Houston Home-Buying Trends
The Houston housing market is heating up. If you’ve been wondering whether now is the right time to buy, the numbers are pointing to opportunity. In June 2025, home sales jumped 12.5 percent, and active listings soared to nearly 38,713 homes, a 32 percent increase from last year. With 5.4 months of inventory, Houston has shifted into a balanced market. For buyers, this means more breathing room, more choices, and more negotiating power than we have seen in years.
Affordability is also showing signs of improvement. Mortgage rates dipped to 6.8 percent and home prices nudged down by 0.6 percent, putting the median home at $349,400. About 39 percent of households can now afford that price point, up from 37 percent last year. While certain zip codes, such as River Oaks, remain out of reach for many, overall affordability is moving in the right direction.
The luxury market is also buzzing with activity. High-end sales spiked by 64 percent at one point, with average home prices steady around $425,000. From gated estates in Katy to sleek Midtown townhomes, the upper tier of Houston real estate continues to thrive. For buyers, the combination of a balanced market, easing rates, and strong activity across all price points makes this an exciting time to make a move.
Numbers only tell half the story, though. Navigating neighborhoods, making smart offers, and spotting hidden gems requires experience. That is where Quiana Toliver of HEAT Realty steps in. Quiana brings a personal, education-first approach that helps clients feel confident every step of the way. She understands the trends, knows the neighborhoods, and guides buyers with both professionalism and care.
Houston’s market in 2025 is shaping up to be a sweet spot with steady prices, growing inventory, and opportunities for buyers to shop with confidence. Now is the time to explore!
Realtor®, HEAT Realty
(346) 254-4816
800 Town & Country Blvd., Ste 500, Houston, TX 77024
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