Buda Market Heat Score: How It Compares to Neighbors

How does Buda's current market heat compare to its neighbors? ALEX Intelligence calculated a composite Market Heat Score for Buda using days on market, sale-to-list ratio, inventory levels, and price reductions. The score reflects a market where prices are rising but activity is slowing down compared to the previous month. In October 2026, Buda recorded 57 closed sales with a median price of $346,860, up 6.9% from September and 5.0% higher than last year. However, the median days on market stretched to 70 days, a 52.2% increase from the prior month, indicating homes are taking longer to sell despite higher prices. The share of homes selling below original list price dropped to 78.9%, suggesting buyers are becoming more selective but still negotiating. Compared to Hays County, where the median price was $365,000 and days on market averaged 80 days, Buda shows slightly faster turnover but lower prices. The broader region saw a median price of $397,974 with 65 days on market. Buda's inventory sits at 5.05 months, placing it in a balanced territory between buyer and seller markets. The composite heat score integrates these factors to show that while demand remains steady, the pace of transactions has cooled relative to September. This divergence between rising prices and extended selling times defines the current local dynamic. ALEX Intelligence estimate, not an appraisal. Want a closer look? Reply or call George at 713.918.9951 and we'll set up a 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