Buttercup Creek: Six-Month Market Recap and Outlook

What does a 51% drop in median days on market mean for Buttercup Creek buyers and sellers? In the rolling six months ending October 31, 2026, homes sold significantly faster than in the prior six-month period. The median time to close fell from 49 days to just 24 days across 57 closed sales. ALEX Intelligence analyzed the full dataset of 57 transactions to summarize market dynamics. While the median sale price dipped slightly by 1.4% to $488,000 compared to the prior period, it remains 0.6% higher than the same window last year. Sellers are seeing more favorable terms as well; the ratio of final sale price to original list price improved to 96.8%, up from 94.2% previously. The market is moving with renewed speed. The share of homes selling below their original list price dropped from 80.9% to 71.9%. New construction activity was not recorded in this specific window, but the overall volume of 57 closed sales indicates a steady pace. With only 14 active listings currently on the market and 1.47 months of inventory, supply remains tight relative to demand. Looking ahead, the data suggests continued momentum for sellers who price competitively. The median living area grew to 2,417 square feet, reflecting a shift toward larger homes in this segment. As mortgage rates hover near 7.11%, buyers are navigating a market where speed and accurate pricing are critical to securing a home before inventory shifts further. 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