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GALVESTON, TX 77550

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 77550

Denver Court (Denver Court Historic District) · Downtown · East End (East End Historic District) · Fish Village · Harborview · Lindale Park (Lindale) · Lost Bayou (Lost Bayou Historic District) · Midtown · San Jacinto (San Jac) · Silk Stocking (Silk Stocking Historic District) · The Strand (Strand/Mechanic District) · University Area (University Area Association)

Market Analysis

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

The GALVESTON, TX real estate market (77550) currently shows 371 active listings, with 33 pending sales. Homes are averaging 67 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 41 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 67 days on market compared to 64 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.4% year-over-year, from $417,900 to $399,450.

Whether you are buying or selling in GALVESTON, TX, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 23,215  ·  Density: 1,185.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $47,366

Typical home value: $238,403  ·  Homeownership: 41.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
371
⇩ 10% vs 412 last year
Pending
33
9% pending ratio
Median Price
$399,450
⇩ 4.4% vs $417,900 last year
Average Price
$557,360
⇧ 3.3% vs $539,412 last year
Days on Market
67
⇧ 4.7% vs 64 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$267
⇩ 5.7% vs $283/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,561 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 371 this year vs 412 last year
  • Days on market: 67 now vs 64 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $399,450 (-4.4% YoY)
  • Average: $557,360 (+3.3% 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 29.8 miles — 2,620 listings ($1,415,942,076 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77550Galveston, TX 775500.0 mi335$179,380,105$413,500$535,463
77590Texas City, TX 775909.8 mi133$32,891,698$196,475$247,306
77554Galveston, TX 7755410.5 mi676$539,930,664$625,000$798,714
77563Hitchcock, TX 7756314.5 mi129$70,401,492$387,500$545,748
77539Dickinson, TX 7753918.1 mi288$108,684,576$305,000$377,377
77510Santa Fe, TX 7751019.1 mi103$40,457,267$360,225$392,789
77517Santa Fe, TX 7751722.0 mi42$18,291,504$376,225$435,512
77573League City, TX 7757322.8 mi382$187,917,642$419,950$491,931
77058Houston, TX 7705825.8 mi102$28,353,858$233,500$277,979
77623High Island, TX 7762327.7 mi3$688,125$223,675$229,375
77511Alvin, TX 7751128.2 mi216$87,340,032$324,998$404,352
77546Friendswood, TX 7754628.7 mi203$119,185,969$435,625$587,123
77577Liverpool, TX 7757729.8 mi8$2,419,144$224,500$302,393

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GALVESTON, TX 77550?

As of March 2026, there are 371 active listings in GALVESTON, TX (zip code 77550), compared to 412 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GALVESTON, TX 77550?

The median listing price in GALVESTON, TX 77550 is $399,450 as of March 2026, a 4.4% decrease from $417,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in GALVESTON, TX 77550 spend an average of 67 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 64 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GALVESTON, TX 77550?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, GALVESTON, TX 77550 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 41 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 67 days on market compared to 64 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GALVESTON, TX 77550 save an estimated $7,989 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $399,450. 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.