Is Hamlin, TX 79520 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Hamlin is a balanced market. With about 4.8 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The Hamlin housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Hamlin, TX 79520 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 158 days and there were 4.8 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is 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 fell from 25%, homes sold more slowly (36 days then) and the median sale price rose 43% to $206,411. Overall, Hamlin is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Jones County, homes here sell more slowly, and less often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Abilene 79601 (28% sold over asking) and Anson 79501 (17% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Abilene 79601Seller’s market $178 /sq ftAnson 79501Seller’s market $117 /sq ftAvoca 79503 — /sq ftHawley 79525Buyer’s market $225 /sq ft Browse all markets →Towns like Hamlin nearby
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Questions about Hamlin real estate
Is Hamlin a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 4.8 months of supply in Hamlin, TX 79520 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 Hamlin?
The typical home went under contract in 158 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Hamlin sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 100.0% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Hamlin?
About 1.59% of a home’s value a year in Jones County, or roughly $6,360 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Hamlin?
The median sale price was $206,411 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $103 per square foot.
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