Milam County Home Sizes Are Shrinking in Fall 2026

Are Milam County buyers trading square footage for affordability? The data suggests a clear shift toward smaller living spaces over the last six months. ALEX Intelligence analyzed 83 closed sales to track home size trends. The median living area now sits at 1,612 square feet, down from 1,706 square feet in the prior six-month period. This represents a 5.5% decrease compared to the previous window and a 2.6% increase year-over-year, though the current average remains below the peak sizes seen earlier in the cycle. The shift is evident when comparing the rolling six months ending September 30, 2026, against the prior six months. While the median price per square foot dipped slightly to $155, the total home size has contracted. This trend indicates a market where buyers are prioritizing smaller footprints, potentially to manage costs or find entry-level inventory in a tighter supply environment. The data covers 83 transactions, providing a robust view of current buyer preferences. As the market continues to adjust, the move toward more compact living areas appears to be a defining characteristic of Milam County real estate activity through late 2026. Want first look at Milam County homes? Get new listings sent to you the day they appear. Data from Unlock MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Model outputs are ALEX Intelligence estimates, not appraisals. Read more Central Texas market data on the ALEX blog: https://alex-companies.com/blog MIT, Nvidia, Google & IBM-Trained. Cross Domain-Expert: Quantum, AI, Ethics, Sovereignty, Intelligence, Philanthropy. Solepoint Planning. VUI AI Cloud Architect. AI Certifications Development. Quant/AI Instructor. Castor Venture Club Member. Associate Broker. George Arnold Alexander III, MPA Director, ALEX Companies Associate Broker, Alexander Tiffany Southwest, LLC dba ALEX.realestate, et.al. Texas License #574878-B · Broker License #565194-BB Broker, ALEX Real Estate · North Carolina License #367733 Independent Broker, ALEX Real Estate · Colorado License #II.100112456 [email protected] · +1 713.918.9951