Is Houston County, TX a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Houston County is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

At the same time last year, Houston County was a Neutral Market.

Key Takeaway

Houston County is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in Houston County, TX

How much do homes in Houston County, TX cost?

Median Sold Price

$209,000

$133/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

-$12,200(-5.5%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Houston County have sold for 5.5% less than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Houston County was $209,000 in October 2024, down 5.5% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $133.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $155K$100K
-35.5%
2 $150K$167K
+11.3%
3 $245K$235K
-4.1%
4 $265K$220K
-17.0%
5+ $239K$445K
+86.2%

Summary: Houston County housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 35.5%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 11.3%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 4.1%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 17%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 86.2%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Trinity County
+11.3%
Walker County
+0.9%
Houston County
-5.5%

Housing Supply in Houston County, TX

How many homes are available in Houston County, TX?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1411410.0%

Summary: The Houston County real estate market had 141 homes for sale in October 2024, the same as September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 44
0.0%
2 2323
0.0%
3 8483
-1.2%
4 2323
0.0%
5+ 78
+14.3%

Summary: The Houston County housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 1.2%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 14.3%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1315+15.4%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

8 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

4 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Houston County, you may be able to get a good deal. 53.3% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 15 homes were sold or pending in Houston County in October 2024, up by 15.4% month-over-month. Of the 15 sold homes, 53% were sold under asking, 20% were sold at asking, and 27% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Houston County, TX

How long does it take to sell a home in Houston County, TX?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
113 Days86 Days-23.8%

Summary: Homes in Houston County had an average of 86 days on market in Oct 2024, down by 23.8% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

5 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

7 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Most homes in Houston County are taking a long time to sell, it's a good idea to negotiate on homes here.

Summary: During October 2024, 15 homes were sold in Houston County; 33% of homes were sold within 30 days, 20% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 47% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 22 Days Ago

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