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HOUSTON, TX 77096

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
121
⇧ 12% vs 108 last year
Pending
23
19% pending ratio
Median Price
$519,000
⇧ 3.8% vs $499,947 last year
Average Price
$681,773
⇧ 15.8% vs $588,520 last year
Days on Market
60
⇩ 4.8% vs 63 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The HOUSTON, TX real estate market (77096) currently shows 121 active listings, with 23 pending sales. Homes are averaging 60 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 13 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 60 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.8% year-over-year, from $499,947 to $519,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 121 this year vs 108 last year
  • Days on market: 60 now vs 63 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $519,000 (+3.8% YoY)
  • Average: $681,773 (+15.8% 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 6.3 miles — 1,268 listings ($689,541,746 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77096Houston, TX 770960.0 mi121$82,494,533$519,000$681,773
77401Bellaire, TX 774012.3 mi47$65,740,263$1,375,000$1,398,729
77081Houston, TX 770812.6 mi22$6,131,422$179,625$278,701
77071Houston, TX 770712.9 mi85$25,274,750$237,999$297,350
77045Houston, TX 770453.9 mi101$27,412,309$249,900$271,409
77031Houston, TX 770314.2 mi32$10,030,400$269,999$313,450
77054Houston, TX 770544.5 mi176$31,891,552$145,000$181,202
77063Houston, TX 770634.9 mi203$83,143,319$212,000$409,573
77046Houston, TX 770465.0 mi20$7,161,760$348,500$358,088
77056Houston, TX 770565.2 mi202$215,888,106$429,900$1,068,753
77098Houston, TX 770985.7 mi82$88,484,478$875,000$1,079,079
77477Stafford, TX 774776.2 mi67$23,644,434$348,000$352,902
77099Houston, TX 770996.3 mi110$22,244,420$228,500$202,222

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 121 active listings in HOUSTON, TX (zip code 77096), compared to 108 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in HOUSTON, TX 77096 is $519,000 as of January 2026, a 3.8% increase from $499,947 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOUSTON, TX 77096 spend an average of 60 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 63 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 January 2026, HOUSTON, TX 77096 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 13 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 60 days on market compared to 63 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 77096 save an estimated $10,380 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $519,000. 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.