Best In Land Real Estate™

Kendall County leads Texas in median monthly owner cost at $1,767—no, this isn’t a sign of unaffordability. It’s a signal of long-term value. This data, from ALEX Intelligence’s 2026 rural land cost analysis, shows that the most desirable rural markets are not the cheapest—they are the most sustainable. The $1,767 median cost in Kendall County reflects real infrastructure, water security, and community resilience. This isn’t a barrier to entry—it’s a filter for quality. Why do investors still chase 'affordable' land in underdeveloped zones? Because they haven’t seen this data. The real story isn’t about price—it’s about efficiency. For those building long-term portfolios across Texas, North Carolina, Alabama, and Colorado, this is the new benchmark. Median Monthly Owner Cost, top 10 (ALEX Intelligence — U.S. Census Bureau 2024) #1 Kendall County — $1,767 #2 Gillespie County — $1,142 #3 Austin County — $1,089 #4 Lampasas County — $1,070 #5 Llano County — $1,045 #6 Erath County — $1,025 #7 Cooke County — $1,024 #8 Aransas County — $1,004 #9 Caldwell County — $998 #10 Fannin County — $979 Source: https://alex-companies.com/data/2026-10-20-land-land-owner-cost-county-tx-rural View and join any or all of our communities — AI, quantum, and real estate: https://alex-companies.com/reports/linkedin-groups If there's an AI, quantum, or real estate community you'd like to see us convene, tell us — this portfolio grows by request. Real Estate Strategy & Intelligence Leader. Democratized Blue Ocean Strategist & Operator. Diane Hart Alexander, MBA, MHA Chair & CEO, ALEX Companies Designated Broker, Alexander Tiffany Southwest, LLC dba ALEX.realestate, et.al. Texas License #574877-B · Broker License #565194-BB [email protected] · +1 713.591.9902