Is Taft, TX 78390 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Taft is a buyer’s market. With about 17.6 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Taft housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 25% of homes in Taft, TX 78390 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 35 days and there were 17.6 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 4 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 50%, homes sold faster (56 days then) and the median sale price fell 21% to $157,382. Overall, Taft is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within San Patricio 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 Aransas Pass 78336 (6% sold over asking) or Sinton 78387 (6% sold over asking).
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Questions about Taft real estate
Is Taft a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 17.6 months of supply in Taft, TX 78390 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 Taft?
The typical home went under contract in 35 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Taft sell over asking?
25% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.5% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Taft?
About 1.49% of a home’s value a year in San Patricio County, or roughly $5,960 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Taft?
The median sale price was $157,382 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $130 per square foot.
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