They say everything’s bigger in Texas, and that’s true about how much locals love being from Alvin. Home to an MLB Hall of Famer, NFL stars and even a United States Congressman, Alvin lives up to its motto of Serving with Pride.
New residential construction is taking over in Alvin, with homes being built with one and two stories featuring brick and stone façades, attached multicar garages and energy-efficient amenities in the interior. Ranch-style homes set back in cul-de-sacs are also popular, sitting on spacious lots with manicured lawns. More established homes offer a stately feel, reflecting traditional-style architecture, with ample yard space for entertainment areas, inground pools and gorgeous lake views. A touch of historic charm comes with the Victorian homes — displaying huge front porches and fenced-in yards — dating back to the late 19th century. Prices for new builds start in the high $200,000s and go up to the low $500,000s. Other homes in the area come with price tags in the $300,000s and $400,000s.
As part of the Alvin Independent School District, students can attend Alvin Elementary School, Alvin Junior High School and Alvin High School during their academic journeys. A 6A school with the University Interscholastic League, the high school is well-known for its baseball and football programs. It counts MLB World Series champ Nathan Eovaldi and Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Gunner Olszewski among its notable alums. The junior high and high schools hold an overall Niche grade of B-plus, while the elementary school has a B.
Baseball enthusiasts can have a fun-filled day at Lions Sports Park. Located right by Alvin High School, the park offers five baseball fields — four lighted for nighttime play — along with two open sports fields for other activities. At Bob Briscoe Park, covered basketball courts provide much-needed shade from the sun while shooting hoops while walkers can enjoy 1.8 miles of walking paths that surround soccer and football fields. Covering 42 acres, the park also includes a fishing pond, an all-inclusive playground and a 1.7-acre dog park.
Add a little bit of excitement to your weekends at Pearland BMX. Officially sanctioned by USA BMX, the motocross track is filled with fun activities for the entire family. Visitors can have friendly one-on-one races or participate in competitions like the State Race Gold Cup and the Texas State Championship Race. Coaching and lessons are also provided for those interested, and the track hosts children’s birthday parties throughout the year.
Stop by H-E-B, Texas’s favorite grocery store, for fresh meat, produce and other provisions. The community also has an ALDI Food Market that residents like to frequent to grab groceries for home. When you’re not in the mood to do the cooking, head over to Red Oak Café. Serving breakfast and lunch, Red Oak specializes in soups, salads and sandwiches; the café also offers keto options for breakfast. At Takara Sushi & Steak House, you can dine on a wide variety of Japanese cuisine, including sashimi, ramen and hot pot soup. The sushi bar stocked with signature rolls is always a highlight.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this area.
Kimberly Walt
RE/MAX RESULTS
(877) 793-5843
112 Total Sales
1 in Alvin
$600,000 Price
Lynn Beardslee
Gulf Coast Dream Team
(409) 255-0478
78 Total Sales
1 in Alvin
$198,500 Price
Rickey Chavez
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - Cypress
(888) 612-4138
132 Total Sales
1 in Alvin
$345,000 Price
Erika de Leon
Alumbra International Properties
(832) 400-3398
23 Total Sales
1 in Alvin
$252,900 Price
Shad Bogany
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - Woodway
(346) 326-2947
107 Total Sales
2 in Alvin
$325K - $440K Price Range
Brandy Liss
Liss Realty Group
(346) 617-2814
108 Total Sales
5 in Alvin
$290K - $605K Price Range
On average, homes in Alvin, TX sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Alvin, TX over the last 12 months is $307,828, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$325,844
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Median Sale Price
$307,828
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$314,990
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$255,000
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$208,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
722
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$177
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Number of Homes
10,675
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Number of Homes for Sale
233
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Median Year Built
1981
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Months of Supply
3.90
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,046
Above the national average
1,935
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,485
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
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$900 - $1,300 per month
$795 - $1,350 per month
$799 - $1,753 per month
$790 - $1,400 per month
$865 - $1,049 per month
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Number of Homes for Rent
53
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Median Rent
$2,050
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,000
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,350
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Median Townhouse Rent
$1,395
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Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,425
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Median Condo Rent
$925
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Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,250
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Total Population
29,008
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Median Age
36
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Population under 18
27%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
15.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$61,593
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$76,704
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High School Graduates
82.7%
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College Graduates
18.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
4.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
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% Population in Labor Force
66%
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Annual Precipitation
53''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
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Annual Snowfall
0''
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