Veterans United in
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX
The Houston housing market in March has weakened compared to last year with the median home price around $349,900 — down 2.5% from last year. Homes for sale in Houston* now spend an average of 66 days on the market, and nearly 24% sell below asking price, giving buyers more negotiating power.
Just a few of the 779,033 Veterans we've helped get into homes.
8,780 Veterans in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX area alone!
Based on Veterans United and Veterans United Realty's internal data.
Andrey P. | U.S. Marine Corps
Ashley G. | U.S. Navy
Brett E. | U.S. Army
Jylene M. | U.S. Navy
Karl M. | U.S. Army
Johnny M. | U.S. Army
Santonio W. | U.S. Navy
Houston Metro Housing Market in February 2026
Median Days on Market
66 days
Homes are staying on the market 3.13% longer than last month.
Average Listing Price
$476,551
Average home prices are down 0.76% since last month.
Active Listings
29,683 homes
Number of houses on the market are down 5.32% since last month.
Homes in the Houston region sell at a moderate pace.
24% of listings reduced price last month.
8,636
New listings
Up 29% from last month
29,683
Active listings
Down 5.3% from last month
VA Loan Market Share
8% of originations last year were VA loans.
8,301
Sold last year
1/13
Were VA loans
Houston Area
Own vs Rent Trends
A higher share of owner-occupied homes often reflects stronger long-term ties to the community, since homeowners are more likely to stay in one place and invest in their neighborhoods. By contrast, areas with a larger renter population may be more transient, offering flexibility but sometimes less stability in housing markets.
It could also be an indication of market health, as affordable markets often have higher owner-occupancy rates.
The home listing price-to-income ratio in the Houston area is 4.4
The ratio compares how expensive homes are in Houston relative to household income. A higher ratio means homes cost more compared to what people earn.
A healthy price-to-income ratio is generally around 3 times your household's annual income (or less), but higher ratios can be sustainable depending on your rate, DTI, and more.
Median Home Prices by Neighborhood in the Houston Region
This section breaks down median home prices by neighborhood. Use these insights to see where housing costs trend higher or lower, and to better understand the market at the zip code level.
The Houston metro median income is $79,463.
Explore Houston Area Neighborhoods
See how median home prices in individual Houston neighborhoods compare to the overall metro median.
View this chart to learn about the median listing price and the number of active listings in Houston over time.
Month
Apr 2022
May 2022
Jun 2022
Jul 2022
Aug 2022
Sep 2022
Oct 2022
Nov 2022
Dec 2022
Jan 2023
Feb 2023
Mar 2023
Apr 2023
May 2023
Jun 2023
Jul 2023
Aug 2023
Sep 2023
Oct 2023
Nov 2023
Dec 2023
Jan 2024
Feb 2024
Mar 2024
Apr 2024
May 2024
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Mar 2025
Apr 2025
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Jun 2025
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Aug 2025
Sep 2025
Oct 2025
Nov 2025
Dec 2025
Jan 2026
Listing Price
$389,659
$397,950
$398,750
$389,990
$382,495
$375,495
$369,000
$362,745
$359,900
$354,638
$358,250
$360,831
$372,000
$375,000
$378,650
$376,000
$374,950
$369,990
$369,383
$365,000
$359,900
$359,000
$359,990
$362,675
$369,900
$370,000
$372,900
$374,938
$375,000
$370,000
$369,450
$365,000
$361,405
$359,000
$358,000
$365,000
$369,900
$372,500
$374,925
$370,000
$365,000
$359,950
$358,000
$354,999
$350,000
$349,900
Month
Apr 2022
May 2022
Jun 2022
Jul 2022
Aug 2022
Sep 2022
Oct 2022
Nov 2022
Dec 2022
Jan 2023
Feb 2023
Mar 2023
Apr 2023
May 2023
Jun 2023
Jul 2023
Aug 2023
Sep 2023
Oct 2023
Nov 2023
Dec 2023
Jan 2024
Feb 2024
Mar 2024
Apr 2024
May 2024
Jun 2024
Jul 2024
Aug 2024
Sep 2024
Oct 2024
Nov 2024
Dec 2024
Jan 2025
Feb 2025
Mar 2025
Apr 2025
May 2025
Jun 2025
Jul 2025
Aug 2025
Sep 2025
Oct 2025
Nov 2025
Dec 2025
Jan 2026
Active Listings
11,034
12,671
14,921
18,446
20,156
20,469
20,844
21,230
20,162
18,699
17,766
17,407
17,137
17,318
18,393
19,673
20,110
20,808
21,752
22,095
21,529
20,401
20,655
21,518
22,668
23,993
25,789
26,641
26,547
27,052
27,475
27,609
26,614
25,879
26,655
28,302
30,583
32,712
34,226
35,273
35,151
34,077
33,947
33,764
31,350
29,683
Median Days on Market
Days on Market
This chart shows the median days on market for active listings over time. In other words: how quickly homes move in the market. A declining rate means rising competition among buyers, while an increase means listings are sitting longer.
Month
Apr 2022
May 2022
Jun 2022
Jul 2022
Aug 2022
Sep 2022
Oct 2022
Nov 2022
Dec 2022
Jan 2023
Feb 2023
Mar 2023
Apr 2023
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Jun 2023
Jul 2023
Aug 2023
Sep 2023
Oct 2023
Nov 2023
Dec 2023
Jan 2024
Feb 2024
Mar 2024
Apr 2024
May 2024
Jun 2024
Jul 2024
Aug 2024
Sep 2024
Oct 2024
Nov 2024
Dec 2024
Jan 2025
Feb 2025
Mar 2025
Apr 2025
May 2025
Jun 2025
Jul 2025
Aug 2025
Sep 2025
Oct 2025
Nov 2025
Dec 2025
Jan 2026
Median Days on Market
36
33
32
34
38
46
49
52
60
65
55
49
44
41
40
40
42
44
46
50
56
59
48
43
43
38
40
46
51
48
50
52
59
62
54
45
44
44
46
50
51
56
57
57
64
66
Market Hotness Score
Market Hotness
Based on Realtor.com's Market Hotness Index, this measure reflects how competitive the housing market is by comparing buyer demand with available inventory. Rising hotness scores point to more competition, while declining scores signal cooling conditions.
