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HOUSTON, TX 77081

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 77081

Braeburn Country Club Estates · Gulfton · Gulfton (Wesrmoreland Farms) · Mulberry Manor · Richmond Plaza · Twin Oaks/Loveland Terrace · Upper Kirby (Greenway)

Market Analysis

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

The HOUSTON, TX real estate market (77081) currently shows 25 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 59 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 59 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 24% year-over-year, from $209,500 to $259,745.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
25
⇧ 66.7% vs 15 last year
Pending
2
8% pending ratio
Median Price
$259,745
⇧ 24% vs $209,500 last year
Average Price
$328,616
⇧ 15.1% vs $285,441 last year
Days on Market
59
⇧ 28.3% vs 46 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$172
⇧ 3.6% vs $166/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,242 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 25 this year vs 15 last year
  • Days on market: 59 now vs 46 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $259,745 (+24% YoY)
  • Average: $328,616 (+15.1% 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
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 6.0 miles — 1,974 listings ($1,622,188,054 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77081Houston, TX 770810.0 mi25$6,583,150$176,038$263,326
77057Houston, TX 770572.3 mi274$115,873,778$251,600$422,897
77056Houston, TX 770562.6 mi225$232,283,700$445,950$1,032,372
77027Houston, TX 770272.8 mi123$141,590,466$707,000$1,151,142
77046Houston, TX 770463.2 mi22$8,259,768$338,750$375,444
77005Houston, TX 770053.4 mi97$165,414,391$1,598,750$1,705,303
77035Houston, TX 770354.1 mi162$42,541,524$239,925$262,602
77024Houston, TX 770244.4 mi205$457,938,840$522,813$2,233,848
77071Houston, TX 770714.8 mi86$24,704,962$235,000$287,267
77054Houston, TX 770545.0 mi188$32,539,416$143,950$173,082
77031Houston, TX 770315.6 mi33$11,129,217$273,500$337,249
77007Houston, TX 770075.9 mi437$357,062,212$539,675$817,076
77045Houston, TX 770456.0 mi97$26,266,630$249,470$270,790

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 25 active listings in HOUSTON, TX (zip code 77081), compared to 15 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in HOUSTON, TX 77081 is $259,745 as of March 2026, a 24% increase from $209,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOUSTON, TX 77081 spend an average of 59 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 46 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 March 2026, HOUSTON, TX 77081 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 59 days on market compared to 46 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 $5,195 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $259,745. 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.