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GALVESTON, TX 77551

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Galveston County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
261
⇧ 1.2% vs 258 last year
Pending
17
7% pending ratio
Median Price
$275,000
⇧ 1.4% vs $271,125 last year
Average Price
$307,694
⇧ 3.1% vs $298,320 last year
Days on Market
101
⇧ 13.5% vs 89 days last year

Market Context

Population: 22,521  ·  Density: 2,199.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,620

Typical home value: $242,574  ·  Homeownership: 47.5%

Market Analysis

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

The GALVESTON, TX real estate market (77551) currently shows 261 active listings, with 17 pending sales. Homes are averaging 101 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 101 days on market compared to 89 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.4% year-over-year, from $271,125 to $275,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 261 this year vs 258 last year
  • Days on market: 101 now vs 89 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $275,000 (+1.4% YoY)
  • Average: $307,694 (+3.1% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 31.1 miles — 1,975 listings ($1,056,902,810 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77551Galveston, TX 775510.0 mi261$80,308,134$275,000$307,694
77554Galveston, TX 775546.4 mi599$479,617,503$625,000$800,697
77568La Marque, TX 7756811.0 mi264$81,634,344$304,200$309,221
77591Texas City, TX 7759113.0 mi109$28,429,489$264,900$260,821
77510Santa Fe, TX 7751016.1 mi100$38,791,100$361,900$387,911
77518Bacliff, TX 7751818.1 mi43$17,582,829$235,000$408,903
77565Kemah, TX 7756521.5 mi74$56,014,300$450,500$756,950
77586Seabrook, TX 7758624.1 mi172$92,423,684$382,400$537,347
77617Gilchrist, TX 7761725.3 mi52$32,670,352$570,000$628,276
77598Webster, TX 7759825.5 mi56$15,055,320$258,389$268,845
77546Friendswood, TX 7754627.0 mi177$103,277,907$419,950$583,491
77534Danbury, TX 7753428.6 mi14$5,754,784$260,000$411,056
77514Anahuac, TX 7751431.1 mi54$25,343,064$349,500$469,316

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GALVESTON, TX 77551?

As of January 2026, there are 261 active listings in GALVESTON, TX (zip code 77551), compared to 258 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GALVESTON, TX 77551?

The median listing price in GALVESTON, TX 77551 is $275,000 as of January 2026, a 1.4% increase from $271,125 the prior year.

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

Homes in GALVESTON, TX 77551 spend an average of 101 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 89 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GALVESTON, TX 77551?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, GALVESTON, TX 77551 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 101 days on market compared to 89 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 77551 save an estimated $5,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $275,000. 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.