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HOUSTON, TX 77017

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
44
⇧ 37.5% vs 32 last year
Pending
9
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$198,500
⇩ 16.8% vs $238,650 last year
Average Price
$209,759
⇩ 15.4% vs $247,846 last year
Days on Market
63
⇧ 14.5% vs 55 days last year

Market Context

Population: 32,574  ·  Density: 1,313.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $53,236

Typical home value: $135,483  ·  Homeownership: 50.0%

Market Analysis

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

The HOUSTON, TX real estate market (77017) currently shows 44 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 63 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 63 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 16.8% year-over-year, from $238,650 to $198,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 44 this year vs 32 last year
  • Days on market: 63 now vs 55 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $198,500 (-16.8% YoY)
  • Average: $209,759 (-15.4% 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 7.4 miles — 987 listings ($309,516,580 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77017Houston, TX 770170.0 mi44$9,229,396$198,500$209,759
77587South Houston, TX 775872.5 mi32$10,608,096$322,000$331,503
77502Pasadena, TX 775023.2 mi60$15,964,500$244,750$266,075
77547Galena Park, TX 775473.4 mi30$6,279,390$202,500$209,313
77023Houston, TX 770234.5 mi93$36,778,989$349,500$395,473
77011Houston, TX 770114.9 mi62$18,852,340$309,250$304,070
77029Houston, TX 770295.0 mi70$14,325,640$199,999$204,652
77503Pasadena, TX 775035.6 mi61$15,953,330$234,899$261,530
77020Houston, TX 770206.3 mi132$42,382,692$337,000$321,081
77048Houston, TX 770486.8 mi114$29,910,864$267,450$262,376
77003Houston, TX 770036.9 mi126$54,123,804$400,000$429,554
77013Houston, TX 770137.2 mi19$9,308,195$210,000$489,905
77089Houston, TX 770897.4 mi144$45,799,344$289,950$318,051

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HOUSTON, TX 77017?

As of January 2026, there are 44 active listings in HOUSTON, TX (zip code 77017), compared to 32 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HOUSTON, TX 77017?

The median listing price in HOUSTON, TX 77017 is $198,500 as of January 2026, a 16.8% decrease from $238,650 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOUSTON, TX 77017 spend an average of 63 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 55 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HOUSTON, TX 77017?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HOUSTON, TX 77017 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 63 days on market compared to 55 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 77017 save an estimated $3,970 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $198,500. 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.