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

Market Overview

Active Listings
202
⇧ 5.8% vs 191 last year
Pending
26
13% pending ratio
Median Price
$429,900
⇧ 16.6% vs $368,750 last year
Average Price
$1,068,753
⇧ 12.1% vs $953,470 last year
Days on Market
72
⇩ 8.9% vs 79 days last year

Market Context

Population: 21,941  ·  Density: 2,450.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $97,097

Typical home value: $841,595  ·  Homeownership: 34.8%

Market Analysis

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

The HOUSTON, TX real estate market (77056) currently shows 202 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 72 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 16.6% year-over-year, from $368,750 to $429,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 202 this year vs 191 last year
  • Days on market: 72 now vs 79 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $429,900 (+16.6% YoY)
  • Average: $1,068,753 (+12.1% 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 6.0 miles — 2,098 listings ($1,644,307,744 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77056Houston, TX 770560.0 mi202$215,888,106$429,900$1,068,753
77027Houston, TX 770271.5 mi112$129,914,512$674,500$1,159,951
77081Houston, TX 770812.6 mi22$6,131,422$179,625$278,701
77401Bellaire, TX 774013.1 mi47$65,740,263$1,375,000$1,398,729
77063Houston, TX 770633.3 mi203$83,143,319$212,000$409,573
77019Houston, TX 770193.4 mi151$343,487,250$1,079,000$2,274,750
77007Houston, TX 770073.9 mi403$324,593,932$539,900$805,444
77006Houston, TX 770064.6 mi166$121,900,274$625,000$734,339
77030Houston, TX 770304.9 mi96$62,347,104$224,500$649,449
77096Houston, TX 770965.2 mi121$82,494,533$519,000$681,773
77042Houston, TX 770425.5 mi177$66,895,911$151,450$377,943
77080Houston, TX 770805.8 mi222$109,879,566$420,745$494,953
77054Houston, TX 770546.0 mi176$31,891,552$145,000$181,202

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HOUSTON, TX 77056?

As of January 2026, there are 202 active listings in HOUSTON, TX (zip code 77056), compared to 191 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HOUSTON, TX 77056?

The median listing price in HOUSTON, TX 77056 is $429,900 as of January 2026, a 16.6% increase from $368,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOUSTON, TX 77056 spend an average of 72 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 79 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HOUSTON, TX 77056?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HOUSTON, TX 77056 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 72 days on market compared to 79 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 77056 save an estimated $8,598 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $429,900. 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.