Have you been thinking about selling your home — but every time you open your phone, another headline scares you right back into “someday”? Let me shed a little light on that fear.
The short version: homes are still selling in the Houston area. Sales of luxury homes priced at $1 million and up are up about 17% from a year ago, while the overall market is up around 3.5%. People are still buying, and life is still moving families from one home to the next.
“I want to sell, but the headlines scare me.”
I hear this almost every week. You have outgrown your home. The commute stopped making sense. The house just does not fit your life the way it used to. But every time you think about listing, you see one more headline about interest rates — and you freeze.
I understand it. But fear built on a headline instead of the facts is expensive. So let's look at the facts.
What's actually happening in the Houston market right now?
Right here in Houston, sales of luxury homes priced at $1 million and up are up about 17% compared to last year. The market overall is up around 3.5%. That means the high end is moving almost five times faster than everything else — but here is the part I want you to hold onto: homes across the board are still selling.
Nationally, the same pattern shows up in prices. Luxury home prices are up about 4.7%, compared to 1.5% for lower-priced homes. Buyers with the means to move are staying active, even while other buyers sit and wait.
Why is the luxury market holding so strong?
Because the buyers at the top understand something worth borrowing: a home is not only a place to live. It is one of the strongest long-term investments most families ever make. They are not buying out of fear — they are buying with a plan.
And you can do the same thing. You do not have to be a million-dollar buyer to move with confidence. You just need the truth about your home and a clear plan for your next step.
So is now a good time for you to sell?
That depends on your home, your timeline, and your goals — and that is the conversation I love to have. What I can tell you is this: people are still buying, homes are still moving, and the families making smart moves right now are not fearless. They simply have the facts.
Because someday is the most expensive word in real estate.
Thinking about selling?
If you have been stuck in “someday,” let's trade the fear for a plan. The first conversation is always free, and you will walk away knowing exactly where you stand — even if the honest answer turns out to be “not yet.”
Frequently asked questions
Are homes still selling in Houston in 2026?
Yes. Sales of luxury homes ($1 million and up) are up about 17% year over year, and the overall Houston market is up around 3.5%. Homes are still moving and buyers are still active.
Is now a good time to sell a home in Fort Bend County?
Buyers are active and homes are selling. Whether it is the right time for you depends on your goals, your timeline, and your home — a free consultation is the best way to find out.
Will waiting for lower interest rates help me sell for more?
Not necessarily. Waiting can mean more competition and shifting conditions later. The smarter move is a plan built around your situation, not a guess about rates.
What areas does Roberta Meggs serve?
Fort Bend County, Richmond, Sugar Land, Katy, and Greater Houston.
Roberta Meggs, REALTOR® · Keller Williams Southwest · Serving Sugar Land, Richmond, Riverstone, Greatwood, Katy, and Fort Bend County · 281-512-2551
Sources: Houston Association of Realtors market data, June 2026; Redfin luxury housing report, 2026. Houston figures reflect sales activity; the price comparison is national.
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