Central Texas housing market opens 2026 with ample listings, stable prices and renewed buyer momentum

Pending sales increased to 2,349 transactions, up 10.1% year over year and up more than 23% from December, signaling strengthening buyer demand as Central Texas approaches the spring homebuying season.  At the same time, months of inventory declined by nearly one month compared to last year, an indication that growing demand is absorbing new supply as it enters the market. Active listings remained relatively steady at 10,083 properties while the median home price held at $400,495, down 2.3% from January 2025. Together, the data points to a market environment where buyer demand is keeping pace with new listing activity.

Vaike O’Grady, market research advisor at Unlock MLS, “What we’re seeing now is a market that has moved out of an overheated phase and into one where supply, pricing and demand are interacting as expected. Instead of sharp year-over-year swings, inventory and pricing are moving within a consistent range, allowing the market to operate under more typical conditions. This kind of environment creates a more sustainable foundation for long-term growth across Central Texas.”

John Crowe, 2026 Unlock MLS and ABoR president, “Deals are still happening across Central Texas, but they’re taking more time and strategy to get across the finish line. Negotiations are more nuanced and pricing decisions matter more than they did in recent years. That’s where professional agents add real value by helping clients interpret the data, set realistic expectations and navigate transactions strategically as the market settles back into normal seasonal rhythms.”

You’ll find comprehensive information on the current market stats right here.  Additionally, for more details, feel free to explore www.abor.com.

If you would like to see a comparison to the Market Stats from January 2025, click here.

If you’re curious about markets beyond Austin, take a look at the Corpus Christi market.