Salado New Listings vs. Closings: The Supply Gap

Salado added 134 new listings in the last six months while 116 homes closed, creating a supply gap that is narrowing compared to prior periods. This balance between fresh inventory and completed transactions defines the current market rhythm for buyers and sellers in this Bell County city. ALEX Intelligence analyzed the dual-axis trend of new supply versus demand over the rolling six-month window ending Oct 31, 2026. The data shows that while new listings outpaced closings by 18 units, the gap is significantly smaller than in the prior six-month period, where only 59 homes closed against 131 new listings. This shift suggests a market moving from a sharper supply shortage toward a more balanced state. The median close price for these 116 transactions rose to $501,710, up 5.6% from the prior six months. Meanwhile, the median days on market dropped to 72 days, a 10% improvement over the previous period, indicating that homes are selling faster even as inventory accumulates. The ratio of closed sales to original list prices also improved slightly to 95.9%, reflecting stronger negotiation outcomes for sellers compared to the 93.5% seen previously. For buyers, this means fresh listings are appearing regularly, but competition remains steady. For sellers, the data suggests that listing now may yield quicker results than in the prior half-year, as the influx of new homes is being absorbed at a higher rate. The market is stabilizing, with supply and demand finding a new equilibrium after a period of tighter constraints. Want a closer look? Reply or call George at 713.918.9951 and we'll set up a showing. Coverage: most home sales in Salado 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