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HOBBS, NM 88242

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

Market Analysis

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

The HOBBS, NM real estate market (88242) currently shows 27 active listings, with 22 pending sales. Homes are averaging 34 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 34 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 70.6% year-over-year, from $364,000 to $620,955.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
27
⇧ 58.8% vs 17 last year
Pending
22
81% pending ratio
Median Price
$620,955
⇧ 70.6% vs $364,000 last year
Average Price
$799,818
⇧ 65.5% vs $483,300 last year
Days on Market
34
⇩ 48.5% vs 66 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$252
⇧ 46.5% vs $172/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,519 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 27 this year vs 17 last year
  • Days on market: 34 now vs 66 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $620,955 (+70.6% YoY)
  • Average: $799,818 (+65.5% 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
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 69.8 miles — 345 listings ($112,106,700 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
88242Hobbs, NM 882420.0 mi25$13,530,125$364,750$541,205
79323Denver City, TX 7932317.7 mi25$6,819,650$274,975$272,786
88240Hobbs, NM 8824018.8 mi100$34,256,300$317,475$342,563
79360Seminole, TX 7936026.8 mi87$30,704,562$277,125$352,926
79355Plains, TX 7935528.6 mi3$945,999$350,000$315,333
88267Tatum, NM 8826736.6 mi1$119,900$119,900$119,900
88252Jal, NM 8825247.2 mi3$328,875$109,625$109,625
79316Brownfield, TX 7931654.1 mi31$7,525,715$256,900$242,765
88232Hagerman, NM 8823260.2 mi3$749,850$249,950$249,950
79346Morton, TX 7934660.6 mi1$215,000$215,000$215,000
79741Goldsmith, TX 7974163.2 mi2$292,500$146,250$146,250
79336Levelland, TX 7933669.5 mi56$13,360,144$189,950$238,574
79358Ropesville, TX 7935869.8 mi8$3,258,080$385,000$407,260

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 27 active listings in HOBBS, NM (zip code 88242), compared to 17 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in HOBBS, NM 88242 is $620,955 as of March 2026, a 70.6% increase from $364,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOBBS, NM 88242 spend an average of 34 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 66 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 March 2026, HOBBS, NM 88242 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 34 days on market compared to 66 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 $12,419 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $620,955. 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.