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HOUSTON, TX 77081

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
22
⇧ 100% vs 11 last year
Pending
2
9% pending ratio
Median Price
$179,625
⇩ 47% vs $339,000 last year
Average Price
$278,701
⇩ 24.6% vs $369,389 last year
Days on Market
79
⇧ 5.3% vs 75 days last year

Market Context

Population: 52,360  ·  Density: 6,218.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $40,805

Typical home value: $347,597  ·  Homeownership: 6.1%

Market Analysis

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

The HOUSTON, TX real estate market (77081) currently shows 22 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 79 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 79 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 47% year-over-year, from $339,000 to $179,625.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 22 this year vs 11 last year
  • Days on market: 79 now vs 75 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $179,625 (-47% YoY)
  • Average: $278,701 (-24.6% 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 — 1,836 listings ($1,536,112,471 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77081Houston, TX 770810.0 mi22$6,131,422$179,625$278,701
77057Houston, TX 770572.3 mi250$108,705,750$254,900$434,823
77056Houston, TX 770562.6 mi202$215,888,106$429,900$1,068,753
77027Houston, TX 770272.8 mi112$129,914,512$674,500$1,159,951
77046Houston, TX 770463.2 mi20$7,161,760$348,500$358,088
77005Houston, TX 770053.4 mi96$188,921,280$1,672,500$1,967,930
77035Houston, TX 770354.1 mi147$38,051,538$219,950$258,854
77024Houston, TX 770244.4 mi190$422,135,160$449,500$2,221,764
77071Houston, TX 770714.8 mi85$25,274,750$237,999$297,350
77054Houston, TX 770545.0 mi176$31,891,552$145,000$181,202
77031Houston, TX 770315.6 mi32$10,030,400$269,999$313,450
77007Houston, TX 770075.9 mi403$324,593,932$539,900$805,444
77045Houston, TX 770456.0 mi101$27,412,309$249,900$271,409

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HOUSTON, TX 77081?

As of January 2026, there are 22 active listings in HOUSTON, TX (zip code 77081), compared to 11 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HOUSTON, TX 77081?

The median listing price in HOUSTON, TX 77081 is $179,625 as of January 2026, a 47% decrease from $339,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOUSTON, TX 77081 spend an average of 79 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 75 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HOUSTON, TX 77081?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HOUSTON, TX 77081 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 79 days on market compared to 75 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 77081 save an estimated $3,593 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $179,625. 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.