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HOUSTON, TX 77005

Real Estate Market Report
Seller's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 77005

Belle Court · College Court Place · Colonial Terrace · Cunningham Terrace · Monticello · Museum District · Pemberton · Rice Court · Rice Village (Rice Court) · Sunset Terrace · University Place (South Grove) · Upper Kirby (Greenway) · Virginia Court · West University Place (West University)

Market Analysis

Data as of September 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The HOUSTON, TX real estate market (77005) currently shows 87 active listings, with 32 pending sales. Homes are averaging 51 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 32 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 51 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.2% year-over-year, from $1,746,250 to $1,818,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 28,470  ·  Density: 2,871.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $213,059

Typical home value: $1,297,240  ·  Homeownership: 72.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
87
⇩ 26.9% vs 119 last year
Pending
32
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,818,750
⇧ 4.2% vs $1,746,250 last year
Average Price
$1,958,419
⇧ 1.7% vs $1,926,260 last year
Days on Market
51
⇩ 10.5% vs 57 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$523
⇧ 4.6% vs $500/sqft last year
Median Home Size
3,597 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 87 this year vs 119 last year
  • Days on market: 51 now vs 57 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,818,750 (+4.2% YoY)
  • Average: $1,958,419 (+1.7% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 5.9 miles — 1,906 listings ($1,619,278,810 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77005Houston, TX 770050.0 mi97$165,414,391$1,598,750$1,705,303
77098Houston, TX 770981.3 mi89$95,154,884$857,250$1,069,156
77027Houston, TX 770272.0 mi123$141,590,466$707,000$1,151,142
77401Bellaire, TX 774012.5 mi52$71,964,464$1,224,000$1,383,932
77019Houston, TX 770192.5 mi167$358,528,459$952,375$2,146,877
77056Houston, TX 770563.4 mi225$232,283,700$445,950$1,032,372
77004Houston, TX 770043.6 mi274$124,067,748$425,225$452,802
77021Houston, TX 770214.3 mi259$86,690,667$325,000$334,713
77002Houston, TX 770024.4 mi74$25,105,388$296,125$339,262
77010Houston, TX 770104.6 mi3$1,323,000$448,000$441,000
77003Houston, TX 770035.2 mi128$54,473,600$401,043$425,575
77008Houston, TX 770085.6 mi336$244,274,016$599,000$727,006
77074Houston, TX 770745.9 mi79$18,408,027$196,625$233,013

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HOUSTON, TX 77005?

As of September 2026, there are 87 active listings in HOUSTON, TX (zip code 77005), compared to 119 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HOUSTON, TX 77005?

The median listing price in HOUSTON, TX 77005 is $1,818,750 as of September 2026, a 4.2% increase from $1,746,250 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in HOUSTON, TX?

Homes in HOUSTON, TX 77005 spend an average of 51 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 57 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HOUSTON, TX 77005?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, HOUSTON, TX 77005 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 32 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 51 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in HOUSTON, TX?

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