Houston housing market snapshot: September 2026
A quick, sourced look at the Greater Houston single-family numbers for September 2026.
In September 2026, Greater Houston single-family homes sold for a median of $325,000, essentially flat from a year earlier, according to the Houston Association of Realtors (HAR). There were 7,030 sales (down 5.7%), homes took 58 days on average to sell, and inventory rose to 5.5 months. That points to a more balanced market where price and condition matter.
Details checked October 30, 2026. Rules, programs and numbers change, so verify with the source before you rely on them.These are metro-wide figures from the Houston Association of Realtors (HAR) monthly update for September 2026, released October 14, 2026. Your neighborhood may look different, so ask me for a local look.
The numbers
- $325,000 median single-family price
- 7,030 single-family sales, down 5.7% from a year earlier
- 58 days average time to sell
- 5.5 months of inventory
What it can mean
With a balanced market, price and condition matter. Homes priced well tend to draw attention early, while overpriced homes can sit. That is why I plan pricing with sellers before listing (see selling and pricing your home), and help buyers keep a little room to negotiate (see buying).
Source: Houston Association of Realtors monthly market update, September 2026. General information only; not a prediction.
Frequently asked questions
What was the median home price in Houston in September 2026?
$325,000 for single-family homes in Greater Houston, essentially unchanged from $325,990 a year earlier, per HAR.
Is Houston a buyer's or seller's market right now?
With 5.5 months of inventory, Houston is closer to balanced than a strong seller’s market. Individual neighborhoods and price ranges can differ.
How long do Houston homes take to sell?
Single-family homes averaged 58 days on the market in September 2026, up from 56 a year earlier, per HAR.
Sources
Checked October 30, 2026. Links go to the original publisher.
- Monthly Activity Snapshot, September 2026 (Houston Association of Realtors (HAR))Used for: Sales, median price, days on market, inventory.
What does this mean for your home?
Metro numbers are a starting point. Ask me for a local look at your neighborhood.
General information only, not legal, tax, financial, lending or insurance advice. Mr. Wright is a real estate sales agent, not a lender, attorney or tax adviser. No price, savings, approval or outcome is promised. Details as of October 30, 2026.
