Current Market Data

Texas homes are staying on the market longer, but sales are still strong

Data suggests that the Texas real estate market is shifting towards buyer-friendly conditions.

NAR: Existing-home sales post 12th monthly decline in January, as prices rise again 

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.32% as of Feb. 16, up from 6.12% a week before and 3.92% a year earlier. 

Average apartment size shrinks across the country but grows slightly in Houston

The average size of new apartments across the country has decreased by 30 square feet year over year, according to a new report from RentCafe.

While homebuying season may feel calmer, Zillow says expect competition

According to a new analysis from Zillow, there will still be competition for affordably-priced houses this homebuying season.

Mortgage applications decline after rate increase 

The pace of mortgage applications fell 7.7% in the week ended Feb. 10, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported. 

HAR: New listings take slight dip

The Houston Association of REALTORS® Weekly Activity Snapshot shows that new listings trailed behind 2022 levels during the week ended Feb. 13.

Builder confidence jumps in February 

Builder confidence rose for the second consecutive month in February with a seven-point increase that brought it to its highest level since last September, the National Association of Home Builders said. 

As spring market approaches, Houston buyers are getting more for their money

With the spring housing market just around the corner, homebuyers are getting more for their money as their mortgage payments are stretching further than they have in recent months.

Dallas, Austin and Houston among the best cities for multifamily investment

Three Texas metros have been named among the best cities in the U.S. for multifamily real estate investment in the first half of 2023, according to CONTI Capital.

The 10 most expensive homes sold in Houston in January

The Houston Association of REALTORS® latest report of the most expensive homes sold in Houston details the 10 priciest closed sales during the months of January.

New listings up 6% in the fifth week of 2023

New listings have made a slight year-over-year increase, according to the Houston Association of REALTORS® Weekly Activity Snapshot.

HAR’s January 2023 Market Update shows promise for buyers

HAR’s January 2023 market update indicates several positive signs for potential homebuyers in the coming year.

ATTOM: Nearly half of all US properties considered equity-rich

Forty-eight percent of mortgaged homes were equity rich in the fourth quarter of last year.

MBA: Mortgage applications jump on lower rates

The 30-year fixed rate fell for the fifth week in a row, giving a lift to lending activity, the Mortgage Bankers Association said. 

Multigenerational homebuying nears all-time high

Multigenerational homes are defined by NAR as homes where families live under the same roof with grandparents, adult children or other extended family members.

These Houston-area cities have the most expensive homes

Bellaire, Tiki Island and Fulshear top the list, according to Stacker.

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