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HOUSTON, TX 77008

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Harris County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 77008

Greater Heights · Houston Heights (The Heights) · Lazy Brook (Timbergrove) · Shady Acres

Market Analysis

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

The HOUSTON, TX real estate market (77008) currently shows 411 active listings, with 101 pending sales. Homes are averaging 33 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 33 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2% year-over-year, from $619,950 to $607,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 38,496  ·  Density: 2,293.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $140,609

Typical home value: $553,529  ·  Homeownership: 61.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
411
⇩ 2.8% vs 423 last year
Pending
101
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$607,500
⇩ 2% vs $619,950 last year
Average Price
$750,160
⇩ 4% vs $781,769 last year
Days on Market
33
⇧ 3.1% vs 32 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$273
⇩ 7.5% vs $295/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,320 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 411 this year vs 423 last year
  • Days on market: 33 now vs 32 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $607,500 (-2% YoY)
  • Average: $750,160 (-4% 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 6.4 miles — 2,676 listings ($1,891,773,621 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77008Houston, TX 770080.0 mi336$244,274,016$599,000$727,006
77018Houston, TX 770182.0 mi319$259,364,864$497,133$813,056
77019Houston, TX 770193.2 mi167$358,528,459$952,375$2,146,877
77091Houston, TX 770914.0 mi398$127,832,824$339,900$321,188
77002Houston, TX 770024.3 mi74$25,105,388$296,125$339,262
77098Houston, TX 770984.4 mi89$95,154,884$857,250$1,069,156
77055Houston, TX 770554.5 mi278$223,646,830$636,000$804,485
77056Houston, TX 770564.6 mi225$232,283,700$445,950$1,032,372
77076Houston, TX 770764.7 mi64$17,401,280$271,995$271,895
77003Houston, TX 770035.5 mi128$54,473,600$401,043$425,575
77057Houston, TX 770575.6 mi274$115,873,778$251,600$422,897
77004Houston, TX 770046.0 mi274$124,067,748$425,225$452,802
77093Houston, TX 770936.4 mi50$13,766,250$235,000$275,325

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HOUSTON, TX 77008?

As of April 2026, there are 411 active listings in HOUSTON, TX (zip code 77008), compared to 423 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HOUSTON, TX 77008?

The median listing price in HOUSTON, TX 77008 is $607,500 as of April 2026, a 2% decrease from $619,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOUSTON, TX 77008 spend an average of 33 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 32 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HOUSTON, TX 77008?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, HOUSTON, TX 77008 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 33 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HOUSTON, TX 77008 save an estimated $12,150 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $607,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.