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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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“Stella did an AMazing job listening and fighting for this close. It had so many downs that she still fought through it to close this deal. Stella is very honest and compassionate about her decisions and let's not forget her communication is outstanding! Thank you again for getting this deal closed I can't wait to work on future projects with you. Well Done Stella!!”
“Kathy helped us sell our house. She was very patient with our situation. Through a very complicated divorce, she was extremely helpful with the selling of our home. After a long battle, she held strong through the whole process. Extremely patient and knowledgable about real estate. Will use her in the future.”
“She is the best!”
“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!!”
“Pam Holmes is a down to earth, pleasant person with a great personality. We connected from the start. Pam handled everything right up to date of closing. She is excellent! Thank you, Pam, for a smooth no worries sales and closing!”
“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! ”
“The referral to a qualified realtor was efficient and hassle free. Albert Yanez was excellent to work with. We couldn't be happier!”
“Kevin was great to work with.”
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Sour Lake real estate market, updated for December 2025. *
The typical home value in Sour Lake is projected to be $168,780 for the month of November. October’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the city to be $215,000—down 1.38% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, county-level data pegged home values at $265,500 in Hardin County for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $249,960 in November.
Sour Lake had 1 new listings and 2 listings that went under contract in October, decreasing the area’s total available inventory to 14—down 12.5% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further decreased in November.
Of those 14 active listings, 28.57% reduced their price in the month of October. The median listing price for homes in Sour Lake grew 50.69% from September to October, bringing the current median listing price to $165,000. Based on projected data for November, listing prices may continue to grow.
The number of days that homes have been on the market prior to going under contract fell year-over-year. In October 2025, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 122 days, compared to 144 days in October 2024. In recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be decreasing. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this November.
Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.
Sour Lake offers residents a charming community atmosphere combined with access to outdoor recreational activities and local amenities that foster a welcoming and vibrant lifestyle.
Sour Lake carries a big story for a small city—mineral springs, early gushers, and the oil boom that helped give rise to Texaco. Today, residents enjoy small-town convenience with quick connections to Beaumont and Lumberton in Hardin County. Weekends often mean exploring the rare biodiversity of Big Thicket National Preserve or paddling sandbar-lined bends at Village Creek State Park near Kountze.
Families appreciate the strong academic foundation provided by Hardin-Jefferson ISD, which serves Sour Lake and China. Campuses such as Sour Lake Elementary and Hardin-Jefferson High School emphasize engaged classrooms, robust fine arts, and competitive athletics—fueling school pride that carries from pep rallies to community festivals.
Daily life here feels easy to navigate: tree-lined streets, friendly local eateries, and abundant outdoor options. History lovers make short drives to the hands-on exhibits at the Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum, while nature fans chase wildflower seasons, migratory birds, and stargazing skies just minutes from home. With access to major employers across Jefferson County, Sour Lake offers a practical balance of opportunity, affordability, and elbow room—ideal for first-time buyers, growing households, and anyone craving a steadier pace.
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