Austin's January 2026 Real Estate Statistics

AUSTIN, TEXAS ~ January 2026 housing market statistics have been released by the Austin Board of Realtors® (ABoR).

Let's take a closer look at the year-over-year real estate highlights for the Greater Austin MSA and Williamson County. Austin-Round Rock Real Estate:

Rising Metrics:

• Active listings increased 2.3% to 10,083.

• Average days on the market rose by 3 days to 89 days.

  
  

Decreasing Metrics:

• Closed sales fell 14.8% to 1,566.

• New listings fell by 7.0% to 3,470.

• The median sales price decreased by 2.3% to $400,495.

• The average close-to-list price fell from 92.3% to 91.0%.

• Housing inventory fell by 1.4 months to 4.0 months, which is comparable with the Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University's benchmark of 3-4 months to maintain a balanced housing market.
  

Williamson County Real Estate:

Rising Metrics:

• Active listings rose 5.6% to 3,091.

• Average days on the market increased by 9 days to 92 days.

Decreasing Metrics:

• Closed sales fell 16.1% to 536.

• New listings decreased 4.1% to 1,063.

• The median sales price decreased <1% to $403,500.

• The average close-to-list price decreased from 92.9% to 91.1%.

• Housing inventory fell by 1.1 months to 3.5 months, which is in line with the Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University's benchmark of 3-4 months to maintain a balanced housing market.

What do these metrics indicate for those looking to make a real estate move in the Austin area?

• If you're looking to purchase a home or investment property, now is a good time to take advantage of balanced inventory levels coupled with softening sales prices. If you'd like to speak with my clients who have recently closed or are currently under contract, they would be happy to share their experience working with me. If you're looking for financing options, I can also connect you with my trusted lending network, which can help you explore options at no cost and no obligation.
  

• If you're selling, you're in a solid position to make a timely move despite increased competition. Contact me, and I can provide you with a complimentary, current competitive market analysis for your home. This will help you understand what your home is likely to sell for, given the changing dynamics of the Central Texas real estate market.
  

Ready to make your next real estate move? Connect with me and let's discuss your goals and current market conditions, then set a plan to leverage both to your advantage!

Joe Paul Reider

Home Style Austin Founder Austin Realtor®, CLRA Central Metro Realty

Email: HomeStyleAustin@gmail.com Mobile: 512-222-3302 Web: HomeStyleAustin.com