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Hays County Housing Market Trends
Market Summary
Property Focus is a top real estate property search platform that provides in-depth property insights, transaction histories, and ownership data across the U.S. In the past 12 months, Hays County saw 3,924 residential properties sold. As of July 2026, the median price for a single-family home is $393,680, with a median AVM value of $373,000 for properties sold in the last year.
There are 2,798 involuntary liens on 2,032 properties, 309 in pre-foreclosure, and 51,029 properties with more than 50% equity in Hays County. The market also includes 29,239 fully paid-off homes, offering unique opportunities for buyers and investors.
Market Stats Overview
Total Residential Properties
87,675
Total Home Sales
3,828 12 mo. trend
Median Home Price
$393,68012 mo. trend
Average Loan-to-Value
39.51%
Current Pre-foreclosures
309
% of Properties in Distress
0.35%
Total Involuntary Liens
2,798
% of High Equity Homes
58.2%
Markets Nearby Hays County
The cities and zip codes below highlight the highest-value real estate markets within Hays County, ranked by median home sale prices. Top areas include Driftwood ($956,000), Dripping Springs ($684,000), 78619 ($956,000), and 78739 ($813,000), which have commanded the highest median prices in the local housing market over the past 12 months. These areas represent the most valuable residential properties in the county. Search nearby counties to discover their top markets.