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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Orange County is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

At the same time last year, Orange County was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Orange County, TX

How much do homes in Orange County, TX cost?

Median Sold Price

$222,200

$117/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

-$6,800(-3.0%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Orange County have sold for 3% less than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Orange County was $222,200 in October 2024, down 3% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $117.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $47.9K$40.5K
-15.6%
2 $110K$114.9K
+4.5%
3 $213.4K$185K
-13.3%
4 $277.4K$285K
+2.7%
5+ $347.4K$194.4K
-44.1%

Summary: Orange County housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 15.6%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 4.5%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 13.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 2.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 44.1%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Hardin County
+5.4%
Jefferson County
+2.6%
Orange County
-3.0%

Housing Supply in Orange County, TX

How many homes are available in Orange County, TX?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
143149+4.2%

Summary: The Orange County real estate market had 149 homes for sale in October 2024, a 4.2% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 33
0.0%
2 1114
+27.3%
3 7983
+5.1%
4 4242
0.0%
5+ 87
-12.5%

Summary: The Orange 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 increased by 27.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 5.1%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 12.5%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1513-13.3%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

5 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

5 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Orange County, you may be able to get a good deal. 38.5% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 13 homes were sold or pending in Orange County in October 2024, down by 13.3% month-over-month. Of the 13 sold homes, 38% were sold under asking, 23% were sold at asking, and 38% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Orange County, TX

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
84 Days50 Days-40.6%

Summary: Homes in Orange County had an average of 50 days on market in Oct 2024, down by 40.6% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

6 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Orange County are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During October 2024, 13 homes were sold in Orange County; 46% of homes were sold within 30 days, 31% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 23% 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 4 Days Ago

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