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HOUSTON, TX 77008

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Harris County
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 77008

Greater Heights · Houston Heights (The Heights) · Lazy Brook (Timbergrove) · Shady Acres

Market Analysis

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

The HOUSTON, TX real estate market (77008) currently shows 336 active listings, with 81 pending sales. Homes are averaging 38 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.4% year-over-year, from $633,175 to $599,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 38,496  ·  Density: 2,293.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $140,609

Typical home value: $553,529  ·  Homeownership: 61.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
336
vs 336 last year
Pending
81
24% pending ratio
Median Price
$599,000
⇩ 5.4% vs $633,175 last year
Average Price
$727,006
⇩ 3.2% vs $751,271 last year
Days on Market
38
vs 38 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$275
⇩ 5.5% vs $291/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,277 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 38 now vs 38 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $599,000 (-5.4% YoY)
  • Average: $727,006 (-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
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 6.4 miles — 2,464 listings ($1,760,570,223 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
77008Houston, TX 770080.0 mi300$217,480,800$593,760$724,936
77018Houston, TX 770182.0 mi300$242,300,400$499,000$807,668
77019Houston, TX 770193.2 mi151$343,487,250$1,079,000$2,274,750
77091Houston, TX 770914.0 mi375$120,956,625$339,900$322,551
77002Houston, TX 770024.3 mi69$23,499,123$320,000$340,567
77098Houston, TX 770984.4 mi82$88,484,478$875,000$1,079,079
77055Houston, TX 770554.5 mi261$206,357,823$599,995$790,643
77056Houston, TX 770564.6 mi202$215,888,106$429,900$1,068,753
77076Houston, TX 770764.7 mi58$15,826,054$273,000$272,863
77003Houston, TX 770035.5 mi126$54,123,804$400,000$429,554
77057Houston, TX 770575.6 mi250$108,705,750$254,900$434,823
77004Houston, TX 770046.0 mi244$111,238,868$423,450$455,897
77093Houston, TX 770936.4 mi46$12,221,142$235,000$265,677

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HOUSTON, TX 77008?

As of February 2026, there are 336 active listings in HOUSTON, TX (zip code 77008), compared to 336 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HOUSTON, TX 77008?

The median listing price in HOUSTON, TX 77008 is $599,000 as of February 2026, a 5.4% decrease from $633,175 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOUSTON, TX 77008 spend an average of 38 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 38 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HOUSTON, TX 77008?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, HOUSTON, TX 77008 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to 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 77008 save an estimated $11,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $599,000. 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.