Harker Heights Housing Market Update: Prices Up, Inventory Building
Harker Heights, TX – March 8, 2026 – Home prices are higher year over year while days on market stretch and rents edge down.
Top takeaways
- Median sale price reached $342K in January, up 14.4% year over year.
- Homes are taking longer to sell, with a median 143 days on market.
- Average apartment rent is $1,210, down 1.66% from a year ago.
Market snapshot
The local market is showing mixed signals early in 2026. According to Redfin data, the median sale price climbed to $342K in January, a 14.4% increase from the same time last year. Sales activity also rose, with 26 homes sold during the month, up from 19 a year ago.
At the same time, homes are lingering longer. The median time on market expanded to 143 days, roughly a month longer than last year. Zillow’s Home Value Index places the typical home value at about $293K, down 0.6% over the past year, with homes going pending in around 70 days as of late 2025. Inventory at year-end stood at 158 homes for sale, with 24 new listings added that month.
Rental trends
Renters are seeing slight relief. The average apartment rent is $1,210, a 1.66% decline year over year. One-bedroom units average $875, while two-bedroom units average $1,125. Three-bedroom apartments average $1,741, reflecting demand for larger floorplans.
Development and zoning
For new construction and land use changes, the city’s Planning and Development Department continues to process zoning changes, planned development districts, and conditional use permits through public hearings before the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council. Property owners within 400 feet are notified during rezoning requests, a process that typically takes at least six weeks.
Overall, rising prices alongside longer marketing times suggest a more balanced environment compared with the rapid pace of prior years. Are you noticing more listings or price adjustments in your neighborhood?
Sources
https://www.redfin.com/city/8256/TX/Harker-Heights/housing-market
https://www.zillow.com/home-values/11805/harker-heights-tx/
https://www.rentcafe.com/average-rent-market-trends/us/tx/harker-heights/
https://www.harkerheights.gov/index.php/zoning