Which county near Houston has the highest and lowest median home price?
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Short answer
Over the last six months, Fort Bend County had the highest median sale price at $389,900 and Grimes County the lowest at $300,000. The others: Austin County $345,250, Montgomery County $335,745, Waller County $328,495, Harris County $320,000.
The numbers
Median sale price of homes sold in the last six months: Fort Bend County $389,900; Austin County $345,250; Montgomery County $335,745; Waller County $328,495; Harris County $320,000; Grimes County $300,000. A county median blends many different communities and price bands.
How to use them
A the Houston area average is a starting point, not a verdict on any one property, and the right move depends on your timeline, finances and the home itself. For a price range in the Houston area, talk to us to find the right option for your circumstances.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Fort Bend County | $389,900 |
| Austin County | $345,250 |
| Montgomery County | $335,745 |
| Waller County | $328,495 |
| Harris County | $320,000 |
| Grimes County | $300,000 |
Common follow-up questions
Is a county median the price of a typical home?
It is the middle sale in the county, which is pulled by the mix of communities and home sizes.
Where do these numbers come from?
From our listing data for closed sales, as shown on each county page.
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