Austin, TX 78753 Real Estate Market Report

ZIP Code: 78753
Report Date: February 2026
Market Temperature: COLD
Scope: Single-Family Residential (SFR) listings and comps only

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Executive Overview

As of February 2026, the Austin, TX (ZIP: 78753) housing market is experiencing a notable shift, with the median sold price recorded at $375,000. This represents a down trend in the market, aligning with the broader observation of a down price year-over-year trend. The current market conditions suggest a cooling phase, as buyers are gaining more negotiating power due to elevated inventory levels and a generally colder market temperature.

The median days on market stands at 269 days, indicating slower sales velocity and a potential mismatch between seller expectations and buyer demand. The influx of multifamily supply and tighter financial conditions are contributing to this dynamic, leading to a more cautious approach among buyers. With the median listing price at $373,000, the slight gap between listing and sold prices may reflect ongoing adjustments in seller pricing strategies in response to the current market climate.

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Market Overview

This analysis is based on a sample of properties from this ZIP code (up to 200 sold properties and up to 100 active properties). The median prices below are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.

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Market Metrics

Note: The property counts shown above represent only the properties analyzed in this report sample, not the total inventory for this ZIP code. Median prices are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.

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Rental Market

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Property Taxes

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Liquidity & Velocity

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Market Trends & Context

Understanding Market Temperature

A Cold market indicates weak buyer demand relative to available inventory, typically characterized by declining or flat prices, extended days on market, and elevated inventory levels relative to sales.

Current Mortgage Rate Context

Market-level mortgage rate comparison for this area:

Current 30-year fixed mortgage rates in the Austin TX 78753 area around 5.875% are slightly below the recent 2026 average of 6.21%, presenting a minor cost opportunity for property owners.

Note: Interest rate comparisons provide market context. The existing "Interest Rate Pressure" metric above shows the qualitative market impact.

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Key Findings

1. The median sold price of $375,000 indicates a down trend in property values, suggesting a shift in buyer sentiment.

2. With 269 days on market, properties are experiencing slower sales velocity, which may indicate weak market liquidity.

3. The median listing price of $373,000 shows a slight gap from the sold price, highlighting potential pricing friction as sellers adjust expectations.

4. Elevated inventory levels are contributing to a cold market temperature, giving buyers more negotiating leverage.

5. The median market rent of $2,416 is also trending down, reflecting broader economic pressures affecting rental demand.

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Notable Properties

The following 8 properties represent notable market examples and recent transactions that illustrate key market dynamics. These are illustrative examples selected for their significance (top sales, market benchmarks, quick sales) and are not the basis for the statistical calculations shown above.