Both new and pending listings rose in Houston during the week ended Oct. 2, according to the Weekly Activity Snapshot from the Houston Association of REALTORS®.

Realtors added 2,834 properties to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) during the week, a 4.1% increase over the volume added during the same week in 2022. New listings were also 7.8% higher than they were during the same week in 2019, prior to the pandemic.

Pending listings also saw a 0.7% increase during the week, with 1,908 properties going under contract. This is a potential indicator of a positive sales swing in the coming weeks and months.

Closings fell 8.4% year over year, with 2,150 homes sold compared to 2,346 a year prior.

Yet again, consumer interest in 2023 towers over that of 2022. Property showings and listing views on HAR.com were up 4.6% and 14.4%, respectively.