Austin Metro Housing Market Update – October 2025
Insights from Matt Prewett, Broker/Owner – Better Broker Texas Realty
Every month, I study the latest market data to help our clients, agents, and community stay ahead of the trends shaping Central Texas real estate. The October 2025 numbers give us one clear message: the Austin metro market is settling into a healthier, more balanced rhythm.
Whether you’re considering a move or simply keeping an eye on the market, understanding this shift is crucial.
Here’s what the newest data is telling us.
Home Prices Show Steady Strength
The median sales price across the Austin–Round Rock–San Marcos MSA reached $439,000, a 1.4% increase compared to last year.
This steady but modest growth is a sign of a maturing market, not the extreme spikes of past years, but reliable, sustainable appreciation. Austin continues to show its long-term value.
Closed Sales Are Down, but Demand Has Not Disappeared
Closed sales dipped 9.6% year-over-year.
That might look like a slowdown on the surface, but here’s the reality:
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Buyers now have more time and more options
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The market is no longer forcing rushed decisions
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The buying process has become more deliberate
We’re watching a market normalize, not weaken.
Inventory Climbs: A Move Toward Balance
Inventory increased to 5.3 months, up 0.5 months from last year.
This is one of the most significant changes and a sign that the market is heading toward equilibrium.
More inventory isn’t a negative; it gives buyers breathing room and gives sellers more clarity on pricing and positioning. A balanced market is a healthy market.
Listing Activity Is Up Across the Metro
New listings rose to 3,607 (+7.9%), and active listings climbed to 13,277 (+12.4%).
This increase is giving buyers a wider selection and reinforcing the trend toward stability.
For sellers, this means the days of putting a sign in the yard and letting the market do the work are gone.
Strategic pricing, presentation, and professional marketing matter more than ever.
Pending Sales Rise, Buyers Are Still Committing
Despite higher inventory, pending sales increased 5.8%, showing that buyers are still active and motivated.
This reinforces what we’re seeing on the ground: buyers haven’t left the market, they’re simply moving with intention instead of urgency.
Average Days on Market Increases Slightly
Homes averaged 76 days on market, just 4 days more than last year.
This is a natural result of more inventory and a more thoughtful buying process.
Properties that are priced correctly and show well continue to move efficiently.
Close-to-List Price Is Stable
The average close-to-list price came in at 92.0%, only slightly below last year.
This indicates that buyers and sellers are negotiating, but the gap is not widening dramatically. It’s a balanced environment for both sides.
What This Market Means for Buyers and Sellers
For Sellers
You need a smart strategy. Overpricing is punished quickly in a market with more options. The properties that succeed have:
- proper preparation
- market-aligned pricing
- high-quality marketing
- strong professional representation
For Buyers
You're finally getting the breathing room this market has lacked for years. More inventory means more leverage, more selection, and more confidence when making an offer. It’s a great time to enter the market with clarity and strength.
