As 2025 comes to a close, many San Antonio homeowners and future buyers are asking the same question:

“What is the housing market going to look like in 2026?”

It’s a fair question — after several years of rate shocks, bidding wars, affordability challenges, and shifting demand, the real estate landscape has changed dramatically. But the most recent numbers offer something we haven’t seen in a long time:

Cautious Optimism.

In my latest market update, I break down why 2026 is shaping up differently than the last few years, what signals we’re seeing both nationally and locally, and how these trends may influence your real estate decisions in the months ahead.

📺 Watch the full December 2025 Housing Market Update here:

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Why “Cautious Optimism”?

Based on the latest data, several important shifts are happening at the same time:

1. The market is finally stabilizing.

After years of rapid swings — first to the upside during the pandemic, then downward pressure due to higher rates — the market is finding its footing. Price growth has flattened, inventory has normalized, and homes are selling at a pace much closer to what we used to consider “normal.”

2. Inventory levels in San Antonio are now in balance.

For the first time in years, San Antonio is sitting at a level of inventory that creates a healthier environment for both buyers and sellers. This reduces the frantic pace we saw in previous markets and gives buyers more negotiating room.

3. Mortgage rates are easing, slowly but steadily.

Rates aren’t crashing (and that’s a good thing), but we are seeing consistent downward movement. This shift is already helping improve affordability and is expected to unlock more buyer activity in 2026.

4. First-time buyers may finally get some breathing room.

Nationally, first-time buyer participation hit historic lows — but that may begin reversing as rates ease and inventory grows. San Antonio, in particular, stands to benefit from renewed entry-level demand.

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What This Means for San Antonio in 2026

No, 2026 does not look like a boom year. We’re not heading back into a frenzy.
But it does look like a year where more families will be able to make moves they postponed in recent years.

A balanced market creates opportunities:

For Buyers:

• More homes to choose from
• Longer days on market
• Better negotiating conditions
• Moderately improving affordability

For Sellers:

• Stable pricing
• Less market volatility
• Motivated, qualified buyers returning
• A clearer idea of what your home is worth

The big takeaway?
2026 is shaping up to be a much more predictable and manageable market than what we’ve navigated recently.

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My Full Breakdown: Charts, Trends, and Local Insights

In the video, I walk through:

• National trends driving the 2026 outlook
• How buyer demand has shifted
• What rising inventory means for pricing
• The role of mortgage rates in the months ahead
• Local San Antonio metrics that reveal where the market is heading
• Why balance (not boom or bust) is the theme for 2026

Each chart tells part of the story — and together, they paint the full picture of where we’re headed.

Again, you can watch the full update here:

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Thinking About Making a Move in 2026?

Whether you’re buying your first home, selling to upgrade, or downsizing, the early months of 2026 could offer the clarity and opportunity many people have been waiting for.

If you’d like help sorting out your options or want a customized look at your neighborhood’s trends, reach out anytime.

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