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SAN ANTONIO, TX 78238

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
90
⇧ 45.2% vs 62 last year
Pending
8
9% pending ratio
Median Price
$244,996
⇩ 5.7% vs $259,875 last year
Average Price
$267,332
⇩ 3.2% vs $276,188 last year
Days on Market
71
⇩ 6.6% vs 76 days last year

Market Context

Population: 25,900  ·  Density: 984.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $54,287

Typical home value: $173,338  ·  Homeownership: 47.5%

Market Analysis

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

The SAN ANTONIO, TX real estate market (78238) currently shows 90 active listings, with 8 pending sales. Homes are averaging 71 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 28 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 71 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.7% year-over-year, from $259,875 to $244,996.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 90 this year vs 62 last year
  • Days on market: 71 now vs 76 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $244,996 (-5.7% YoY)
  • Average: $267,332 (-3.2% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 9.2 miles — 1,235 listings ($397,924,716 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78238San Antonio, TX 782380.0 mi90$24,059,880$244,996$267,332
78251San Antonio, TX 782513.6 mi129$38,965,224$284,900$302,056
78229San Antonio, TX 782293.7 mi125$28,948,250$170,000$231,586
78237San Antonio, TX 782374.6 mi77$13,482,623$172,250$175,099
78201San Antonio, TX 782015.5 mi144$37,076,400$250,000$257,475
78207San Antonio, TX 782076.6 mi115$17,669,290$140,450$153,646
78249San Antonio, TX 782496.7 mi173$58,735,057$314,000$339,509
78212San Antonio, TX 782127.7 mi164$87,900,556$442,000$535,979
78225San Antonio, TX 782258.0 mi36$6,811,560$176,000$189,210
78204San Antonio, TX 782048.4 mi70$29,885,450$332,500$426,935
78215San Antonio, TX 782158.6 mi5$3,508,335$715,000$701,667
78231San Antonio, TX 782318.7 mi28$34,949,292$547,500$1,248,189
78211San Antonio, TX 782119.2 mi79$15,932,799$220,000$201,681

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SAN ANTONIO, TX 78238?

As of January 2026, there are 90 active listings in SAN ANTONIO, TX (zip code 78238), compared to 62 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SAN ANTONIO, TX 78238?

The median listing price in SAN ANTONIO, TX 78238 is $244,996 as of January 2026, a 5.7% decrease from $259,875 the prior year.

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

Homes in SAN ANTONIO, TX 78238 spend an average of 71 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 76 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SAN ANTONIO, TX 78238?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78238 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 28 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 71 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAN ANTONIO, TX 78238 save an estimated $4,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $244,996. 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.