Is Houston, TX 77012 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Houston housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 8% of homes in Houston, TX 77012 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 113 days and there were 6.4 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. That’s based on 13 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold more slowly (13 days then) and the median sale price fell 22% to $207,910. Overall, Houston is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Within Harris County, homes here sell more slowly than in 99% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 79%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Houston 77081 (0% sold over asking) or Houston 77076 (0% sold over asking), while Houston 77005 (31% sold over asking) and Webster 77598 (29% sold over asking) are even more competitive.