Houston, TX metro area Housing Market
Cold MarketComprehensive housing market data for the Houston, 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
$330K
↓ 2.0% YoY
Days on Market
76 days
↑ 20.6% YoY
Active Inventory
32,030
↓ 2.2% YoY
Homes Sold
7,382
↓ 0.2% YoY
Cold Market
Inventory is high and homes are sitting longer — a buyer's market.
Houston, TX metro area Market Summary
The Houston, TX metro area housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $330K, down 2.0% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 76 days on the market, 20.6% longer than a year ago.
There are 32,030 homes for sale — 2.2% fewer than last year. With 4.3 months of supply, this is a balanced market. 12,227 new listings were added during this period, down 4.4% year-over-year.
Homes are selling for 96.4% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 13.1% of homes sell above their asking price. 34.0% of listings have had a price drop.
Market Opportunity Score
Based on current market conditions
86
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. A significant share of sellers are cutting prices, which can signal motivated sellers and potential deals. Prices are 24% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.
Houston, TX metro area Market Trends
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Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$365K
Price per Sq Ft
$160
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.4%
Months of Supply
4.3
Sold Above List
13.1%
Price Drops
34.0%
New Listings
12,227
↓ 4.4% YoY
Pending Sales
9,179
Off Market in 2 Weeks
27.4%
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