Bryan–College Station vs. Texas: December 2025 Housing Market Breakdown

The November 2025 data is in, and if you’ve been wondering how Bryan–College Station stacks up against the rest of Texas, the short answer is this: BCS is holding its ground while the state overall is softening.

Buyers have more options. Sellers face more competition. And investors—especially out-of-staters and Aggie parents—finally have room to negotiate again. But the way BCS is behaving compared to the statewide market shows why this region continues to be one of the most resilient pockets in Texas.

Let’s break it down.

BCS Home Prices Are Up… While Texas Is Down

BCS posted a 1% increase in median home price year-over-year. Texas as a whole posted a 0.9% decline.

That’s the headline worth paying attention to. While much of the state is experiencing mild price compression due to rising inventory and softer demand, BCS continues to inch upward. It’s not 2021 growth—but it’s growth.

This reinforces the trend we’ve seen for years: BCS doesn’t swing as wildly as major Texas metros. It remains steady, insulated, and demand-driven.

Sales Are Down Across the Board, but BCS Took the Bigger Hit

BCS closed sales fell 10.9% year-over-year. Statewide sales fell 6.7%.

A slowdown is normal when interest rates hover high and buyers get more selective. What matters is how the market reacts next:

• In BCS, slower sales = more inventory for buyers.
• In Texas overall, slower sales + declining prices = more negotiating room.

But slower sales in BCS do not indicate distress. They indicate a market returning to balance.

Inventory: Buyers Finally Have Leverage Again

BCS active listings jumped 20.6%, pushing the market to 4.8 months of inventory. Texas sits at 5.2 months, also rising.

More inventory = ✔ More options for buyers ✔ More value-add opportunities for investors ✔ More competition for sellers ✔ Longer days on market for overpriced homes

But here’s the advantage BCS has: our inventory level is still slightly tighter than the statewide average. That’s a big reason pricing here hasn’t dipped like it has across Texas.

Days on Market: BCS Got Faster, Texas Slowed Down

BCS homes went under contract in 72 days, two days faster than last year. Texas DOM increased statewide.

This detail matters. It means buyers are still moving in BCS when a home is priced right. The demand hasn’t disappeared—it’s just more selective.

Discounting: BCS Sellers Still Hold More Value

• BCS sellers average 95% of their original list price.
• Texas sellers average 92.8%.

Less discounting = Stronger market confidence and less downward pressure on pricing.

This is one of the clearest indicators of BCS outperforming the state.

Price Per Square Foot: Another Win for BCS

• BCS: $184.54/sq ft, slightly up year-over-year.
• Texas: $169.72/sq ft, down 2.7%.

Even with smaller homes, BCS commands more per square foot—another sign of stability and demand.

What This Means for 2026 Buyers & Investors

If you’re buying in 2026—especially as an investor—this environment is ideal:

• More inventory = more negotiating room.
• BCS fundamentals outperform statewide numbers.
• You can cherry-pick long-term rentals, student rentals, and value-add plays.
• House hackers and Aggie parents get better entry points.

It’s the first “balanced” year we’ve seen in a long time.

What This Means for Sellers Going Into 2026

• You must price correctly from day one.
• Buyers have options—they won’t chase overpriced listings.
• Good homes still sell and retain value.
• BCS outperforms the state on discounting, which is a major advantage.

If your home is updated, well-presented, and priced right, BCS data shows it will still move.

Want the Complete MLS Market Reports?

I’ve pulled the full November 2025 reports for both Bryan–College Station and the entire state of Texas. If you want the spreadsheets, charts, and every data point—not just the highlights—grab the full report using the link below.