“We cannot say enough wonderful things about Michael Padgett with the Sarah Padgett Team at Century 21 Judge Fite! Michael accomplished what felt impossible by helping us find our first home, close, and move in—all within 30 days! What truly sets Michael apart is his patience, honesty, and integrity. He was incredibly patient with all our questions and concerns, always making sure we felt comfortable and confident throughout the process. We never felt rushed or pressured, and we always knew he had our family’s best interests at heart. His dedication, communication, and willingness to go above and beyond made all the difference. He didn’t just help us buy a house; he helped make a dream come true for our family. If you’re looking for a realtor who genuinely cares, is trustworthy, and goes the extra mile to get the job done, we cannot recommend Michael enough! We are beyond grateful for everything he did for us. If we ever buy or sell again, Michael will absolutely be our first call!”
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Carter real estate Market Report.
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Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Carter
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Carter
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Carter
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Carter
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Carter
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Carter
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).
Carter’s housing market has shifted notably over the past year on a rolling three-month basis. Typical home values are up a bit, rising about 5 percent year over year, even as median list prices have fallen more than 10 percent. Buyers today are generally seeing lower asking prices than a year ago while underlying values trend modestly higher.
Looking at activity, sales have picked up sharply compared with last year, with homes sold and pending sales both more than doubling year over year in this rolling three-month view. At the same time, active listings are up by roughly a third, so buyers have more options even as demand strengthens. Homes are taking longer to sell than a year ago, with median days on market climbing to nearly three months. The share of homes selling above list price has dropped to zero, suggesting buyers may have more room to negotiate than in prior years.
Current supply conditions reflect a market that still leans toward sellers but is less overheated than in the past. Months of supply now sits around four months, and the average sale-to-list ratio hovers just above 100 percent, indicating most homes are still closing near asking price. With these mixed signals, both buyers and sellers in Carter can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help in finding an experienced local real estate agent to navigate the market.
Learn more about what Carter has to offer.
Carter offers residents a warm, close-knit community with dependable local services, strong schools, welcoming parks, and convenient access to wider amenities nearby.
Carter stands apart from nearby communities by offering a quieter, rural setting while still keeping daily needs and larger city conveniences within reach. Residents appreciate that life here moves at a more relaxed pace than in surrounding hubs, yet regional employers, shopping, and schools are easily accessible by car.
Local identity in Carter is rooted in long-standing family ties, working land, and neighborly connections. Community life often centers on schools, youth activities, and nearby regional events, with many families traveling into larger towns for games, fairs, and cultural outings. Parks and outdoor spaces in the area and surrounding region, such as Fort Parker State Park and Fairfield Lake State Park, give residents and visitors room to fish, hike, and camp.
Everyday errands often lead people to nearby towns with larger grocery options, healthcare, and shopping centers. For additional recreation, locals head to places like Lake Limestone or regional community centers and libraries, including the Limestone County Library and Mexia Public Library.
Because Carter offers a limited but steady inventory of homes and land, timing matters. Buyers benefit from understanding local property types, wells, and acreage, while sellers gain from strategic pricing that reflects recent rural sales. Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with a real estate agent who understands Carter’s market rhythms and can guide each step with strong local insight.
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“I've worked with Cherie on several different occasions, and each time have been totally satisfied with the results. She is very professional and dedicated to make sure that you the results that you are looking for. I feel very comfortable recommending her if you are looking to buy or sale a home. She's awesome!!!!”
“Lynn helped us with the sale of our first home and purchasing a new build. She was extremely professional, and educated us along the way, as purchasing within a builder neighborhood was a new experience for us. We love working with Lynn and will continue to do so! We have recommended her over and over again to friends!”
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“Diane has been wonderful to work with and overall better then I could have ever expected. The end result of purchasing my first home honestly became far superior as she fought and got a lower cost of the home and her recommendations of people to inspect the homes ensured to look into everything! I would continue to use her services and I have already recommended her to some of my friends whom are also looking to purchase a home.”
“James Exum was absolutely fantastic. His RE knowledge of the area and his willingness to go the extra mile for us was instrumental in my wife and I finding the perfect property.”
“Tyon is an outstanding realtor and grateful and thankful that we got to work with him. I've been trying to sell my home for almost 2 years before working with him and out of the realtors that I've had, he did the most for us. He is all about his clients and makes sure to have their best interests at heart. He helped us with any repairs that could be done at the house so there wasn't any extra expense on our end, plus he ripped out the carpet for us so we could get it replaced. For things he couldn't do himself, we was always trying to find the least expensive solution for it. He was very knowledgeable in his field and I couldn't have asked for a better person to help us get our house sold!”
“I have never had a realtor go above and beyond the way Brandie did. She was always following up and making sure our best interests were her priority. She marketed the property and followed up on all showings or calls about the property. Not only did she do an amazing job on the sale of our home but she also worked hard to find us the perfect home to buy.”
“I like how Robin listens to what a client needs and want. She took time out of her busy schedule to show me houses at the last minute. When I call mid day. Thank you so much for your help and understanding also support.”
“I had Teresa Von Illyes as my agent and she did great. Communication and honest feedback on the home was fantastic.”
“Jennifer was a great help to this difficult process. Would definitely use her again.”
“Vanessa Brown was my Realtor, and she is very personable. I felt that she knew exactly what I was looking for in a home. She was always courteous and willing to go the extra mile. It was a great experience working with her. When I hear of someone looking for a home, I will make sure to tell them about Vanessa.”
“Cher was the most knowledgeable about the market area and current property values. I would highly recommend Cher for any future realty needs. Cher handled everything in a very professional way and with boundless energy. Overall experience was perfect, could not ask for better results.”
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