Major Markets in Texas - Real Estate Pulse
Here’s the January real estate pulse for Houston, DFW, Austin and San Antonio:
Houston Metro: Houston’s market still feels relatively affordable compared with other Texas metros — the median sale price sits near the low-$350Ks and inventory remains relatively abundant, giving buyers room to shop. Local data shows that homes sell in about ~59 days on average, up from prior years, and many listings are seeing price reductions vs. sellers getting full list price. Delisting rates and eased demand hint that sellers are recalibrating expectations as borrowing costs and affordability pressures linger.
Dallas-Fort Worth: The DFW region has a high supply backdrop with inventory up and competition for buyers increasing. Across the larger metro, DFW consistently shows more sellers than buyers, meaning buyers likely have negotiating leverage — fewer bidding wars and longer times to shop than in years past. Building activity is also strong, especially in apartments and new subdivisions, helping absorb demand but also adding to supply pressure. (Redfin ranked DFW among the top markets with excess sellers nationally).
Austin: Austin remains one of the strongest buyer’s markets in the country, with well over twice as many sellers as active buyers — giving buyers major leverage if they’re financially ready. Inventory is elevated, homes are often on the market longer, and price reductions are common as the market cools from its pandemic-era run. Local chatter confirms buyers are taking their time and negotiating harder on price and terms.
San Antonio: San Antonio is similarly tilted toward buyers, with more sellers than buyers and ample listings, especially in entry-level and suburban price tiers. Homes are taking significantly longer to sell compared with national averages, reflecting a slower sales pace even as inventory stays high. Price cuts and negotiation room are increasingly part of the scene, particularly outside core urban pockets.
Bottom Line (All Markets): Across Texas’s big four metros, inventory has swollen, buyers generally have leverage, and median prices have softened or stabilized. Sellers are often adjusting prices or sitting longer on the market, while buyers are taking advantage of choice and negotiating power — making this a buyers’ market through much of the state embarking into 2026.
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