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IOLA, TX 77861

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Grimes County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
⇩ 46.9% vs 32 last year
Pending
1
6% pending ratio
Median Price
$728,900
⇧ 8.8% vs $669,866 last year
Average Price
$724,144
⇩ 38.5% vs $1,177,622 last year
Days on Market
150
⇧ 21% vs 124 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,921  ·  Density: 9.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $67,113

Typical home value: $285,792  ·  Homeownership: 85.8%

Market Analysis

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

The IOLA, TX real estate market (77861) currently shows 17 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 150 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 15 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 150 days on market compared to 124 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.8% year-over-year, from $669,866 to $728,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 17 this year vs 32 last year
  • Days on market: 150 now vs 124 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $728,900 (+8.8% YoY)
  • Average: $724,144 (-38.5% 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 32.7 miles — 1,078 listings ($550,209,998 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77861Iola, TX 778610.0 mi17$12,310,448$728,900$724,144
77831Bedias, TX 7783111.3 mi23$16,236,551$274,950$705,937
77802Bryan, TX 7780214.0 mi145$74,641,215$395,000$514,767
77845College Station, TX 7784515.4 mi472$246,343,408$389,000$521,914
77801Bryan, TX 7780116.8 mi49$13,189,673$292,400$269,177
77864Madisonville, TX 7786420.4 mi30$12,883,710$299,900$429,457
77871Normangee, TX 7787122.6 mi24$9,172,944$350,500$382,206
77868Navasota, TX 7786824.7 mi75$56,894,025$283,900$758,587
77878Snook, TX 7787827.3 mi24$8,163,888$288,325$340,162
75850Leona, TX 7585030.2 mi0$0$489,000$489,000
77856Franklin, TX 7785630.7 mi43$28,579,176$585,250$664,632
77363Plantersville, TX 7736331.1 mi32$17,912,608$510,000$559,769
77320Huntsville, TX 7732032.7 mi144$53,882,352$259,900$374,183

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in IOLA, TX 77861?

As of January 2026, there are 17 active listings in IOLA, TX (zip code 77861), compared to 32 the prior year.

What is the median home price in IOLA, TX 77861?

The median listing price in IOLA, TX 77861 is $728,900 as of January 2026, a 8.8% increase from $669,866 the prior year.

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

Homes in IOLA, TX 77861 spend an average of 150 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 124 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in IOLA, TX 77861?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, IOLA, TX 77861 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 15 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 150 days on market compared to 124 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in IOLA, TX 77861 save an estimated $14,578 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $728,900. 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.