What can Spring Texas home sellers expect from the 2026 real estate market? If you’re considering selling your home in Spring TX in 2026, the time to start preparing is now. Housing experts predict that 2026 will be a balanced market with an increase in home sales.
Jill Wente, a trusted Spring Texas Realtor for over 22 years, with expertise in the local market will help you understand where the Spring TX real estate market is headed and guide you in a successful home sale.
Why 2026 looks to be a good year for Spring Texas home sellers
The Spring Texas housing market has shifted from the franatic pace of the Pandemic years into a stable, balanced environment. According to the Houston Association of Realtors (HAR), inventory levels have increased. Buyers have more options, but staged, positioned, and marketed listings are still selling at premium prices.
Jill Wente is advising her clients that 2026 will require more effort. More effort in prepping the home for sale, more effort in analyzing the market to determine strategic pricing, and more effort in implementing a modern marketing plan.
Key market dynamics shaping the Spring Texas real estate market in 2026
Historical price growth
After years of rapid price gains, experts predict the Greater Houston and surrounding suburbs will return to historical price growth in 2026. Most forecasts predict home prices will rise between 3% and 5%.
For sellers, this means setting realistic prices and maximized profit through preparation. A staged home that has been well cared for and properly priced will stand out from the competition, sell quickly and at a great price.
Increase in inventory
Inventory is increasing, but not enough to cause a market slowdown. Spring’s steady population growth continues to fuel demand and landing on the U.S. News and World Report’s ranking as one of the Top 20 Best Places to Retire in the US. certainly helps too.
Buyers will have more options which means sellers need to prep their homes to ensure it stands out. Homes that look well cared for, move-in ready, and with modern updates will achieve the highest return on investment.
Affordability and interest rates
Interest rates will remain high in comparision to the ridicuously low rates seen during the pandemic years. Experts predict mortgage interest rates will continue to gravitate lower.
With a decrease in the mortgage interest rates, stablization of homeowners insurance, flat price appreciation, and an increase in wages, home affortability will finally experience a breather in 2026. The improvement in affordability will help sellers as more buyers will get off the sidelines and back into the market.
What this means for home sellers
Preparation is key to a successful sale
With more listings coming to market, standing out amongst the competition requires more effort.
Here’s what Jill Wente recommends home sellers do to get ready for the Spring Texas real estate market in 2026:
- Tighthen up:
- Clean up the landscaping, power wash the driveway, make minor updates like paint, carpet, and fixtures. Minor improvements result in a BIG return.
- Give it a model home feel:
- Homes that feel like a model home consistently sell faster and for more money. Jill Wente will go room by room with you and help you decide which items to remove, repair, rearrange or add.
- Price competitively:
- Work with a Spring Texas real estate agent who understands local pricing data. Setting the right price in the beginning eliminates stale listings and puts more money in your pocket.
- Leverage modern marketing power:
- Jill Wente uses professional photography, drone photos, full motion video tours, targeted ads, AI listing descriptions, and social media, to maximize exposure to attract the right buyers.
Balanced market means tough negotiation skills
Sellers won’t experience the same bidding wars as the pandemic years, but well-positioned listings will attract strong offers. Negotiation skills are essential in 2026.
JIll Wente has over 2 decades of experience managing complex negotiations. Jill helps sellers evaluate each offer’s terms whcih goes beyond the sales price to ensure smooth closings and the best terms.
Jill’s clients say it best “Jill is the best realtor we have worked with. Extremely professional, handling difficult negotiations with ease, and knowing how to strategize and leverage your unique situation.” – Natalie Gonzalez
Questions sellers should ask before listing in 2026
Get the information you need before putting your home on the market, by asking these questions:
- What are homes selling for in my neighborhood right now?
- How long are comparable homes taking to sell?
- What updates or repairs should I make before listing?
- When is the best time to list my home in Spring Texas this year?
Why choose Jill Wente
Jill Wente is one of Spring Texas’s top-performing real estate agents, recognized for her local expertise, strategic marketing, and tough negotiation skills.
Here’s why sellers trust Jill:
- Local expertise: Jill has helped over 570 families buy and sell homes in the Spring Texas area. She knows the neighborhoods, the lifestyle, and the features that today’s buyers will pay top dollar for.
- Proven marketing results: Professional presentation and modern digital targeting generate thousands of views on Jill’s listings
- Personalized service: With Jill you are not a number to be handed off to another person as you go through the process of selling your home. Although Jill works with a marketing department, has office support, and a working partner to help with managing numerous home sales, Jill is your contact from initial consultation to closing day.
