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HOUSTON, TX 77086

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 77086

Greater Inwood · Inwood West · Northwest Green · Northwest Park

Market Analysis

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

The HOUSTON, TX real estate market (77086) currently shows 46 active listings, with 12 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.7% year-over-year, from $244,925 to $249,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 29,705  ·  Density: 1,678.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,200

Typical home value: $167,906  ·  Homeownership: 56.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
46
⇩ 8% vs 50 last year
Pending
12
26% pending ratio
Median Price
$249,000
⇧ 1.7% vs $244,925 last year
Average Price
$353,464
⇧ 20.7% vs $292,857 last year
Days on Market
87
⇧ 50% vs 58 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$147
⇧ 6.5% vs $138/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,823 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 46 this year vs 50 last year
  • Days on market: 87 now vs 58 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $249,000 (+1.7% YoY)
  • Average: $353,464 (+20.7% 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 9.0 miles — 1,560 listings ($665,226,225 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77086Houston, TX 770860.0 mi49$14,869,687$237,000$303,463
77038Houston, TX 770383.0 mi44$11,876,612$253,725$269,923
77088Houston, TX 770883.4 mi248$65,460,840$259,583$263,955
77040Houston, TX 770403.8 mi91$32,868,927$289,600$361,197
77069Houston, TX 770695.1 mi125$42,606,000$334,900$340,848
77060Houston, TX 770605.7 mi53$11,691,429$232,150$220,593
77068Houston, TX 770686.1 mi94$44,240,160$367,447$470,640
77070Houston, TX 770706.4 mi143$48,204,442$324,300$337,094
77065Houston, TX 770656.8 mi79$26,314,426$314,500$333,094
77080Houston, TX 770807.3 mi236$115,863,728$417,450$490,948
77076Houston, TX 770767.6 mi64$17,401,280$271,995$271,895
77055Houston, TX 770558.4 mi278$223,646,830$636,000$804,485
77039Houston, TX 770399.0 mi56$10,181,864$120,000$181,819

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HOUSTON, TX 77086?

As of April 2026, there are 46 active listings in HOUSTON, TX (zip code 77086), compared to 50 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HOUSTON, TX 77086?

The median listing price in HOUSTON, TX 77086 is $249,000 as of April 2026, a 1.7% increase from $244,925 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOUSTON, TX 77086 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 58 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HOUSTON, TX 77086?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, HOUSTON, TX 77086 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 58 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 77086 save an estimated $4,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $249,000. 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.