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GILCHRIST, TX 77617

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

Market Analysis

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

The GILCHRIST, TX real estate market (77617) currently shows 57 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 11.2% year-over-year, from $539,450 to $599,675.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 38  ·  Density: 2.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $70,536

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 63.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
57
⇩ 13.6% vs 66 last year
Pending
1
2% pending ratio
Median Price
$599,675
⇧ 11.2% vs $539,450 last year
Average Price
$638,769
⇧ 1.2% vs $631,358 last year
Days on Market
87
⇧ 45% vs 60 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$401
⇧ 2.6% vs $391/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,505 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 57 this year vs 66 last year
  • Days on market: 87 now vs 60 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $599,675 (+11.2% YoY)
  • Average: $638,769 (+1.2% 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 33.8 miles — 2,602 listings ($1,366,327,672 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77617Gilchrist, TX 776170.0 mi57$35,647,002$585,000$625,386
77650Port Bolivar, TX 7765011.7 mi375$213,236,250$515,000$568,630
77665Winnie, TX 7766520.0 mi26$11,128,442$318,750$428,017
77550Galveston, TX 7755021.2 mi335$179,380,105$413,500$535,463
77560Hankamer, TX 7756024.9 mi3$989,700$329,900$329,900
77590Texas City, TX 7759026.1 mi133$32,891,698$196,475$247,306
77523Baytown, TX 7752328.0 mi248$114,801,928$399,225$462,911
77568La Marque, TX 7756830.4 mi281$87,977,447$306,003$313,087
77539Dickinson, TX 7753931.3 mi288$108,684,576$305,000$377,377
77554Galveston, TX 7755431.6 mi676$539,930,664$625,000$798,714
77629Nome, TX 7762932.4 mi19$5,591,510$290,611$294,290
77538Devers, TX 7753833.3 mi3$1,316,250$428,000$438,750
77520Baytown, TX 7752033.8 mi158$34,752,100$199,000$219,950

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GILCHRIST, TX 77617?

As of March 2026, there are 57 active listings in GILCHRIST, TX (zip code 77617), compared to 66 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GILCHRIST, TX 77617?

The median listing price in GILCHRIST, TX 77617 is $599,675 as of March 2026, a 11.2% increase from $539,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in GILCHRIST, TX 77617 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 60 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GILCHRIST, TX 77617?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, GILCHRIST, TX 77617 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 60 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GILCHRIST, TX 77617 save an estimated $11,994 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $599,675. 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.