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Houston Heights

HOUSTON, TX 77008

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Harris County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
300
⇩ 1.6% vs 305 last year
Pending
56
19% pending ratio
Median Price
$593,760
⇩ 7.4% vs $640,920 last year
Average Price
$724,936
⇩ 3.4% vs $750,585 last year
Days on Market
52
⇩ 8.8% vs 57 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The HOUSTON, TX real estate market (77008) currently shows 300 active listings, with 56 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 52 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.4% year-over-year, from $640,920 to $593,760.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 300 this year vs 305 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 57 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $593,760 (-7.4% YoY)
  • Average: $724,936 (-3.4% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 6.4 miles — 2,464 listings ($1,760,570,223 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77008Houston, TX 770080.0 mi300$217,480,800$593,760$724,936
77018Houston, TX 770182.0 mi300$242,300,400$499,000$807,668
77019Houston, TX 770193.2 mi151$343,487,250$1,079,000$2,274,750
77091Houston, TX 770914.0 mi375$120,956,625$339,900$322,551
77002Houston, TX 770024.3 mi69$23,499,123$320,000$340,567
77098Houston, TX 770984.4 mi82$88,484,478$875,000$1,079,079
77055Houston, TX 770554.5 mi261$206,357,823$599,995$790,643
77056Houston, TX 770564.6 mi202$215,888,106$429,900$1,068,753
77076Houston, TX 770764.7 mi58$15,826,054$273,000$272,863
77003Houston, TX 770035.5 mi126$54,123,804$400,000$429,554
77057Houston, TX 770575.6 mi250$108,705,750$254,900$434,823
77004Houston, TX 770046.0 mi244$111,238,868$423,450$455,897
77093Houston, TX 770936.4 mi46$12,221,142$235,000$265,677

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 300 active listings in HOUSTON, TX (zip code 77008), compared to 305 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in HOUSTON, TX 77008 is $593,760 as of January 2026, a 7.4% decrease from $640,920 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOUSTON, TX 77008 spend an average of 52 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 77008?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HOUSTON, TX 77008 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 52 days on market compared to 57 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 $11,875 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $593,760. 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.