The Austin and Central Texas real estate markets are showing signs of a “spring awakening,” characterized by resilient buyer demand despite a complex economic backdrop. Here is the weekly real estate briefing which covers the real estate landscape and economic developments in Austin and Central Texas for the week ending April 12, 2026.
1. Real Estate Market News
The Austin metro is currently navigating a period of stabilization. While median sale prices are roughly 10-15% below the 2022 peak (averaging between $412,000 and $425,000), demand has not “flinched” as much as experts predicted.
Buyer Leverage: There are currently over 10,000 active listings in the metro area. Homes are sitting on the market for an average of 60+ days in the suburbs, giving buyers significant room to negotiate for price reductions and seller concessions.“HOME” Code Updates: As of April 6, the City of Austin has released updated data