Bar W Ranch Market Recap: Prices Rise, Sales Slow in October

Bar W Ranch saw median home prices rise to $398,800 in the six months ending October 2026, a 6.6% increase compared to the same period last year. This growth occurred across 46 closed sales, with buyers paying an average of $182 per square foot. The market remains active but slightly slower than before. Homes spent an average of 38 days on the market, up 15.2% from the prior six-month period and 11.8% higher than last year. Despite the longer wait times, sellers achieved a close-to-original list ratio of 98.9%, indicating that final prices remained very close to asking amounts. New construction continues to drive volume, accounting for 33 of the 46 closed sales in this window. The median home size held steady at 2,110 square feet. With 39 active listings and a months of inventory reading of 5.09, the market leans toward a balanced environment where buyers have more selection than in previous years. ALEX Intelligence analyzed these trends to provide a clear picture of current conditions. While prices continue to climb year-over-year, the extended time on market suggests a shift in momentum that requires careful consideration for both buyers and sellers entering the winter months. 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