October 2026 Housing Market Update: Katy, Cypress, Hockley, 77084 & 77095
October 2026 Housing Market Update: Katy, Cypress, Hockley, 77084 & 77095
Fall is here, and the local housing market continues to shift across Katy, Cypress, Hockley, 77084, and 77095.
The latest numbers show buyers have inventory to choose from, while sellers are competing in a market where pricing, presentation, and marketing can make a major difference.
Whether you're considering buying, selling, investing, or simply wondering what's happening with home values in your neighborhood, here's your October 2026 market update.
🏡 Katy, TX
Market Snapshot
Active Listings: 2,573
Pending Homes: 624
Homes Sold: 372
Average List Price: $425,928
Average Sale Price: $422,303
Average Days on Market: 85
What this means: With more than 2,500 active listings and homes averaging 85 days on market, Katy buyers have plenty of options to consider. Sellers should focus on competitive pricing, presentation, and marketing to help their homes stand out.
🏡 Cypress, TX
Market Snapshot
Active Listings: 1,302
Pending Homes: 342
Homes Sold: 215
Average List Price: $530,273
Average Sale Price: $449,102
Average Days on Market: 79
What this means: Cypress buyers have a healthy selection of homes available, with more than 1,300 active listings. The reported difference between average list and sale prices makes it especially important for sellers to understand their competition and price strategically.
🏡 Hockley, TX
Market Snapshot
Active Listings: 730
Pending Homes: 201
Homes Sold: 87
Average List Price: $380,247
Average Sale Price: $360,198
Average Days on Market: 101
What this means: Hockley has the longest average market time of the five areas in this update at 101 days. Buyers may have more time to evaluate their options, while sellers should be prepared for a potentially longer selling process and focus on positioning their property competitively.
🏡 77084
Market Snapshot
Active Listings: 308
Pending Homes: 71
Homes Sold: 62
Average List Price: $308,667
Average Sale Price: $288,542
Average Days on Market: 80
What this means: 77084 continues to offer options at a lower average price point than Katy, Cypress, and Hockley in this update. With homes averaging 80 days on market, buyers may have time to compare properties, while sellers should make sure their pricing reflects current conditions.
🏡 77095
Market Snapshot
Active Listings: 188
Pending Homes: 46
Homes Sold: 53
Average List Price: $348,446
Average Sale Price: $316,870
Average Days on Market: 77
What this means: 77095 has the lowest active inventory of the five areas covered in this update. Homes are averaging 77 days on market, making proper pricing and property condition important for sellers while giving buyers options to evaluate.
📊 What Does This Market Mean for Buyers?
If you're thinking about buying, the current inventory gives you choices—but conditions vary considerably by location.
Take time to compare recent sales, days on market, property condition, and competing listings before deciding how to structure your offer. Depending on the individual property, there may also be opportunities to negotiate.
🏠 What Does This Market Mean for Sellers?
Homes are selling, but buyers have choices. That means simply putting a home on the market isn't enough.
Your pricing strategy, photography, presentation, exposure, and follow-up can all affect how your property competes against similar homes.
💡 Homeowner Tip of the Month
October is a great time for a fall home-maintenance check.
Have your HVAC system inspected, replace filters, check weather stripping, clean gutters, inspect your roof, and take care of exterior repairs before colder weather arrives.
📈 What Could Your Home Sell For?
Market averages are useful, but they don't tell you exactly what your home is worth.
Location, condition, upgrades, lot size, neighborhood activity, comparable sales, and current competition can all influence a property's market value.
If you're curious about what your home could sell for in today's market, contact me for a personalized home value analysis.
Marysol Calvillo | Elite Properties
📞 713-213-9593
Serving Katy, Cypress, Hockley, 77084, 77095, and surrounding Houston communities.
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