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HOUSTON, TX 77079

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 77079

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Market Analysis

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

The HOUSTON, TX real estate market (77079) currently shows 126 active listings, with 33 pending sales. Homes are averaging 46 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 46 days on market compared to 42 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.6% year-over-year, from $305,000 to $297,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 35,097  ·  Density: 1,751.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $99,164

Typical home value: $591,829  ·  Homeownership: 53.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
126
⇩ 3.8% vs 131 last year
Pending
33
26% pending ratio
Median Price
$297,000
⇩ 2.6% vs $305,000 last year
Average Price
$568,310
⇩ 4.3% vs $594,036 last year
Days on Market
46
⇧ 9.5% vs 42 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$163
⇩ 6.9% vs $175/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,122 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 126 this year vs 131 last year
  • Days on market: 46 now vs 42 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $297,000 (-2.6% YoY)
  • Average: $568,310 (-4.3% 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 9.1 miles — 1,827 listings ($931,845,139 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77079Houston, TX 770790.0 mi113$63,710,643$282,225$563,811
77043Houston, TX 770432.8 mi146$63,892,666$449,250$437,621
77082Houston, TX 770824.3 mi200$81,088,200$299,225$405,441
77072Houston, TX 770725.4 mi175$36,585,675$185,000$209,061
77063Houston, TX 770635.7 mi208$82,771,104$207,500$397,938
77094Houston, TX 770945.8 mi19$13,114,351$538,450$690,229
77083Houston, TX 770836.3 mi203$61,317,774$299,700$302,058
77055Houston, TX 770556.8 mi278$223,646,830$636,000$804,485
77099Houston, TX 770997.4 mi111$22,852,902$227,750$205,882
77040Houston, TX 770408.2 mi91$32,868,927$289,600$361,197
77056Houston, TX 770568.4 mi225$232,283,700$445,950$1,032,372
77081Houston, TX 770818.6 mi25$6,583,150$176,038$263,326
77031Houston, TX 770319.1 mi33$11,129,217$273,500$337,249

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HOUSTON, TX 77079?

As of March 2026, there are 126 active listings in HOUSTON, TX (zip code 77079), compared to 131 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HOUSTON, TX 77079?

The median listing price in HOUSTON, TX 77079 is $297,000 as of March 2026, a 2.6% decrease from $305,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOUSTON, TX 77079 spend an average of 46 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 42 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HOUSTON, TX 77079?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, HOUSTON, TX 77079 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 46 days on market compared to 42 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 77079 save an estimated $5,940 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $297,000. 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.