“After trying a different realtor and coming up dry, Brent was a cold drink on a hot Texas day. We are new to the DFW area, and we knew our house purchasing limits could make finding a house quite difficult. Brent listened to our situation and didn't hesitate to provide quality service, even if it meant we weren't going to bring him a substantial commission. We were especially thankful for his knowledge and thoroughness in writing up our first offer for a house (that we ended up not purchasing) and for including an option clause we didn't know we needed to ask for. The next day, we found a different house that was a better fit for our family and because of that option clause, we could make an offer on the second and, if accepted, pull out of the first house. We did, and Brent was there, helping us walk through the process the whole time. We appreciate his professionalism as well as his relatability. Highly, highly recommend working with him!”
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Shelby County real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Shelby County real estate market. *
Monthly Pricing Trends for Shelby County
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Monthly Inventory and Sales Activity for Shelby County
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 (Aug 2026).
Shelby County home prices have shifted sharply over the past year, with the typical home value down nearly 40 percent. Median list prices show an even steeper year-over-year drop of nearly two thirds, signaling sellers have been adjusting expectations. Compared with Texas overall, where prices are down only slightly, this county is experiencing a much more pronounced reset.
Looking at August 2026, the median list price was about $185,000, with a typical home value around $148,000. Homes are taking a median of 45 days to sell, which is roughly half as long as a year ago, suggesting that appropriately priced properties can still find buyers at a reasonable pace.
Inventory is very elevated, with months of supply at 18.8 compared with 5.7 months across Texas, placing Shelby County firmly in buyer’s market territory. Active listings are only modestly lower than last year, while homes sold have fallen by about 70 percent, so options are plentiful but closed sales remain limited. New listings are up strongly year over year and pending sales have risen as well, hinting that activity is still moving even if volumes are low. With an average sale-to-list ratio near 90 percent and no homes selling above list, negotiating power currently leans toward buyers. Both buyers and sellers can benefit from an experienced local agent, and Agent Pronto can connect them with the right professional to guide every step.
Learn more about what Shelby County has to offer.
Shelby County offers residents a welcoming, community-focused lifestyle with strong schools, abundant outdoor recreation, thriving local businesses, and opportunities to grow, connect, and belong.
Shelby County offers a quieter, more close‑knit lifestyle than larger nearby markets like Nacogdoches County or Harrison County, while still keeping you within practical reach of regional employers, colleges, and medical centers. Center, the county seat, anchors daily life with local shops around the historic square, regular events, and access to schools in Center ISD.
Outdoor recreation is a major draw. Residents spend weekends at Toledo Bend Reservoir fishing, boating, or relaxing at lakeside parks. Birdwatchers and hunters head to nearby Sabine National Forest, while local parks like Portacool Park in Center offer walking paths, playgrounds, and athletic fields.
Smaller communities such as Timpson, Tenaha, and Joaquin maintain strong school spirit and Friday night traditions through districts like Timpson ISD and Joaquin ISD. Longtime residents value friendships that span generations, and newcomers often find it easy to plug into church groups, youth sports, and civic organizations.
With inventory and prices shifting from season to season, timing your move in Shelby County matters. Whether you are a local homeowner considering your next step or relocating for more space and a slower pace, being prepared with a clear strategy is essential. Agent Pronto connects you with a knowledgeable Shelby County real estate agent who can help both buyers and sellers move confidently.
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“Loved working with her! She was very knowledgeable and helpful. We would definitely recommend her to anyone that asks for an excellent realtor.”
“We had a great experience working with Nichelle Boyland as our real estate agent. She was professional, responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to helping us throughout the entire home-buying process. Nichelle made sure our questions were answered, kept us informed, and helped make what can be a stressful process much easier. We truly appreciate her dedication and would highly recommend Nichelle to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy real estate agent.”
“I am a local general contractor and I have worked with Justin on multiple projects. He is always very easy to communicate with and get ahold of. I highly recommended Justin.”
