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GILCHRIST, TX 77617

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
52
⇧ 6.1% vs 49 last year
Pending
2
4% pending ratio
Median Price
$570,000
⇧ 7.7% vs $529,225 last year
Average Price
$628,276
⇧ 4.6% vs $600,763 last year
Days on Market
190
⇧ 62.4% vs 117 days last year

Market Context

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

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 63.6%

Market Analysis

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

The GILCHRIST, TX real estate market (77617) currently shows 52 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 190 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 190 days on market compared to 117 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.7% year-over-year, from $529,225 to $570,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 52 this year vs 49 last year
  • Days on market: 190 now vs 117 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $570,000 (+7.7% YoY)
  • Average: $628,276 (+4.6% 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 33.8 miles — 2,449 listings ($1,276,555,300 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77617Gilchrist, TX 776170.0 mi52$32,670,352$570,000$628,276
77650Port Bolivar, TX 7765011.7 mi351$201,812,364$499,998$574,964
77665Winnie, TX 7766520.0 mi25$11,249,250$307,000$449,970
77550Galveston, TX 7755021.2 mi336$177,916,368$419,000$529,513
77560Hankamer, TX 7756024.9 mi3$989,700$329,900$329,900
77590Texas City, TX 7759026.1 mi133$33,770,828$202,250$253,916
77523Baytown, TX 7752328.0 mi225$102,757,500$392,500$456,700
77568La Marque, TX 7756830.4 mi264$81,634,344$304,200$309,221
77539Dickinson, TX 7753931.3 mi294$115,257,702$311,450$392,033
77554Galveston, TX 7755431.6 mi599$479,617,503$625,000$800,697
77629Nome, TX 7762932.4 mi12$3,828,960$300,355$319,080
77538Devers, TX 7753833.3 mi2$550,000$275,000$275,000
77520Baytown, TX 7752033.8 mi153$34,500,429$205,000$225,493

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 52 active listings in GILCHRIST, TX (zip code 77617), compared to 49 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in GILCHRIST, TX 77617 is $570,000 as of January 2026, a 7.7% increase from $529,225 the prior year.

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

Homes in GILCHRIST, TX 77617 spend an average of 190 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 117 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 January 2026, GILCHRIST, TX 77617 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 190 days on market compared to 117 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 $11,400 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $570,000. 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.