Is Gatesville a buyer's or seller's market right now?

Gatesville is currently a buyer's market with 8.3 months of supply. 33.3% of homes sell above asking price, and 11.1% go pending within two weeks. The Ridley Sell Score for Gatesville is 40/100 (Cooling), based on 7 real-time market signals including inventory, pricing trends, and buyer demand.

What's the median home price in Gatesville?

The median home price in Gatesville is $235,250, up 78.8% year-over-year. The median price per square foot is $135. Homes sell in a median of 163 days with a sale-to-list ratio of 95.7%.

How much does it cost to sell a home in Gatesville, Texas?

On a $235,250 home in Gatesville, a traditional listing agent charges around $7,058 (3% commission). Add buyer agent commission (3%), closing costs (1–2%), and you could spend $18,820 or more. With Ridley Essentials ($999) you save $6,059, and with Ridley Pro ($3,499) you save $3,559 while getting full agent support.

How does Ridley's flat fee compare to a traditional Gatesville agent?

A traditional Gatesville listing agent typically charges 3% of the sale price — about $7,058 on a $235,250 home. Ridley offers two flat-fee plans: Essentials ($999) with MLS listing, marketing tools, and self-service support, or Pro ($3,499) with a dedicated licensed agent. That saves you $6,059–$3,559 compared to a traditional agent.

How long does it take to sell a home in Gatesville?

The median home in Gatesville currently spends 163 days on the market before going under contract, up 85% from last year. 11.1% of homes go pending within two weeks. At a 95.7% sale-to-list ratio, sellers are seeing some negotiation. Only 18% of listings see a price drop, suggesting sellers can hold firm on pricing.

Do I need a real estate agent to sell in Texas?

No. Texas does not require you to use a real estate agent to sell your home. You can sell independently (FSBO) or use a flat-fee service like Ridley that gives you MLS access, professional tools, and expert support at a fraction of the traditional commission. On a $235,250 home, that could save you up to $3,559.

What's included with Ridley Essentials and Pro?

Ridley offers two plans in Texas. Essentials ($999) includes MLS listing distribution, professional listing tools, marketing materials, and self-service support. Pro ($3,499) includes everything in Essentials plus a dedicated licensed agent partner, expert pricing consultation, offer review and negotiation support, contract and deadline management, and full closing coordination. Both save significantly vs. the traditional $7,058 commission.

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Is Now a Good Time to Sell in Gatesville, Texas?

The median home in Gatesville sells for $235,250 with prices up 78.8% year-over-year. The average seller pays $7,058 in commissions — Ridley’s flat fee saves you $3,559.

Gatesville Real Estate Market Conditions — April 2026

40out of 100

Ridley Sell Score

How it's scored →

Cooling

40/100

The market is shifting — strategic pricing and presentation matter more.

What this means for sellers

The Gatesville market is cooling, and sellers need to be strategic. Homes are taking longer to sell — be patient and avoid chasing the market down. Invest in staging and professional photography to differentiate your listing. Flexibility on terms can make the difference in attracting serious buyers.

Inventory TightnessFavors buyers

8.3 months of supply — above the 5-month balanced threshold, giving buyers more options. Texas average is 6.5.

Price MomentumFavors sellers

Prices up 78.8% year-over-year — vs. +6.6% statewide.

Seller LeverageFavors buyers

Homes selling at 95.7% of asking — buyers are negotiating 4.3% below list. Texas average is 96.4%.

Bidding ActivityFavors sellers

33.3% of homes selling above list price — 258% above the Texas average of 9.3%.

Sale SpeedFavors buyers

163 median days on market — 45 days slower than the Texas average.

Market UrgencyFavors buyers

11.1% of listings go pending within 2 weeks — vs. 13.5% statewide.

Price StabilityNeutral

18% of listings have dropped their price. Texas average is 22%.

Score based on 7 real-time market signals. Updated with latest available data.

How it works →

Median Sale Price

The midpoint price of all homes sold in the past month. Half sold for more, half for less.

$235,250

+78.8%

Days on Market

How long the typical home sits on the market before going under contract. Lower is better for sellers.

163

+85%

Price per Sq Ft

Average cost per square foot of living space. Useful for comparing homes of different sizes.

$135

Sale-to-List Ratio

How close homes sell to their asking price. Above 100% means bidding wars; below means negotiation room.

95.7%

Months of Supply

How long it would take to sell all current listings at the current pace. Under 3 months favors sellers; over 6 favors buyers.

8.3

Buyer’s market

Competitiveness

Overall market competition based on offers per listing, days on market, and sale-to-list ratio.

Not Very Competitive

Sold Above List

Percentage of homes that sold for more than their list price.

33.3%

Moderate demand

Price Drops

Percentage of active listings that had a price reduction.

18%

Well-priced market

Pending in 2 Weeks

Percentage of listings that went under contract within 14 days.

11.1%

Slower pace

12-Month Price Trend

$202,500 → $235,250

▲16.2%

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Data updated April 2026

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Your savings

How much can you save selling your home in Gatesville?

The average Gatesville homeowner saves $3,559 by selling with Ridley instead of paying the traditional 3% listing commission on a $235,250 home.

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That could furnish your new living room — save 1.5% of your home value

Your Gatesville home value

$235,250

$50,000$10M

Traditional Agent (3%)

$7,058

Ridley Pro (flat fee)

$3,499

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Cost comparison

How much does it cost to sell a house in Gatesville?

The total cost to sell a house in Gatesville in 2026 ranges from $999 with Ridley Essentials to approximately $7,058 with a traditional 3% commission on a $235,250 home.

	Traditional Agent	Best valueRidley Pro	Ridley Essentials	FSBO
Listing fee	$7,058	$3,499	$999	$0
Buyer agent	$6,5872.8% avg	$4,705~2% avg	$4,705~2% avg	$6,5872.8% avg
Closing costs (~1.5%)	$3,529	$3,529	$3,529	$3,529
Total cost	$17,174	$11,733	$9,233	$10,116
Net proceeds	$218,076	$223,517	$226,017	$225,134
You save	—	$5,441	$7,941	$7,058No support