Active Listings
18
Pending
1
Sold (30 days)
40
Live Market PulseLive
somewhat competitiveCurrent Inventory Activity, Independence Heights
Median List Price
$333K
Median Sale Price
$333K
Avg Days on Market
75d
Well-priced homes move faster
List-to-Sale Ratio
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Source: Redfin, HAR.com · November 2026 · Updated weekly
Independence Heights Market Report, July 2026
Refreshed twice monthlyMedian Price
$330K
Avg DOM
78d
Active
306
Trend
The Independence Heights real estate market as of July 2026 shows a softening trend, with a median sale price of $330,000, representing a 2.7% decline from the previous year. Inventory levels are elevated with 306 active listings, resulting in a slower market pace where the average time on market has reached 78 days. Recent sales volume includes 24 homes sold in the last 30 days at an average list-to-sale price ratio of 97.2%. This environment currently functions as a buyer's market, characterized by increased negotiation leverage and higher inventory depth.
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Houston Independent School District
Serving Independence Heights
Elementary Schools
Burrus Elementary School
Grades PreK-5
Houston ISD
Kennedy Elementary School
Grades PreK-5
Houston ISD
Middle Schools
Williams Middle School
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High Schools
Booker T. Washington High School
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Independence Heights News & Developments
Beauty’s Community Garden Opens as Neighborhood Hub for Fresh Produce and Education
A once-vacant lot in Independence Heights has been successfully transformed into Beauty’s Community Garden, providing residents with free access to organic produce and agricultural workshops. Founded by a local family with deep roots in the area, the garden serves as a stabilizing anchor for community connection and food security.
Real estate impact: The development of community-managed green spaces enhances resident quality of life and signals strong neighborhood engagement, which can incrementally boost demand for nearby residential properties and improve long-term stability.
Commercial Insulation Company Charged with Illegal Dumping in Independence Heights
Authorities have filed charges against Therm All Insulation Inc. after workers were caught on camera illegally disposing of commercial waste in the Independence Heights neighborhood. This enforcement action coincides with a $3 million city council proposal to increase surveillance and cleanup efforts to combat blight in historic Houston communities.
Real estate impact: Aggressive enforcement of anti-dumping laws and increased city funding for cleanup directly address blight, which improves neighborhood desirability and supports property values by maintaining the aesthetic integrity of the community.
Independence Heights Real Estate Market Reports Median Home Price of $330,000 for May 2026
Recent market analysis for the three-month period ending in May 2026 indicates a median sale price of $330,000 in Independence Heights, representing a 2.7% decrease from the previous year. Homes are currently staying on the market for an average of 78 days, a significant increase from the 40-day average reported during the same period in 2025.
Real estate impact: The cooling market and increased inventory suggest a transition toward a buyer's market, where sellers may need to offer more concessions or competitive pricing to attract interest compared to the rapid sales cycles of previous years.
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