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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for August 2026. *
* 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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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Jefferson County real estate market. *
July 2026
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Monthly supply and activity totals for the latest available year.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026).
Inventory in Jefferson County is moderate, with about 970 active listings in July and months of supply rising to 4.4. Buyer activity is mixed, as homes sold fell compared with the prior month while pending sales jumped more than 50 percent year over year. Fewer closed sales alongside stronger contract activity suggests more deals are moving into the pipeline but taking time to reach the finish line.
Prices are showing different trends on the list and sale sides. The typical home value is roughly $219,000 and is slightly lower than a year ago, but the median list price is up sharply year over year, indicating sellers are testing higher asking prices. Compared with the state overall, Jefferson County remains more affordable, with home values well below the Texas median.
Homes are taking about 32 days to go under contract on a typical listing, a bit quicker than just a few months ago, and a small share of properties still go off the market within two weeks. Only about 4 percent of sales close above list price and the average sale-to-list ratio hovers near 96 percent, signaling ongoing negotiation between buyers and sellers. With conditions pointing to a mild seller’s market but more balance than many Texas areas, both buyers and sellers can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help in finding a local agent who understands these trends.
Jefferson County offers residents a welcoming community with diverse outdoor recreation, strong local services, and ample opportunities for work, education, and everyday life.
Jefferson County stands out along the upper Gulf Coast with its true mix of port cities, industrial strength, and tight knit neighborhoods that feel more personal than larger nearby metros. From the refineries along the ship channel to quiet streets shaded by live oaks, the area offers a strong sense of local pride and history.
In Jefferson County, residents split their time between work along the waterways and weekends exploring nature and local cuisine. In Beaumont, families gather at Tyrrell Park and Cattail Marsh for birding, walking trails, and wide open green space. The Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum shares the oil boom story that shaped the region, while Downtown Beaumont continues to add restaurants, music, and events that draw longtime locals and newcomers alike.
To the south in Port Arthur, waterfront access and fishing are everyday pleasures. Sabine Lake and Sea Rim State Park offer kayaking, camping, and quiet stretches of coastline that feel far from city pressures. Neighborhoods across the county range from established, tree lined streets to newer subdivisions near major employers and schools such as Lamar University.
With industry investment, evolving neighborhoods, and limited supply in some price ranges, timing and preparation matter more than ever. Agent Pronto connects Jefferson County buyers and sellers with the right local real estate agent so you can plan ahead and move with confidence.
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“Our second home with Daryl caring for the sale. We have great comfort that he cared for our needs and managed the tough parts of the transaction on our behalf. He allowed us to focus on our move here from out of state. Highly recommend him!”
“From start to finish, So Yong has been there every step away. Her guidance, expertise, and attention to detail was crucial to help me sell my house when the time was right. She advised me on repairs, staging, and most of all pricing. She has definitely went above and beyond! It has been a pleasure working with her!”
“Andrea was knowledgeable and extremely helpful and available to me. She assessed my situation and assisted in making things happen. I've recommended her to a friend and will continue to do so.”
“Alan was great to work with. Very responsive, Very knowlegable, and Very attentive to what we were looking for. He guided us through the process and made it all very seamless. 10/10 and definitely recommend.”
“It was a great pleasure having Thomas my realtor great person always available and making us feel good about the process on buying a home.”
“Was extremely helpful and understanding. Helped me through various obstacles thrown at us by the paperwork process overall. Objective completed”
“We worked with Melissa Bowers, she was absolutely wonderful to work with! She was professional, helpful, patient, and always made sure I understood everything throughout the process. She made buying my home feel so much easier and less stressful, and I truly appreciate all of her hard work. I would highly recommend Melissa to anyone looking for a realtor who genuinely cares about her clients!”
“We are very happy with the service we received from our Mrs Lee throughout the entire home-buying process. From start to finish, the customer service was excellent, and we always felt supported, informed, and taken care of. The closing experience was smooth, and we truly appreciate all the time, effort, and professionalism that went into helping us get into our new home. We couldn’t be happier with the outcome! We’re excited to finally call Texas our home and are looking forward to making memories and spending time in our new house. Thank you for helping make this experience such a positive one. We highly recommend Mrs Lee to anyone looking for someone who genuinely cares about their clients!”
“Thank you for all your help Cherie!”
“Sandra was an amazing realtor. She was extremely knowledgeable, meticulous, organized and put a ton of care and effort into finding us our house. Sandra was on top of the paperwork with the lenders and others involved. Sandra went above and beyond what we expected and will 100% be using her for our next investment. Thank you!”
“When deciding who to go with to sell our home, there was no question. My family always chooses Cherri' for buying and selling land and property. She is not only a trusted guide for all things real estate, she is also respected figure of our community. She deeply cares about helping people through so much more than just the buying and selling process. She knows the ins and outs, the why's, the how's, and everything in between. She sold our home quickly, and gave us a stress free experience, like she always does. We were able to focus on our move and getting our kids going at their new schools.”
“Met Martha 10 years ago when we first thought my husband's job was moving us to San Antonio. After spending 9 years somewhere else, we got the nod for SA. Martha was there from the word "Go". Sending new listings and patiently working for about 6 months until we finally closed on our perfect home. She has contacts for everything you will ever need.”
“Kathy Brinkley did an outstanding job helping me sell my home. It was my first home and although emotional for me to sell, she was professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I really appreciated her hard work and guidance from start to finish. I highly recommend Kathy to anyone looking to sell or buy a home!”
“We have had the absolute best experience working with Misti and her amazing team! We’ve used them in the past to sell our home, and we were so impressed with the experience that there was no question about who we wanted to work with when it came time to buy our next home. Misti truly went above and beyond to help us find the right home that met all of our needs. She was patient, knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely cared about finding the perfect fit for our family. We always felt like she had our best interests at heart and that we were in great hands throughout the entire process. From selling our previous home to buying our new one, Misti and her team have been incredible every step of the way. We couldn’t be happier with our experience and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. They truly go above and beyond!”
“Smooth transaction highly recommended.”
“Meaghan You done amazing job for us we thank you so much for everything. We ran you all over the place looking for the right place you was always in good spirits to help us out. God had a plan to resolve this mess were in. Always have Faith he led us through this journey and I believe we found the perfect place for my daughter and our grandsons. Thank you very much Glenn Koonce”
“Sarah, Michael and their entire team were all amazing throughout the entire process of finding, seeing and finally buying my first house! It went more smoothly than I ever expected. They made themselves available to me for all of my questions and concerns, no matter what time I needed them. They were patient with me and my "first timer" panic moments and never made me feel inferior. I'll definitely ask them to help me again and refer them to anyone who wants to buy a home.”
“Matt was very attentive and responsive. He explained a lot of things we didn't understand. i would highly recommend him anytime.”
“She's that 1 realtor you will want to use again and again!”
“Steve Creech is great!! I was totally in the dark on how the process of buying a home went and he literally took me by the hand and led me through the process. He answered all of my questions and took the time to explain things in terms I could clearly understand. If you are looking for someone who will go the extra mile for you Steve is your guy.”
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