Houston Housing Market Update September 2025: Trends & Insights
Houston Homes Adam Elliott October 22, 2025
Houston Homes Adam Elliott October 22, 2025
The Greater Houston real estate market continued its steady climb through September, marking the fifth consecutive month of rising home sales. With prices moderating and inventory levels stabilizing, buyers and sellers alike are finding more balance in today’s market.
According to the Houston Association of Realtors (HAR), single-family home sales increased 5.3% year-over-year, with 7,399 homes sold compared to 7,025 in September 2024. Pending sales—newly signed purchase contracts—also surged 11.2%, highlighting continued buyer confidence heading into the final months of the year.
Across all property types, total transactions reached 8,686 units, up 5.0% from last year, generating more than $3.5 billion in total sales volume—a 6.8% increase year-over-year.
September brought the lowest median home price since February, giving buyers a bit of relief. The median price dipped 2.1% to $327,000, while the average price inched up 2.0% to $421,655, driven by increased activity in the luxury segment.
For the typical buyer putting 20% down, monthly principal and interest payments averaged $1,627, which is $143 less than May—a welcome change for affordability.
Active listings remain elevated, providing more choices for buyers. Single-family inventory rose 28.5% year-over-year to 38,552 homes, though slightly down from August.
The months of inventory expanded from 4.3 to 5.2 months, a healthy sign of balance compared to the national average of 4.6 months.
Homes spent an average of 55 days on market, up just slightly from 52 days last year.
Here’s how the September 2025 numbers looked across different price points:
| Price Range | Year-Over-Year Change | Transactions |
|---|---|---|
| $1 – $99,999 | +20.2% | 107 |
| $100,000 – $149,999 | +35.9% | 178 |
| $150,000 – $249,999 | +25.1% | 1,484 |
| $250,000 – $499,999 | –1.3% | 4,113 |
| $500,000 – $999,999 | +3.7% | 1,182 |
| $1M and above | +27.3% | 331 |
Homes between $250K–$499K—the most common price bracket—accounted for over 55% of all sales despite a small decline in activity. Every other segment experienced growth, underscoring the market’s diversity and resilience.
Houston’s attached housing sector also saw improvement. Townhome and condo sales rose 4.0% year-over-year, totaling 414 units sold.
Prices, however, reflected moderation:
Median price: $230,000 (↓4.4%)
Average price: $273,890 (↓4.9%)
Inventory jumped 31.9% to 3,428 units, raising months of supply from 5.7 to 8.2 months—giving buyers more leverage and selection.
Lower mortgage rates have clearly helped fuel buyer activity. HAR Chair Shae Cottar noted,
“The past few months have brought lower mortgage rates, and it has helped boost buyer confidence. We are mindful that economic uncertainty and the current government shutdown could impact the market in the weeks ahead—particularly since new National Flood Insurance Program policies cannot be issued right now. Even so, I believe the market is heading into the final months of 2025 on more balanced footing.”
With Houston moving into a more sustainable rhythm, both buyers and sellers stand to benefit from these improved conditions. Buyers have more options and better affordability, while sellers are still seeing steady activity and competitive pricing across most price ranges.
✅ Single-family home sales: ↑ 5.3% year-over-year
🕒 Days on Market: 55 (up from 52)
💲 Median price: ↓ 2.1% to $327,000
💵 Average price: ↑ 2.0% to $421,655
🏘 Inventory: 5.2 months supply (up from 4.3 months)
🏢 Townhome/Condo sales: ↑ 4.0% to 414 units
📉 Townhome/Condo median price: ↓ 4.4% to $230,000
💰 Total property sales: ↑ 5.0% to 8,686 units
💵 Total dollar volume: ↑ 6.8% to $3.5B
As Houston’s housing market transitions toward balance, opportunities exist for both sides of the table. If you’re a buyer, easing prices and stabilized interest rates could make this fall a great time to explore your options. For sellers, steady demand and a strong mid-range segment continue to drive healthy competition.
Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing, our team at The Link Property Group is here to help you navigate Houston’s evolving market with confidence.
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