“We were origianlly with a friend of ours to sell our house and a year had gone by with little to no engagement for our house. So Yong Yu made sure our house was visibly ready for possible buyers, repairs were taken care of in our abscence, and negotiations were to our requests. We are so thankful for So Yong Yu for getting our house sold within 6 months of being under her care.”
“Bryan was an excellent broker, very professional, helpful and knowledgeable. I was very happy and satisfied with Bryan's service and help.”
“Laura is a superstar! She is knowledgeable and trustworthy. She knows how to get a deal done. We trust her insight. Her experience and expertise are very valuable to us. She is and will always be our first choice to do deals with. She represents us and our interests well. I recommend her!”
“Misti and Jeanie did a fabulous job selling my mom's house. I was Blessed to have worked with them. Thank you Misti and Jeanie.”
“Nick has sold 2 houses for us in the past 5 years. The most recent house went under contract within 2 days of listing. He has the best marketing, with behind the scenes marketing to other agents. He uses a great photographer that makes your house look like a layout for House Beautiful! He seems to be the hardest working guy in the biz, but also always has time to respond to a call or text. He is a really good guy. HE GETS THE JOB DONE. Out of all the R/E agents we have worked with in the past, Nick has always exceeded our expectations. If you are in the market to sell a house, call Nick first.”
“Using Kathy to list and find a buyer for our unique property, marketing it and not giving up was an easy choice to make when asking her to represent us in purchasing our next home! She went above and beyond in both transactions.”
“Mickey Patel has been our commercial real estate realtor and has assisted us with land purchase transactions for my clients in Land Development. He is knowledgeable, professional, responsive, and attentive throughout every stage of the process. Mickey understands the commercial real estate market, communicates clearly, and consistently works to protect his clients’ interests. I greatly value his integrity, dedication, and dependable service, and I highly recommend him to anyone seeking an experienced and trustworthy commercial real estate professional.”
“I was moving for a work relocation and needed to find a house that suited our needs ASAP. Kelly made some recommendations and then listened to our feedback to help us find the best house for us on the market. She was available for our first visit from out of state the weekend after we were refferred which was of great help to us. She was very well organized and always found items both good and bad to point out about the houses that we hadnt noticed. She also managed all of our inspections since we couldnt be present (out of state). We were able to view and purchase the house in time to have our house for my move by date and not have to get an apartment just to start work.”
“Sandra is wonderful, answered all my questions and guided me every step of the way on what to expect and so on. She is extremely knowledgeable, very professional, friendly. There were times I called her with questions. Never did she mind or get frustrated, always happy to help. I recommend Sandra to anyone looking to get things done. No need to look any further, with Sandra you are in great hands.”
“Rebekah was patient and easy to work with. She kept me informed throughout the entire process and made sure the purchase went as planned. I will recommend her to anyone needing an agent.”
“Esanet Benedict is a rock star agent in my opinion. Everything went so smooth. I never dreamed my house would sell so fast. She was by my side every step of the way. I would never use anyone else as my realtor. Thank you Esy, for doing such a fantastic job with my home. It meant the world to me.”
“Treated like family during the whole process and had knowledge on every question i had.”
“Leslie went above and beyond to help us as first time homebuyers! She walked us through every step and supported us throughout the entire process, answering any questions and staying on top of every detail! She truly had our best interests at heart and we couldn't be happier with our new home!”
“Justin was the best of the best. Promptly returned messages, great communication and high professionalism. I would highly recommend Justin. He is the best realtor in Austin!”
“Chanda went above and beyond while assisting my family find our home. She went the extra mile to ensure she was always reachable with questions and concerns throughout our process. Chanda was knowledgeable and caring throughout the process. Chanda made the home purchasing process feel painless and easy. I highly recommend reaching out and utilizing her expertise and professionalism.”
“Lakesha was absolutely amazing throughout our home-buying process! She was incredibly helpful, responsive, and patient every step of the way. She made what could have been a stressful process feel so much easier and was always available to answer our questions and keep us informed. We truly appreciated her knowledge, professionalism, and dedication to helping us find the right home. We couldn’t have asked for a better person to have by our side during such an important process. Highly recommend Lakesha to anyone looking to buy a home! ❤️”
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