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HOUSTON, TX 77005

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Harris County
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 77005

Belle Court · College Court Place · Colonial Terrace · Cunningham Terrace · Monticello · Museum District · Pemberton · Rice Court · Rice Village (Rice Court) · Sunset Terrace · University Place (South Grove) · Upper Kirby (Greenway) · Virginia Court · West University Place (West University)

Market Analysis

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

The HOUSTON, TX real estate market (77005) currently shows 97 active listings, with 28 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.8% year-over-year, from $1,734,500 to $1,598,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 28,470  ·  Density: 2,871.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $213,059

Typical home value: $1,297,240  ·  Homeownership: 72.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
97
⇧ 4.3% vs 93 last year
Pending
28
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,598,750
⇩ 7.8% vs $1,734,500 last year
Average Price
$1,705,303
⇩ 19.9% vs $2,129,396 last year
Days on Market
52
⇧ 8.3% vs 48 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$503
⇩ 2.5% vs $516/sqft last year
Median Home Size
3,189 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 97 this year vs 93 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 48 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,598,750 (-7.8% YoY)
  • Average: $1,705,303 (-19.9% 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
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 5.9 miles — 1,748 listings ($1,536,986,308 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77005Houston, TX 770050.0 mi96$188,921,280$1,672,500$1,967,930
77098Houston, TX 770981.3 mi82$88,484,478$875,000$1,079,079
77027Houston, TX 770272.0 mi112$129,914,512$674,500$1,159,951
77401Bellaire, TX 774012.5 mi47$65,740,263$1,375,000$1,398,729
77019Houston, TX 770192.5 mi151$343,487,250$1,079,000$2,274,750
77056Houston, TX 770563.4 mi202$215,888,106$429,900$1,068,753
77004Houston, TX 770043.6 mi244$111,238,868$423,450$455,897
77021Houston, TX 770214.3 mi241$80,087,674$327,450$332,314
77002Houston, TX 770024.4 mi69$23,499,123$320,000$340,567
77010Houston, TX 770104.6 mi3$1,334,850$448,000$444,950
77003Houston, TX 770035.2 mi126$54,123,804$400,000$429,554
77008Houston, TX 770085.6 mi300$217,480,800$593,760$724,936
77074Houston, TX 770745.9 mi75$16,785,300$175,000$223,804

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HOUSTON, TX 77005?

As of February 2026, there are 97 active listings in HOUSTON, TX (zip code 77005), compared to 93 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HOUSTON, TX 77005?

The median listing price in HOUSTON, TX 77005 is $1,598,750 as of February 2026, a 7.8% decrease from $1,734,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOUSTON, TX 77005 spend an average of 52 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 48 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HOUSTON, TX 77005?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, HOUSTON, TX 77005 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HOUSTON, TX 77005 save an estimated $31,975 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,598,750. 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.