It was just over a year ago that WalletHub released its top list of cities deemed the best places for house flipping in the U.S. The top of that list surprised many—as it is not an often cited housing market and comes from one of Texas smallest cities— but it didn’t surprise us. The border town of El Paso was named the best city for house flipping in Texas. This means it beats out other hot markets like San Antonio and Dallas.
The rankings were based on a few criteria and measured from 22 key indicators including market potential, remodeling costs, and quality of life. El Paso scored 95, 9, and 48 in the above.
The El Paso Housing Market Today
The median home value in El Paso is $126,700. This is significantly lower from other cities in Texas. The median home value in a San Antonio zip code, for example, is listed at $278,300. This is a significant difference and makes house flipping in El Paso a much more accessible endeavor. The values of El Paso homes have gone up approximately 4.5% over the past year and seem to be rising. The median price of homes in El Paso is about 1$68,250 compared to San Antonio is $285,350.
El Paso’s Growth
El Paso is a city with a growing population and in a September 2018 report, was said to be enjoying a healthy buyer’s market. This means there is a lot of opportunity for people to snatch up valuable properties in areas being remodeled or rebuilt and take advantage of the growing market. In 2015, El Paso’s population was 676,391 in 2018 the latest census data showed it was closer to 683, 577 in 2017. This shows a considerable increase in the past couple of years and means that many more people moving here are in the market to purchase a new home.
Tips Before Jumping In
So if you’ve been thinking about house flipping for some time, there are probably hundreds of questions, doubts, and trepidations that cross your mind. Below are some initial things to keep in mind before you jump in:
- Understand risk vs. reward.
- Research the neighborhood the house is on, the side of town, schools, etc.
- Take notice of the renovations that might be needed and do a little preliminary research on the cost of those particular renovations, contractors in the area, etc.
- Avoid homes that require expansive repairs like mold, asbestos, foundation problems, etc.
- Learn the basics of the market. You don’t have to become a real estate analyst, but looking at a few trends, some patterns, or some information on your particular market can inform you of some important aspects.
And Go With the Right Lender
Entrust Capital Funding has the lowest interest rate in the city. As a part of a cohort of real estate companies, we know the market well and know that the market is hot for buyers. A hard money lender doesn’t check your credit or take weeks on end to happen. We can get you the loan asap, so you can move on the property you want and start the profit clock.
