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SOUR LAKE, TX 77659

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

Market Analysis

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

The SOUR LAKE, TX real estate market (77659) currently shows 30 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 57 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 57 days on market compared to 36 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.1% year-over-year, from $287,250 to $261,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 6,305  ·  Density: 20.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $93,780

Typical home value: $157,356  ·  Homeownership: 88.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
30
⇩ 14.3% vs 35 last year
Pending
6
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$261,000
⇩ 9.1% vs $287,250 last year
Average Price
$327,343
⇩ 6.6% vs $350,374 last year
Days on Market
57
⇧ 58.3% vs 36 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$135
⇩ 10.6% vs $151/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,986 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 30 this year vs 35 last year
  • Days on market: 57 now vs 36 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $261,000 (-9.1% YoY)
  • Average: $327,343 (-6.6% 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
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 25.7 miles — 504 listings ($145,664,426 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77659Sour Lake, TX 776590.0 mi33$10,826,343$265,890$328,071
77613China, TX 7761310.3 mi14$3,734,038$264,033$266,717
77585Saratoga, TX 7758511.4 mi6$2,797,968$307,000$466,328
77629Nome, TX 7762912.6 mi19$5,591,510$290,611$294,290
77564Hull, TX 7756414.2 mi3$706,251$234,250$235,417
77657Lumberton, TX 7765715.3 mi131$55,236,543$414,225$421,653
77708Beaumont, TX 7770816.8 mi33$7,093,779$207,400$214,963
77702Beaumont, TX 7770218.9 mi16$3,907,280$209,900$244,205
77703Beaumont, TX 7770319.6 mi44$5,381,200$112,475$122,300
77622Hamshire, TX 7762222.3 mi4$872,132$223,650$218,033
77705Beaumont, TX 7770523.4 mi93$20,987,310$154,975$225,670
77656Silsbee, TX 7765624.4 mi82$17,401,630$174,925$212,215
77665Winnie, TX 7766525.7 mi26$11,128,442$318,750$428,017

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SOUR LAKE, TX 77659?

As of March 2026, there are 30 active listings in SOUR LAKE, TX (zip code 77659), compared to 35 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SOUR LAKE, TX 77659?

The median listing price in SOUR LAKE, TX 77659 is $261,000 as of March 2026, a 9.1% decrease from $287,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in SOUR LAKE, TX 77659 spend an average of 57 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 36 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SOUR LAKE, TX 77659?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SOUR LAKE, TX 77659 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 57 days on market compared to 36 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SOUR LAKE, TX 77659 save an estimated $5,220 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $261,000. 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.