Month
Apr 2022
May 2022
Jun 2022
Jul 2022
Aug 2022
Sep 2022
Oct 2022
Nov 2022
Dec 2022
Jan 2023
Feb 2023
Mar 2023
Apr 2023
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Jan 2025
Feb 2025
Mar 2025
Apr 2025
May 2025
Jun 2025
Jul 2025
Aug 2025
Sep 2025
Oct 2025
Nov 2025
Dec 2025
Jan 2026
Hotness Score
12.2074
13.5452
19.8997
23.913
29.5987
23.7458
23.4114
25.9197
32.4415
38.4615
35.2843
28.7625
26.2542
23.0769
25.0836
26.9231
25.5853
25.9197
24.7492
25.9197
32.2742
38.4615
35.786
30.9365
23.913
22.9097
20.903
21.0702
18.8963
28.7625
27.7592
31.9398
36.1204
38.9632
35.2843
31.9398
26.2542
24.5819
27.7592
28.4281
29.7659
27.592
28.0936
31.4381
34.7826
37.7926
Pending Homes-for-Sale %
Percentage of Homes Sold per Month
This chart shows the percentage of homes that sold each month, highlighting buyer demand and long-term market trends. In most markets, around 20% of listings selling each month is considered balanced. Higher percentages point to a strong sellers' market, while lower percentages indicate more favorable conditions for buyers.
Largest overall VA lender (purchase and refinance) for seven of the last ten years.
More VA purchase loans than any other lender for the past 10 consecutive years
Over the last six years, Veterans United made more VA purchase loans than USAA, Navy Federal Credit Union, Rocket Mortgage, Wells Fargo and Freedom Mortgage combined.
Neighborhoods like Tomball, Cypress, Conroe and Katy have stood out for VA buyers in the Houston area thanks to their proximity to VA medical care, entertainment and strong Veteran communities. Stay competitive by doing your homework, and make sure you find a home you can afford. Preparation makes all the difference.
Manu D.Veterans United Network Realty Agent
Houston is a big, diverse market. A buyers should know how much of a difference it makes to work with an agent and lender who truly understand the VA process and state-level veteran benefits. That expertise can be the difference between a smooth closing and a stressful one.
Julie R.Veterans United Network Realty Agent
1-800-985-5723 | 1512 Heriford Road, Columbia, MO 65202. Not affiliated with any government agency including the VA. Missouri Licensed Real Estate Brokerage; for license information, visit VeteransUnitedRealty.com. Equal Housing Opportunity.
Start Your VA Loan With Veterans United
Not sure where to begin? Whether you're stationed nearby or planning to move near Houston, we’ll help you understand what to expect.
Veterans United made the home buying process so smooth and I feel so lucky to have a Team like Miguel's! While the process of buying a house can be stressful, they were responsive, communicative, and extremely helpful the entire time. I would definitely recommend!
Paul F. | Marine Corps
Verified Customer
Chad Richert and Kaylyn Nowack from VU were awesome! My wife and I never had to guess what the next steps in our process was going to be. They kept us updated and informed at all times. The team as a whole made my home buying experience go super smooth. being overseas did not make things easy, but t...
Zachary H. | Army
Verified Customer
Working with Zack and his team was a blessing. This whole process was as smooth as could be. We couldn't be more pleased.
Ysmael B. | Army
Verified Customer
Always great and simple and very helpful.
Dennis F. | Marine Corps
Verified Customer
I wasn't sure what to expect. I have to say it was great having veterans helping veterans. Emmy, Julie and Megan are the kind of people who you want representing your company. The knowledge, patience and hospitality was over the top. All made me feel valued and like family
Claude R. | Navy
Verified Customer
I had an absolute great experience working with Aaron McMahon and his team. Everyone was beyond helpful guiding me through my first home purchase. Every question I had was answered and they were willing to work to with me to find exactly what I wanted. If you are willing to put in the work they will...
Cole G. | Army
Verified Customer
I had a pleasurable experience with Veterans United and even after closing on the home, they said they would be there for any questions I would have. My whole team has been great even through the delays by the seller. I would recommend Veterans United to any veterans looking to use their VA loan to ...
Phillip P. | Navy
Verified Customer
Outstanding. dalton.verret@veteransunited.com was by far the most helpful and kind.
Michale S. | Army
Verified Customer
Great experience working with Steve and his team on our home purchase.
Jay C. | Air Force
Verified Customer
Danny is the absolute best!!! I’m so grateful for everyone’s help through this process
Sarah S. |
Verified Customer
Veteran’s United helped us buy our first home. Each member of our team was super knowledgeable and their communication skills were top tier! The response time was also very short if we had questions!
Madelyn Q. | Navy
Verified Customer
My team was amazing, specially Tommy Heller. But I do have to say that Carrie Maddox my files person was absolutely horrible and made my experience more stressful and harder than it needed to be. Carrie made me change my home insurance 4 different times within the short period of time of her working...
Jason B. | Army
Verified Customer
Thanks everything went. Stephen and his team were helpful and the process flow easy.
*Unless stated otherwise, data for the metro refers to the CBSA ("Core-Based Statistical Area"), the defined geography that makes up the surrounding metropolitan and micropolitan areas.
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