"Central Texas housing market steadies in first half of 2025 despite early-year headwinds"

According to the June and Mid-Year 2025 Central Texas Housing Report released by Unlock MLS, closed sales in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos MSA rose 2.8% to 2,823 sales compared to June 2024, while the median sales price remained flat at $449,900. Year-to-date, closed sales dipped 5.3% to 14,643 sales, a decline that was anticipated following early-year economic uncertainty. As inventory rises and market activity gradually levels out, the Central Texas housing market continues to demonstrate signs of stability heading into the second half of the year.

As of July 22, 2025, the average interest rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage in Texas is around 6.82%. The annual percentage rate (APR) for a similar mortgage is 6.847%. This is slightly lower than the national average.