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HOUSTON, TX 77096

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 77096

Barkley Circle · Barkley Square South · Bellaire Oaks · Braesview Terrace (Braesview Terrace/Braesmont Addition) · Fondren Southwest · Maplewood · Maplewood North · Meyerland · Meyerland Area · Myerland · Post Oak Terrace · Westbury · Willow Bend (Willow Meadows)

Market Analysis

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

The HOUSTON, TX real estate market (77096) currently shows 140 active listings, with 33 pending sales. Homes are averaging 43 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

The median listing price has risen 4.5% year-over-year, from $499,375 to $522,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 33,001  ·  Density: 2,115.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $79,483

Typical home value: $402,150  ·  Homeownership: 49.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
140
⇧ 1.4% vs 138 last year
Pending
33
24% pending ratio
Median Price
$522,000
⇧ 4.5% vs $499,375 last year
Average Price
$663,508
⇧ 6.1% vs $625,537 last year
Days on Market
43
vs 43 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$229
⇧ 6.5% vs $215/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,322 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 140 this year vs 138 last year
  • Days on market: 43 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $522,000 (+4.5% YoY)
  • Average: $663,508 (+6.1% 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 6.3 miles — 1,344 listings ($726,831,713 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77096Houston, TX 770960.0 mi132$85,530,984$499,250$647,962
77401Bellaire, TX 774012.3 mi52$71,964,464$1,224,000$1,383,932
77081Houston, TX 770812.6 mi25$6,583,150$176,038$263,326
77071Houston, TX 770712.9 mi86$24,704,962$235,000$287,267
77045Houston, TX 770453.9 mi97$26,266,630$249,470$270,790
77031Houston, TX 770314.2 mi33$11,129,217$273,500$337,249
77054Houston, TX 770544.5 mi188$32,539,416$143,950$173,082
77063Houston, TX 770634.9 mi208$82,771,104$207,500$397,938
77046Houston, TX 770465.0 mi22$8,259,768$338,750$375,444
77056Houston, TX 770565.2 mi225$232,283,700$445,950$1,032,372
77098Houston, TX 770985.7 mi89$95,154,884$857,250$1,069,156
77477Stafford, TX 774776.2 mi76$26,790,532$329,923$352,507
77099Houston, TX 770996.3 mi111$22,852,902$227,750$205,882

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HOUSTON, TX 77096?

As of March 2026, there are 140 active listings in HOUSTON, TX (zip code 77096), compared to 138 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HOUSTON, TX 77096?

The median listing price in HOUSTON, TX 77096 is $522,000 as of March 2026, a 4.5% increase from $499,375 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOUSTON, TX 77096 spend an average of 43 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 43 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HOUSTON, TX 77096?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, HOUSTON, TX 77096 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

How much can I save on real estate commission in HOUSTON, TX?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HOUSTON, TX 77096 save an estimated $10,440 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $522,000. 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.