Sunset Oaks Home Sizes Are Growing in Rolling Six Months

Are Sunset Oaks buyers looking for more space? The data says yes. Over the rolling six months ending October 31, 2026, the median living area of closed homes rose to 1,627 square feet, up 1.8% from the prior six-month period and 6.0% higher than the same window last year. This trend reflects a shift toward larger floor plans in this Hays County community. ALEX Intelligence analyzed the size distribution across 42 closed sales to identify this pattern. The median home sold for $270,613, with a price per square foot of $157. While the number of homes sold dropped significantly compared to the same period last year (42 vs. 91), the average size of those homes has increased. This suggests that when buyers are active in Sunset Oaks, they are prioritizing square footage over smaller units. The shift is evident when comparing the current window to the prior six months, where the median living area was 1,598 square feet. The increase aligns with a broader regional trend where new construction and larger existing homes are dominating sales activity. As inventory remains tight with only 58 active listings, buyers appear willing to compete for properties that offer more interior space. This data-driven view of home size trends helps clarify what is driving value in Sunset Oaks today. It is not just about price per square foot, but the total utility and space provided by the median home sold. 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