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Where should young professionals live in Austin?
Austin snapshot
As of the latest 2026 data- Median listing
- $474K
- YoY -0.1%
- Active inventory
- 12,456
- YoY -0.0%
- Median DOM
- 63
- YoY +0.1%
- Pending ratio
- 0.34
- YoY +0.0%
- Price-reduced
- 27.6%
- YoY -0.1%
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Primpted Housing Analyst
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It's a good time for young professionals to find a home in Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, as prices have gone down noticeably over the past year. The median listing price is $473,500, which is nearly 10% lower than a year ago. It's a good idea to consider exploring homes listed across the area.
With the median listing price at $473,500 and the average listing price at $726,864, there's a wide range of homes available. The price per square foot is $237, which is also about 8% lower than last year, meaning you get more home for your money.
Homes are staying on the market longer, with a median of 63 days, which is about 9% more than this time last year. This gives you more time to consider your options without feeling rushed. Also, almost 28% of homes have had price reductions, so sellers are willing to negotiate.
Even with fewer homes for sale right now (active listings are down 5% from last year), new listings are holding steady, up slightly by 0.3%. This means new choices are still coming onto the market regularly.
For young professionals, this means you have more power to negotiate on price and can take your time finding a place that fits your budget and lifestyle.
Focus on what you can comfortably afford each month and look for homes that have been on the market for a while or have seen price drops.
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Primpted Housing Analyst
Data-backedPrimpted research desk
The Austin area has a wide range of options for young professionals, with homes currently listed at a median price of $473,500. While the median price is slightly down from last month, there are many choices available right now.
Prices in the Austin area are 9.8% lower than they were a year ago, which means homes are more affordable now. The average listing price is $726,864, also down 8.3% from last year.
There are 12,456 homes actively for sale, 5% fewer than a year ago. Homes are staying on the market for about 63 days, which is a bit longer than last year. This means you have more time to look around before making a decision.
About 27.6% of homes have had their prices reduced, which is a key indicator that sellers are eager to make deals. This is 5% less than last year, suggesting some stabilization. There are 4,175 homes currently under contract, showing that homes are still selling.
For young professionals, this means you have a good selection of homes at generally lower prices than last year, and you have a bit more time to find the right fit. It's a good time to explore your options and potentially get a better deal.
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