Longview, TX home prices
Typical home $218,198 · +1.1% in a year · income needed $64,100
The Longview, TX metro area ranks 577 of 894 U.S. metros for home values (U.S. typical home: $366,157). Prices changed +1.1% in a year and +19.9% over five years. With 20% down at 7.11%, the typical home costs about $1,495 a month including 1.16% property tax (Gregg County rate).
Mortgage on the typical Longview home
| Down payment | Cash down | Loan | Principal + interest | PMI / MIP | Tax + insurance | Total / month | Income needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20% down | $43,640 | $174,559 | $1,174 | $0 | $321 | $1,495 | $64,100 |
| 10% down | $21,820 | $196,379 | $1,321 | $82 | $321 | $1,724 | $73,900 |
| 5% down | $10,910 | $207,288 | $1,394 | $86 | $321 | $1,802 | $77,200 |
| 3.5% down (FHA) | $7,637 | $214,246 | $1,441 | $97 | $321 | $1,859 | $79,700 |
Assumes a 30-year fixed loan at 7.11%, property tax of 1.16% 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 Longview area
| County | Typical home | 1-yr change | Tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gregg County, TX | $221,780 | +0.3% | 1.16% |
| Harrison County, TX | $207,787 | +0.9% | 0.97% |
| Rusk County, TX | $211,254 | +4.7% | 1.05% |
| Upshur County, TX | $235,784 | +1.2% | 1.19% |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a house in Longview?
The typical home in the Longview, TX metro area is worth $218,198 (Zillow, September 2026).
What salary do you need to buy a house in Longview?
About $64,100 a year for the typical home with 20% down at 7.11%.