Is Texas a buyer's or seller's market in March 2026?

Texas is currently a buyer's market with an average of 15.2 months of supply across 70 cities. The average Ridley Sell Score for Texas is 24/100 (Emerging). The hottest market is Abilene with a score of 66/100.

What is the average home price in Texas?

The average median home price across 70 Texas cities is $394,007. Homes sell in an average of 85 days with a 96.3% sale-to-list ratio. The average seller pays $11,820 in traditional commissions — Ridley's flat fee saves an average of $8,321.

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

The average traditional commission in Texas is $11,820 on a $394,007 home. With Ridley Essentials ($999) or Ridley Pro ($3,499), Texas sellers save an average of $8,321 compared to a traditional listing agent.

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. On the average Texas home ($394,007), that could save you up to $8,321.

What are the hottest housing markets in Texas?

Based on the Ridley Sell Score, the top markets in Texas right now are: 1. Abilene (66/100), 2. Grapevine (61/100), 3. Flower Mound (58/100), 4. Mesquite (55/100), 5. Cypress (55/100). These cities have the strongest combination of low inventory, high demand, and fast sales.

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Is Now a Good Time to Sell in Texas?

A buyer-friendly market — Ridley's flat fee helps you keep more equity. The average home sells for $394,007 in 85 days — Ridley saves Texas sellers an average of $8,321.

Texas Real Estate Market Conditions — March 2026

24out of 100

Ridley Sell Score

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Emerging

24/100

A buyer-friendly market — Ridley's flat fee helps you keep more equity.

What this means for sellers

Texas is currently a buyer's market, and sellers should plan accordingly. Expect longer days on market and more price negotiation. The best strategy is to price competitively from day one, invest in presentation, and be open to concessions. Sellers who are patient and realistic about pricing can still close — and Ridley's flat fee means more of the sale price stays in your pocket.

Inventory TightnessFavors buyers

15.2 months of supply — above the 5-month balanced threshold, giving buyers more options.

Price MomentumFavors buyers

Prices down 1.8% year-over-year.

Seller LeverageFavors buyers

Homes selling at 96.3% of asking — buyers are negotiating 3.7% below list.

Bidding ActivityFavors buyers

9.9% of homes selling above list price.

Sale SpeedFavors buyers

84.5 median days on market.

Market UrgencyFavors buyers

18.3% of listings go pending within 2 weeks.