Is Houston, AR 72070 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Houston is a buyer’s market. With about 16 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Houston housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 50% of homes in Houston, AR 72070 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 20 days and there were 16 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 2 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold faster (91 days then) and the median sale price fell 25% to $192,417. Overall, Houston is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Perry County, homes here sell faster, and more often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Perry 72125 (0% sold over asking) or Casa 72025 (0% sold over asking).
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Questions about Houston real estate
Is Houston a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 16 months of supply in Houston, AR 72070 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Houston?
The typical home went under contract in 20 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Houston sell over asking?
50% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 101.6% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Houston?
About 0.49% of a home’s value a year in Perry County, or roughly $1,960 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Houston?
The median sale price was $192,417 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $128 per square foot.
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