Is Sutherland Springs, TX 78161 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Sutherland Springs is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 0% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The Sutherland Springs housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Sutherland Springs, TX 78161 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 60 days and there were 3.2 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold more slowly (27 days then) and the median sale price rose 79% to $389,831. Overall, Sutherland Springs is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Wilson County, homes here sell faster than in 80% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Stockdale 78160 (100% sold over asking) and La Vernia 78121 (11% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Sutherland Springs real estate
Is Sutherland Springs a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Sutherland Springs, TX 78161 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 Sutherland Springs?
The typical home went under contract in 60 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Sutherland Springs sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.7% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Sutherland Springs?
About 1.22% of a home’s value a year in Wilson County, or roughly $4,880 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Sutherland Springs?
The median sale price was $389,831 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $249 per square foot.
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