Austin Housing Market Update
As April approaches, the Austin metropolitan area experiences a rise in both temperatures and housing market activity. While the market is warming up, it has moderated compared to the frenzied pace seen during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Between 2020 and mid-2022, Austin witnessed significant homebuyer influx and exponential price growth. However, a rapid cooldown followed, with the median list price dropping by over $100,000 by mid-February 2023 to $533,000, from a peak of $650,000 in late May 2022.
Despite headlines about residents leaving the metro area, buyer demand remains strong. Lowered interest rates and the traditional spring selling season contribute to this sustained demand, attracting buyers from various regions, including Dallas, Houston, and feeder markets like California and New York.
Agents note the stability of Austin’s median list price around $550,000 since November 2023, indicating continued market strength. Additionally, while inventory has increased significantly since its lows in 2021 and 2022, it remains balanced, particularly for first-time homebuyers.
Although properties may still receive multiple offers and sell above asking price, the intensity has eased compared to the pandemic era. Nevertheless, correctly priced homes in popular neighborhoods continue to sell quickly, underscoring Austin’s enduring appeal as a vibrant and desirable place to live.
Despite the market’s post-pandemic adjustment, local professionals express optimism about Austin’s future, citing its job growth, vibrant culture, and scenic surroundings as enduring draws for prospective residents.
