Burnet County Monthly Market Pulse: October Recap

Burnet County saw a sharp divergence between price and volume in October as the median sale price jumped to $410,000 across 51 closed homes, up 30.6% from September but still 16.0% below the $488,000 recorded in October 2025. While fewer homes sold this month compared to last year, the properties that did close commanded significantly higher prices, suggesting a shift toward larger or more premium listings. The average home size also expanded, with median living area rising 17.7% to 2,003 square feet compared to the prior period. This increase in square footage coincided with a 17.4% rise in days on market to 101 days, indicating that while prices are up, buyers are taking longer to finalize deals. The median close-to-original list ratio slipped slightly to 92.3%, and 92.2% of homes sold below their original asking price, reflecting a market where negotiation remains common despite higher price points. New construction activity remained robust with 19 new builds closing in October, compared to just 9 in the same month last year. With 502 active listings currently on the market, inventory levels remain elevated, creating a balanced environment for buyers who are not rushing to close. The ALEX Intelligence analysis of these 51 transactions confirms that while affordability pressures persist with mortgage rates at 7.18%, the volume of sales is shifting toward higher-value properties in this Hill Country county. Want to see this home? Call or text George at 713.918.9951 for a private showing. 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