Houston Real Estate Market Data

What the Numbers Mean

The Houston housing market remains one of the most active in the country. With a diverse economy anchored by energy, healthcare, aerospace, and technology, the metro area continues to attract buyers from across the nation.

Active inventory and days on market tell you whether buyers or sellers have leverage. When inventory rises above 4 months of supply and DOM climbs, buyers gain negotiating power. Below 3 months, sellers control the pace.

Houston is unique because MUD (Municipal Utility District) taxes can add 1% to 3% to your effective tax rate in newer subdivisions. Factor this into your monthly payment calculations, not just the sale price.

Why This Data Matters

Most market data pages show you numbers without context. This dashboard gives you the metrics that actually drive buying and selling decisions in Houston.

• Median sale price tells you what homes actually close at, not asking prices
• Active inventory reveals how much competition you face as a buyer
• Days on market shows how fast homes are moving in each area
• Mortgage rates directly impact your purchasing power and monthly cost

As both a licensed real estate broker and mortgage broker, Ben Helstein uses this exact data to help clients time their purchases and structure their financing. The numbers here inform real strategy, not just curiosity.