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* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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“Kelly was a delight to work with. She was always over prepared from the first meeting to every follow up conversation. She knew the market and comps very well. Kelly made the process seamless and without any drama getting to the closing table. We would highly recommend Kelly and plan to use her for our next real estate transaction.”
“Amy was very knowledgeable in how to market my house. She stressed location, location, location and did a very good job in portraying my house in a positive light. Her marketing skills are excellent. I would recommend Amy to anybody. I know my experience with her professionalism benefited me greatly. She made it look easy and that's the job of a professional. She is a professional. Amy sells Houston!!!”
“Billington was extremely hard working. He made sure that our home was presented beautifully both in person and online. He communicated with us throughout the process and worked diligently to get us the best offer! I highly recommend him for all your real estate needs.”
“We started our home search with another local Realtor. It did not go well. Made a call to Robin Rash and Thats all it took. Robin Rash hit the street running. She asked us whats important and what can be left out. Once Robin new what we wanted It only took 1 weekend of us looking at homes to find our new home. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. Thank you Robin.”
“The beach house was listed on a Thursday and the next day at 4:30pm, we received a call from Brooks saying the property sold for asking price! Can't get any better than that! Thank you!!”
“I am happy with the service that Catherine and Chad provided. They're both very professional and helpful. I highly recommend both of them. They go out of their way to make sure you're satisfied with all the transactions.”
“Kathleen was very professional and knowledgeable. She was very easy to talk with and communicate. I am very pleased and would highly recommend.”
“Amanda was great to work with. She provided me with contacts in order to complete repairs so that I could get my house sold more quickly. She also provided valuable information as to what the buyers are most often looking for. Thanks Amanda! ”
“Alma was a great agent and was very helpful for anything that came up. I would recommend her to anyone that is looking for a reliable and attentive realtor!”
“Wanda Pearson is a remarkable person—kind, helpful, and with a great positive attitude. She made the sale of this home go quickly and smoothy, and got us a sales price that was greater than we'd hoped to receive. I would recommend Wanda to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. She was great!”
“Kim was a dream to work with when purchasing our home. She listened to what we wanted and gave us her professional opinion. She was always available to answer any questions we had at any time of the day. Kim is a knowledgeable and experienced realtor. We are truly blessed to have had Kim on our team while purchasing our home!”
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Garden Oaks / Oak Forest real estate market, updated for October 2025. *
The typical home value in Oak Forest-Garden Oaks is projected to be $503,000 for the month of October. September’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the neighborhood to be $497,000—up 5.74% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, city-level data pegged home values at $345,000 in Houston for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $340,000 in October.
Oak Forest-Garden Oaks had 259 new listings and 193 listings that went under contract in September, decreasing the area’s total available inventory to 249—down 13.54% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further decreased in October.
The median listing price for homes in Oak Forest-Garden Oaks fell 1.96% from August to September, bringing the current median listing price to $500,000. Based on projected data for October, listing prices may continue to fall.
The number of days that homes have been on the market prior to going under contract fell year-over-year. In September 2025, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 41 days, compared to 54 days in September 2024. In recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be steady. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this October.
Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.
Garden Oaks / Oak Forest offers residents a friendly, walkable community with tree-lined streets, convenient local dining and shopping, ample parks and green space, and quick access to downtown.
Garden Oaks / Oak Forest blends classic mid-century ease with fresh, modern energy, offering leafy streets, generous lots, and a lively mix of local cafés, breweries, and family-run shops. Its central location keeps commutes efficient to Houston, while proximity to Greater Heights adds even more dining and nightlife options. Weekend routines often include coffee on 34th Street, a sand-volleyball match, or a sunset bike ride along the bayou.
Families value the neighborhood’s strong school options. The acclaimed magnet program at Garden Oaks Montessori invites hands-on, inquiry-based learning for PK–8 students at Garden Oaks Montessori, while neighborhood favorite Oak Forest Elementary and established Waltrip High School serve many area students. Parks and recreation are plentiful: classes and youth programs at Candlelight Community Center, miles of trails on the White Oak Bayou Greenway, and story time or study spots at the Oak Forest Neighborhood Library anchor daily life.
Housing ranges from lovingly preserved ranch homes to striking new construction, so there’s a fit for first-time buyers, move-up households, and downsizers alike. Community spirit runs deep here—block parties, porch hangouts, and dog-walking meetups are part of the rhythm. Whether you’re buying or selling, Agent Pronto can connect you with a top local real estate pro who knows how to navigate this competitive, character-rich market.
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