Market Intelligence Report — TX-820

Zapata, TX

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Ref. No: 2026-TX-08
As of the latest 2026 data
Very Weak

Median Listing

$150K
-5.1% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.03
+0.0% YoY

Active Inventory

37
+0.0% YoY

Median DOM

85 Days
-34.6% YoY

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The Zapata, TX market is currently experiencing very weak demand absorption, as indicated by a pending ratio of 0.03. This metric suggests a significant imbalance between active inventory and buyer commitments, reflecting severely lagging demand relative to supply. The median listing price has also declined by 5.1% year-over-year, reinforcing soft market conditions.

Local Market Signals

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Zapata market right now.

Active listings have remained stable year-over-year at 37 units, while new listings doubled, increasing by 100.0% over the past year. Despite a 34.6% reduction in median days on market to 85 days, the very low pending ratio indicates that this velocity is not translating into overall market absorption. The median price per square foot has also decreased by 7.5% year-over-year, alongside a 5.1% decline in the median listing price, signaling downward price pressure.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$150K+3.4% MoM

Active Inventory

37+0.0% YoY

Days on Market

85-34.6% YoY

Sold Score™

25+0.0% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

25
Sep 23Aug 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Sep 23Aug 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Sep 23Apr 24Nov 24Jun 25Jan 26Aug 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

In the current environment, the exceptionally low pending ratio of 0.03 points to minimal buyer urgency and substantial inventory pressure. This dynamic grants prospective buyers considerable leverage, allowing for greater price discipline. Sellers are likely to face extended marketing periods and increased difficulty in securing offers, necessitating strategic pricing to engage limited demand.

Luxury Segment

The average listing price of $186,049 is 24.1% higher than the median listing price of $149,900, suggesting some presence of higher-priced properties. However, both average and median listing prices have declined year-over-year (-0.7% and -5.1% respectively), and median price per square foot has also fallen by 7.5%, indicating broad-based price adjustments that may include the upper tier. No distinct luxury-segment signal in this dataset.

Supply Dynamics

37 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 8 per month.

Pricing Pressure
0.0%

of active listings carry a price reduction, -9.3% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved -7.5% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.03

Pending-to-active ratio — Very Weak.

Recommended For This Market

Very Weak

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Buyer Demand Index
3%
Median Days on Market
85 days
Inventory YoY
−0%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Zapata, TX
CBSA Code
49820
State
TX

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Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Zapata?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Zapata metro is classified as Very Weak. Pending ratio is 0.03 with median days on market at 85.

  • Are home prices dropping in Zapata?+

    Median listing price is $150K, -5.1% year over year. 0.0% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Zapata?+

    The typical listing sits 85 days on market, a -34.6% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 8 per month.

  • What's happening in the Zapata luxury market?+

    The average listing price of $186,049 is 24.1% higher than the median listing price of $149,900, suggesting some presence of higher-priced properties. However, both average and median listing prices have declined year-over-year (-0.7% and -5.1% respectively), and median price per square foot has also fallen by 7.5%, indicating broad-based price adjustments that may include the upper tier. No distinct luxury-segment signal in this dataset.

  • Where can I find a trusted Zapata real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Zapata agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 49820 · 36mo history