Sunset Oaks Market Recap: Prices Up, Sales Down in October

What does a 9.4% year-over-year price increase mean for buyers and sellers in Sunset Oaks? In the rolling six-month period ending October 31, 2026, median home prices rose to $258,832 across 42 closed sales, up from $236,500 during the same window last year. This growth occurred even as total sales volume dropped significantly compared to the prior year. ALEX Intelligence analyzed the market dynamics by comparing current performance against the previous six-month period and the same timeframe a year ago. The median price per square foot climbed 3.7% year-over-year to $154.86, while homes spent an average of 28 days on market, a sharp improvement from the 21 days recorded last year but still faster than the 83 days seen in the prior six-month window. The data reveals a tightening supply landscape. While 42 homes closed in the current period, only 20 sales were recorded in the previous six months, indicating a recent surge in activity. However, compared to the 91 closings from last year, the market remains cooler in terms of volume. The median close-to-original list ratio improved to 0.986, suggesting buyers are paying closer to asking prices than they did previously. With 58 active listings currently on the market and 42 sales over six months, the area shows a balanced but shifting inventory dynamic. Buyers should note that while prices are rising, the number of homes selling has decreased compared to last year, potentially offering more negotiation leverage in specific price segments. The median living area for sold homes increased slightly to 1,627 square feet, reflecting a trend toward larger floor plans in recent transactions. 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