Texas housing trends signal optimism for buyers and sellers

Despite a typical seasonal slowdown, Texas’ housing market is showing resilience as new home sales increased in November, according to a report from HomesUSA.com. Local real estate experts say Bryan-College Station is keeping pace with statewide trends, providing hope for a strong 2025.

The report, based on data from major Texas markets—Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio—revealed a 12% year-over-year increase in new home sales, with demand remaining steady.

“The increased number of November’s new home sales versus October bodes well for 2025 as the seasonal downturn has been mild,” said Ben Caballero, founder and CEO of HomesUSA.com.

Caballero noted that declining mortgage rates have helped bolster sales but added, “More mortgage rate improvements would go a long way to improve new home sales next year.”

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