Brenham, TX home prices
Typical home $363,961 · +0.3% in a year · income needed $105,900
The Brenham, TX metro area ranks 200 of 894 U.S. metros for home values (U.S. typical home: $366,157). Prices changed +0.3% in a year and +10.4% over five years. With 20% down at 7.11%, the typical home costs about $2,472 a month including 1.09% property tax (Washington County rate).
Mortgage on the typical Brenham home
| Down payment | Cash down | Loan | Principal + interest | PMI / MIP | Tax + insurance | Total / month | Income needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20% down | $72,792 | $291,169 | $1,959 | $0 | $513 | $2,472 | $105,900 |
| 10% down | $36,396 | $327,565 | $2,204 | $136 | $513 | $2,853 | $122,300 |
| 5% down | $18,198 | $345,763 | $2,326 | $144 | $513 | $2,983 | $127,800 |
| 3.5% down (FHA) | $12,739 | $357,369 | $2,404 | $161 | $513 | $3,078 | $131,900 |
Assumes a 30-year fixed loan at 7.11%, property tax of 1.09% of the home value a year, homeowners insurance of 0.6% a year, PMI of 0.5% of the loan a year when the down payment is under 20%, and FHA mortgage insurance of 0.55% a year plus a 1.75% upfront premium added to the loan. Your rate, taxes and insurance will differ.
Counties in the Brenham area
| County | Typical home | 1-yr change | Tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington County, TX | $363,966 | +0.2% | 1.09% |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a house in Brenham?
The typical home in the Brenham, TX metro area is worth $363,961 (Zillow, September 2026).
What salary do you need to buy a house in Brenham?
About $105,900 a year for the typical home with 20% down at 7.11%.