April is here, and the Houston real estate market is in full motion 🌿🏡 As the spring season continues, buyer activity is picking up, more homes are hitting the market, and momentum is building across the city. It’s the time when early-year trends turn into real opportunities. In this month’s newsletter, you’ll find everything you need to navigate Houston real estate with confidence. From the latest market insights and trends to our Featured Community of the Month: Robertson Grove, plus in-depth Neighborhood Videos highlighting the diverse areas Houston has to offer — we’re here to keep you informed every step of the way. Whether you’re considering buying, selling, or investing, our goal is to provide clear, timely insights that help you make smart decisions in today’s evolving market.

April is here, and the Houston real estate market is in full motion 🌿🏡

As the spring season continues, buyer activity is picking up, more homes are hitting the market, and momentum is building across the city. It’s the time when early-year trends turn into real opportunities.

In this month’s newsletter, you’ll find everything you need to navigate Houston real estate with confidence. From the latest market insights and trends to our Featured Community of the Month: R obertson Grove, plus in-depth Neighborhood Videos highlighting the diverse areas Houston has to offer — we’re here to keep you informed every step of the way.

Whether you’re considering buying, selling, or investing, our goal is to provide clear, timely insights that help you make smart decisions in today’s evolving market.

🎉🌿 National Walking Day Wellness Walk

April 1 - Enjoy a scenic group walk along Buffalo Bayou and kick off spring feeling refreshed.

🐱🎭 The Amazing Acro-Cats

April 1 - 9 - A fun, family-friendly show featuring trained cats performing tricks and stunts.

⛸️🎶 Themed Skate Nights at Memorial City

April 1 - Skate into themed nights with music, lights, and a lively atmosphere.

🌸🦁 Zoo Bloom

April 1 - May 3 - Experience the Houston Zoo surrounded by colorful spring flowers and special exhibits.

🐐🥚 Easter Egg Hunt with Goats

April 3 - A unique Easter event with egg hunts, goats, and outdoor fun

🎨🛍️ First Saturday Arts Market

April 4 - Shop local art, handmade goods, and support Houston creatives

🛍️🌮 Farmers Market on Navigation

April 5 - Fresh produce, local vendors, and great food in a vibrant setting

🚗✨ Art Car Sneak Peek

April 9 - Get a first look at Houston’s iconic, creatively decorated art cars

🎉🚗 39th Annual Art Car Parade

April 11 - Houston’s most colorful parade featuring wild, artistic vehicles

🇧🇷🎶 Brazilian Food & Music Festival

April 11 - Live music, authentic Brazilian cuisine, and cultural celebration

🔎🍽️ Murder Mystery Dinner Show

April 11 -Interactive dining experience where you solve a live-action crime

🍶🎎 Houston Kanpai Festival

April 19 -Celebrate Japanese culture with sake, food, and entertainment

🍷🌊 Kemah Boardwalk Spring Wine Fest

April 25 - Sip wine by the water with live music and coastal views

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Houston’s housing market is gaining momentum as we head into the spring season. While closings have slightly slowed, buyer activity is rising, inventory is expanding, and pricing is beginning to moderate, creating a more balanced and opportunity-filled market.

📊 Market at a Glance

📉 Total property sales: 7,024 (down 3.3% year-over-year)

💰 Total dollar volume: $2.8B (down 1.7%)

📈 Active listings: 55,710 (up 14.3%)

🏡 Year-to-date single-family sales: 10,915 (down 1.6%)

📉 All property types YTD: down 2.8%

Sales are tracking closely with recent years and remain well above pre-pandemic levels , signaling long-term stability.

🏠 Single-Family Homes

Single-family home sales totaled 5,918, down 2.2% year-over-year. However, pending sales rose 13.0%, showing strong buyer interest heading into spring.

💲 Median price: $322,078 (down 0.9%)

💲 Average price: $415,091 (up 2.0%)

💲 Median price (12-month avg): ~$332,000

Prices have softened slightly and are now at their lowest level since March 2024, though still elevated compared to pre-pandemic levels.

Homes are also taking longer to sell:

⏱️ Days on Market: 69 days

📦 Inventory & Supply

Inventory is steadily increasing, giving buyers more options:

📈 Active single-family listings: 35,128 homes (up 15.2%)

📈 Active listings (Feb): 35,400 homes

📊 Supply: 4.8 months

📊 Supply: 4.3 months

While inventory is rising, it remains below last year’s peak of 40,000 homes

💡 Mortgage Rates & Affordability

Affordability is improving, though rates remain a key factor:

📉 Monthly payment: $149 less than Feb 2025

💰 Annual savings: $1,786

📈 30-year mortgage rate: 6.2%

📉 Compared to 6.7% one year ago

Lower payments and moderating prices are helping create more accessible entry points, even as rates fluctuate.

📍 Price Range Breakdown

📈 $1–$99K: +36.6% (97 sales)

📈 $100K–$149K: +23.6% (183 sales)

📈 $150K–$249K: +12.2% (1,263 sales)

📉 $250K–$499K: -9.9% (3,192 sales)

➖ $500K–$999K: flat (938 sales)

📈 $1M+: +9.5% (241 sales)

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🏘️ Townhomes, Condos & Highrises

The multifamily segment continues to soften:

📉 Townhome & condo sales: down 7.4%

💲 Median price: $240,500 (down 3.4%)

💲 Average price: $276,835 (down 3.5%)

📦 Inventory: 8.1 months

📉 Highrise sales: down 15.1%

📈 Highrise prices: up 2.8%

This shift suggests a smaller, more luxury-driven highrise market

✨ What This Means

The Houston market is continuing to stabilize, with rising inventory, steady demand, and moderating prices shaping a more balanced landscape.

Buyer activity is already picking up, evidenced by a 13.0% increase in pending sales , while seasonal inventory growth is giving buyers more choices. At the same time, pricing adjustments and improved affordability are helping re-engage the market.

As we move into spring, Houston is entering a phase defined by opportunity, movement, and momentum with mortgage rates remaining the key variable to watch.

🏡 At CitiQuest Properties, we stay ahead of these shifts by guiding buyers, sellers, and developers with real-time insights and strategy. Whether you’re exploring your next move or planning your next project, our team is here to help you navigate the market with clarity and confidence.

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🏘️ Houston Neighborhood Videos 🏘️
As Realtors our main job is to ensure that we meet your needs by staying up to date with knowledge of local neighborhoods to find the right home for you. We understand that you are not just buying a house, but investing in the lifestyle built around your home. That’s why it’s important to get to know and fall in love with the area you are moving to. This includes seeing if it matches your style, personality and needs!
Check out HAR videos on our website of different neighborhoods in Houston and discover the lifestyle in each area to find your perfect fit!

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