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HOBBS, NM 88242

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
26
⇧ 30% vs 20 last year
Pending
16
62% pending ratio
Median Price
$350,000
⇩ 3.4% vs $362,450 last year
Average Price
$397,773
⇩ 17.9% vs $484,405 last year
Days on Market
63
⇧ 43.2% vs 44 days last year

Market Context

Population: 7,312  ·  Density: 40.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $82,041

Typical home value: $206,664  ·  Homeownership: 81.8%

Market Analysis

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

The HOBBS, NM real estate market (88242) currently shows 26 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 63 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 63 days on market compared to 44 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.4% year-over-year, from $362,450 to $350,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 26 this year vs 20 last year
  • Days on market: 63 now vs 44 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $350,000 (-3.4% YoY)
  • Average: $397,773 (-17.9% 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 69.8 miles — 325 listings ($103,340,131 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
88242Hobbs, NM 882420.0 mi26$10,342,098$350,000$397,773
79323Denver City, TX 7932317.7 mi25$6,743,750$259,950$269,750
88240Hobbs, NM 8824018.8 mi87$30,127,230$315,000$346,290
79360Seminole, TX 7936026.8 mi85$31,106,005$290,000$365,953
79355Plains, TX 7935528.6 mi4$1,191,000$297,500$297,750
88267Tatum, NM 8826736.6 mi1$119,900$119,900$119,900
88252Jal, NM 8825247.2 mi3$344,250$114,750$114,750
79316Brownfield, TX 7931654.1 mi27$6,841,908$262,450$253,404
79372Sundown, TX 7937256.7 mi3$502,350$167,450$167,450
79346Morton, TX 7934660.6 mi1$215,000$215,000$215,000
79741Goldsmith, TX 7974163.2 mi1$238,350$211,750$238,350
79336Levelland, TX 7933669.5 mi56$12,867,288$189,900$229,773
79358Ropesville, TX 7935869.8 mi6$2,701,002$475,000$450,167

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HOBBS, NM 88242?

As of January 2026, there are 26 active listings in HOBBS, NM (zip code 88242), compared to 20 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HOBBS, NM 88242?

The median listing price in HOBBS, NM 88242 is $350,000 as of January 2026, a 3.4% decrease from $362,450 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in HOBBS, NM?

Homes in HOBBS, NM 88242 spend an average of 63 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 44 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HOBBS, NM 88242?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HOBBS, NM 88242 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 63 days on market compared to 44 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in HOBBS, NM?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HOBBS, NM 88242 save an estimated $7,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $350,000. 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.