How fast are homes going under contract in Katy?
Built from Allen Markel's own listing data · Texas Premier Realty ·
Short answer
In the 30 days to September 30, 2026, 955 homes were newly listed in Katy, 422 went under contract and 354 closed. In the last 7 days the counts were 190 new listings, 92 contracts and 62 closings. That is fewer homes going under contract than coming on the market: 0.44 contracts for every new listing over the month.
New listings, contracts and closings
Over the last 30 days in Katy: 955 new listings, 422 homes under contract and 354 closed sales. Over the last 7 days: 190 new, 92 under contract and 62 closed. Contracts per new listing over 30 days: 0.44.
How to read it
New listings against contracts is a quick read on whether supply is building or being absorbed. It moves week to week and by price band, so treat it as a snapshot, not a trend. Every buyer and seller in Katy is weighing a different set of trade-offs, and waiting to decide is often the costliest choice. When you are ready to look at timing your move for a specific address or plan, talk to us to find the right option for your circumstances.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| New listings, last 30 days | 955 |
| Went under contract, last 30 days | 422 |
| Closed sales, last 30 days | 354 |
| New listings, last 7 days | 190 |
| Went under contract, last 7 days | 92 |
| Closed sales, last 7 days | 62 |
| Contracts per new listing, 30 days | 0.44 |
Common follow-up questions
What does under contract mean?
The seller has accepted an offer and the sale has not closed yet.
Why do the 7-day and 30-day numbers differ so much?
They cover different windows; a week can be unusually busy or slow, so the 30-day view is steadier.
Sources
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