Belton Market Heat Score: A Balanced View for October

Is the Belton real estate market heating up or cooling down? ALEX Intelligence calculated a composite Market Heat Score for this city by weighing four key indicators: median days on market, sale-to-list price ratio, inventory levels, and the frequency of price reductions. This score synthesizes complex data into a single metric ranging from 0 to 100 to indicate current market conditions. The analysis covers the rolling six months ending September 30, 2026, based on 92 closed sales. The median days on market dropped 22.4% compared to the prior period, falling to 66 days, while the share of homes selling below original list price decreased slightly by 1.2%. However, median prices dipped 0.7% to $339,625, and the median price per square foot fell 5.2% to $165. This combination of faster sales but softer pricing suggests a market that is active but negotiating-heavy. With 4.15 months of inventory currently available, the market sits in a balanced zone rather than a strict buyer or seller environment. The composite score reflects this equilibrium, indicating that while properties are moving quicker than before, buyers still retain leverage on price. This data-driven assessment helps distinguish between perceived market speed and actual transaction terms for local residents. Want a closer look? Reply or call George at 713.918.9951 and we'll set up a showing. Coverage: most home sales in Belton are listed in another MLS, which ALEX does not receive yet. The figures in this post count only sales listed in Unlock MLS (ABOR), so they describe part of the local market, not all of it. 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