Why Live in Commerce
Commerce is a rapidly growing college town that retains a peaceful atmosphere, with a population of around 9,000. The presence of Texas A&M University-Commerce contributes to the local vibe, though students primarily stay on campus. The neighborhood features a mix of ranch-style and craftsmen homes from the 1960s, many of which have been refinished. The East Oak Creek community offers newer brick and stone Neo Traditional homes, ranging from 1,500 to 4,300 square feet, with amenities like a community park, playground, and splash pad. Commerce High School and Commerce Middle School are highly rated, providing strong academic and athletic programs.
Downtown Commerce has a quaint charm with local spots like Mugs coffee shop, Cork and Brew wine bar, and Too Good! Treats ice cream shop. McKay's Country Kitchen is a popular breakfast and lunch spot known for its homemade onion rings. The area hosts the annual Bois d'Arc Bash, celebrating the town's unique tree with a parade, live music, and more. For outdoor activities, City Park offers a basketball court and dog park, while Centennial Park features a skate park and disc golf course. Ivy Moore Park includes a lighted baseball field and pavilion.
Commerce is safer than the national average, and essential services like Brookshire's grocery store and Walmart Supercenter are conveniently located. For larger retail options, Greenville is 14 miles away. The nearest major airport, Dallas Love Field, is 70 miles away.
Home Trends in Commerce, TX
On average, homes in Commerce, TX sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Commerce, TX over the last 12 months is $200,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$200,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$299,500
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$335,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$140
Number of Homes for Sale
105
Last 12 months Home Sales
84
Median List Price
$329,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%