The fastest-growing Texas ZIP was 77441in Fulshear, which grew from 2,100 housing units in 2014 to over 10,600 units in 2023 — a 390.8% increase.

A 15,000-square-foot River Oaks mansion was the most expensive home sold in greater Houston in April.

The median-existing sales price for all housing types rose 0.9% year over year to $417,700, its 34th consecutive increase. 

While the 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 6.18%, the median home price decreased 1.7% year over year to $331,500.

Nationally, home sales in the 50 metro areas surveyed by REMAX posted their largest monthly gain in three years, increasing 31.6%. 

A brand-new Southlake estate listed for nearly $24 million tops the April ranking of the most expensive new listings in Texas.

The 2026 spring housing market is neither surging nor stalled, but moving forward as both buyers and sellers adjust their expectations.

Sales increased 177.1% year over year, representing the largest annual jump of any Houston-area community. Huffman previously ranked No. 11 in the fourth quarter of 2025.

That timeline is typical for a family saving 15% of their income, assuming a 15% down payment.

Boomers made up 42% of all homebuyers during the period from July 2024 to June 2025, unchanged from the same time a year prior. Millennials lost market share, making up 26% of buyers, down 3% year over year.

The average monthly payment on an outstanding home loan reached $2,005 in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to Realtor.com’s latest data based on FHFA figures.

A 7,823-square-foot mansion in the Rice/Museum District tops the March ranking of the 10 most expensive homes sold in greater Houston.

In Houston, renters spend a median 22.7% of their income on housing — anything less than 30% is considered affordable — allowing flexibility to save for a down payment.

All 10 of the priciest new listings in Texas are located in the Dallas area, including homes in Westlake, Southlake, Highland Park and Flower Mound.

Nationally, home sales in the 51 metro areas surveyed by REMAX declined 3.2% year over year and rose 11.1% month over month. 

Though the most lucrative week to list varies by city and region, spring is undoubtedly the smartest season to list.