Gainesville, TX metro area Housing Market
Cold MarketComprehensive housing market data for the Gainesville, TX metro area metro area. Track home prices, inventory, days on market, and competition — updated monthly for real estate investors.
Data period: March 2026
Median Sale Price
$329K
↓ 7.9% YoY
Days on Market
130 days
↑ 27.5% YoY
Active Inventory
250
↓ 2.3% YoY
Homes Sold
34
– 0.0% YoY
Cold Market
Inventory is high and homes are sitting longer — a buyer's market.
Gainesville, TX metro area Market Summary
The Gainesville, TX metro area housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $329K, down 7.9% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 130 days on the market, 27.5% longer than a year ago.
There are 250 homes for sale — 2.3% fewer than last year. With 7.4 months of supply, this is a buyer's market. 69 new listings were added during this period, up 13.1% year-over-year.
Homes are selling for 97.6% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 11.8% of homes sell above their asking price. 29.2% of listings have had a price drop.
Market Opportunity Score
Based on current market conditions
85
Contributing Factors
How This Market Compares
vs. National Median
vs. Texas Median
Investor Takeaway
The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage. High inventory relative to sales pace means buyers have options and sellers may be flexible on price. A significant share of sellers are cutting prices, which can signal motivated sellers and potential deals. Prices are 25% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.
Gainesville, TX metro area Market Trends
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Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$370K
Price per Sq Ft
$161
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.6%
Months of Supply
7.4
Sold Above List
11.8%
Price Drops
29.2%
New Listings
69
↑ 13.1% YoY
Pending Sales
54
Off Market in 2 Weeks
16.7%
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