Comal County: How List Prices Compare to Final Sales in October

What does a 94.4% close-to-original list ratio mean for buyers and sellers in Comal County? This metric tracks the relationship between the initial listing price and the final sale price, revealing how much negotiation occurred during the transaction. A ratio of 94.4% indicates that the median home sold for less than its original asking price. In October 2026, the median close-to-original list ratio reached 94.4%, up 6.3% from the prior month's 88.8%. This improvement suggests that sellers are receiving offers closer to their initial expectations compared to September. The data shows that 76.7% of closed sales fell below the original list price, a slight decrease from the 76.9% seen in the prior period. Compared to October 2025, when the ratio was 92.9%, the current figure is up 1.6%. This shift coincides with a median close price of $505,216, which represents a 7.0% increase year-over-year. The average home sold for $225.55 per square foot, down 4.2% from the prior month but up 0.9% from last year. ALEX Intelligence analyzed these figures to highlight that while prices are rising, the gap between asking and selling prices remains significant. With 30 closed sales in October, this trend reflects a market where pricing strategy continues to play a critical role in final outcomes. The data confirms that few homes are selling at or above their original list price, emphasizing the importance of accurate initial valuation. Want a closer look? Reply or call George at 713.918.9951 and we'll set up a showing. Coverage: most home sales in Comal County 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