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SOUR LAKE, TX 77659

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Hardin County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
31
⇩ 13.9% vs 36 last year
Pending
5
16% pending ratio
Median Price
$266,780
⇩ 3% vs $275,000 last year
Average Price
$315,291
⇩ 13.9% vs $366,355 last year
Days on Market
88
⇩ 27.9% vs 122 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The SOUR LAKE, TX real estate market (77659) currently shows 31 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 88 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 selling faster, averaging 88 days on market compared to 122 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3% year-over-year, from $275,000 to $266,780.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 31 this year vs 36 last year
  • Days on market: 88 now vs 122 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $266,780 (-3% YoY)
  • Average: $315,291 (-13.9% 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 24.8 miles — 511 listings ($154,610,711 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77659Sour Lake, TX 776590.0 mi31$9,774,021$266,780$315,291
77613China, TX 7761310.3 mi17$4,426,256$262,220$260,368
77585Saratoga, TX 7758511.4 mi5$2,291,300$314,950$458,260
77629Nome, TX 7762912.6 mi12$3,828,960$300,355$319,080
77564Hull, TX 7756414.2 mi4$941,332$229,000$235,333
77657Lumberton, TX 7765715.3 mi116$50,437,380$414,500$434,805
77582Raywood, TX 7758216.6 mi1$180,000$180,000$180,000
77707Beaumont, TX 7770717.0 mi92$22,505,868$182,450$244,629
77575Liberty, TX 7757519.0 mi71$25,096,299$235,000$353,469
77701Beaumont, TX 7770120.4 mi26$3,495,960$120,000$134,460
77560Hankamer, TX 7756022.5 mi3$989,700$329,900$329,900
77663Village Mills, TX 7766324.4 mi29$8,953,083$260,000$308,727
77662Vidor, TX 7766224.8 mi104$21,690,552$183,700$208,563

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 31 active listings in SOUR LAKE, TX (zip code 77659), compared to 36 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in SOUR LAKE, TX 77659 is $266,780 as of January 2026, a 3% decrease from $275,000 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 88 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 122 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 January 2026, SOUR LAKE, TX 77659 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 88 days on market compared to 122 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 $5,336 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $266,780. 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.