Southeast Austin September Market Recap and Outlook

Southeast Austin saw a modest rise in median home prices to $369,990 across 77 closed sales in September, marking a 2.9% increase compared to the same month last year. While the median price ticked up slightly from August's $373,500, the market experienced a cooling in activity with 6.1% fewer homes selling than in the prior month. The pace of sales remained steady, with properties spending a median of 65 days on the market, down 9.7% from August and 7.1% lower than September 2025. Buyers continued to negotiate below original list prices, with 89.6% of closed deals settling under the initial asking price, a figure that has improved slightly compared to last year. New construction activity remained robust, accounting for 38 of the 77 closings in the month. The median living area for sold homes was 1,961 square feet, reflecting a shift toward smaller floor plans compared to the prior month's 2,200 square feet. With 374 active listings currently on the market, the region holds approximately 4.7 months of inventory, indicating a balanced environment where supply and demand are relatively stable. ALEX Intelligence analyzed these figures to provide a clear snapshot of current market conditions, highlighting that while prices have held firm, buyer leverage remains present as homes take slightly longer to sell than in previous months. The data suggests a market that is stabilizing after recent fluctuations, with new construction continuing to drive volume alongside existing home sales. 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