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HOBBS, NM 88242

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

Market Analysis

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

The HOBBS, NM real estate market (88242) currently shows 25 active listings, with 18 pending sales. Homes are averaging 79 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 79 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.1% year-over-year, from $360,900 to $364,750.

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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
25
⇧ 19% vs 21 last year
Pending
18
72% pending ratio
Median Price
$364,750
⇧ 1.1% vs $360,900 last year
Average Price
$541,205
⇧ 22% vs $443,429 last year
Days on Market
79
⇧ 113.5% vs 37 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$185
⇧ 9.5% vs $169/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,240 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 25 this year vs 21 last year
  • Days on market: 79 now vs 37 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $364,750 (+1.1% YoY)
  • Average: $541,205 (+22% 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 — 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 February 2026, there are 25 active listings in HOBBS, NM (zip code 88242), compared to 21 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in HOBBS, NM 88242 is $364,750 as of February 2026, a 1.1% increase from $360,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in HOBBS, NM 88242 spend an average of 79 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 37 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 February 2026, HOBBS, NM 88242 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 79 days on market compared to 37 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 $7,295 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $364,750. 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.