5%
🚗 Garage
55%
🏠 Single Story
27%
🔥 Fireplace
35%
❄️ Central Air
3.5%
🌊 Waterfront
Costs & Ownership
$1,790
Est. Monthly Payment
$1,900
Median Rent
$34/mo
Avg HOA Fee
18.5%
Have HOA
Investment Indicators
0.6%
🏢 Rental Vacancy
Low (Good)
0/10
📊 Low Risk
54%
🏗️ New Construction
$96,635
💰 Per Bedroom
Lifestyle
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Sparse Suburban
Lifestyle Scores
6
👨👩👧 Family Friendly
4
🏃 Outdoor Activities
5.3
🌙 Nightlife
6
💪 Health & Fitness
7.3
🌍 Diversity
6
☀️ Weather
Nearby Amenities (within 5 miles)
🍽️
35
Restaurants
🌳
9
Parks
💪
6
Gyms
🛒
1
Grocery
☕
4
Coffee
🍺
5
Bars
👶
60+
Daycares
💊
2
Pharmacies
🦷
8
Dentists
📚
1
Libraries
🐕
60+
Dog Parks
🏛️
1
Museums
Getting Around
68
🚶 Walk Score
52
🚴 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
B
Safety Grade
0.98
Violent Crime Rate
per 1,000 residents
11.23
Property Crime Rate
per 1,000 residents
Violent Crime
68.95
Assault
9.85
Robbery
0
Murder
19.7
Rape
Rates per 100,000 residents
Property Crime
344.73
Burglary
659.9
Theft
118.19
Vehicle Theft
Rates per 100,000 residents
Job Market
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Income
$51,497
Median Household
$96,381
Average Household
$17,673
Per Capita
Employment
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
+7.0%
Job Growth (1 yr)
23.7%
Poverty Rate
Income Distribution
$150k+
6.8%
$100k-$150k
9.0%
$75k-$100k
14.5%
$50k-$75k
22.0%
$25k-$50k
24.2%
Under $25k
23.4%
Education
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School District
Sanger Independent School District ISD
Primary District
A-
District Grade
Top 31%
State Ranking
Schools
3
Elementary
2
Middle
2
High School
🏆 Top-Rated Schools
🎒 Elementary Schools
BUTTERFIELD EL
B
(85)
CHISHOLM TRAIL EL
B
(82)
📚 Middle Schools
SANGER MIDDLE
B
(85)
🎓 High Schools
SANGER H S
B
(86)
LINDA TUTT H S
C
(73)
Source: Texas Education Agency 2024-25 Accountability Ratings
Academic Info
15.7:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
📈 Graduation Rates (Class of 2024)
95.7%
🎓 Graduation Rate
A
1.6%
📉 Dropout Rate
🎯 College Readiness (Class of 2023)
88%
📝 Took SAT/ACT
11.4%
🎯 College Ready
D
19.8%
📚 TSI Ready
College Ready: 1180+ SAT or 24+ ACT | TSI Ready: Met Texas college-ready criteria
Transportation
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Mobility Scores
68
Walk Score
52
Bike Score
N/A
Transit Score
Commute
29
Avg Minutes
83.3%
Drive Alone
6.2%
Carpool
8.0%
Work from Home
Distance To
51.3 mi
Downtown Dallas
39.3 mi
DFW Airport
47.9 mi
Love Field
⚡ EV Charging
1
Public Stations
0
DC Fast Ports
4
Level 2 Ports
Networks:
Tesla Destination
Cost of Living
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Cost Index (100 = National Average)
100
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
