Leslie Lerner Properties

07/09/2026

REAL ESTATE MARKET NEWS FOR JULY 2026
Housing Stats • Pricing Matters

SINGLE FAMILY HOME SALES RISE IN JUNE

According to the Houston Association of Realtors’ June 2026 Housing Market Update, the Houston housing market continues to show steady activity. Single-family home sales increased 3.5% compared to June 2025 and 2.2% from May 2026.

Pending sales, homes that are under contract and expected to close in the coming months, rose 12.3% year over year, although they were 4.0% lower than the previous month.

Overall, sales across all property types were 2.6% higher than a year ago but 6.5% lower than the previous month.

Housing inventory continues to grow, with active listings increasing 2.2% from last year and 4.1% from the previous month, giving buyers more choices than they’ve had in recent years.

Homes are also selling a little faster, with the average days on market declining to 52 days.

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06/10/2026

June News You Can Use
Housing Stats • Save Thousands When Buying or Selling • Leslie in Houston Agent Magazine

SUMMER MARKET SHOWS STRENGTH

The Greater Houston housing market is showing renewed momentum heading into summer, with pending sales of single-family homes rising 5.8% year over year to their strongest level since May 2022. The increase in newly signed purchase contracts points to growing buyer demand across the region despite a slight 3.2% decline in closed single-family sales compared to a year ago. Overall property sales totaled 10,088 in May, down 3.1% year over year but up 13.8% from April. Meanwhile, active listings edged up just 0.7% from a year ago, suggesting inventory growth continues to moderate. The rise in pending sales is an encouraging sign that stronger closed sales could follow in the coming months.

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06/01/2026

I'm honored to once again be included in Houston Agent Magazine's Who's Who in Houston Real Estate.

As a fourth-generation Houstonian, educator, broker, and entrepreneur, I've spent my career looking for ways to make real estate more transparent and accessible. From pioneering flat-fee listings and rebated commissions to developing LernMore, my focus has remained the same, empowering consumers with knowledge.

Thank you to everyone who has supported my vision over the years. Your trust has allowed me to continue challenging the status quo and creating solutions that help people make more informed decisions.

I'm grateful for the recognition and excited to continue building the future of consumer education in real estate.

https://houstonagentmagazine.com/whos-who-2026/leslie-lerner-8/

05/17/2026

Heights Area Real Estate Listing – 1106 W. 18th

Charming 2-story 3BD/2.5BA home in the heart of Houston Heights. Built in 2008 with only one owner, this Victorian-style home is tucked privately behind three rows of similar homes.

https://www.har.com/s/PoDV4w5JY95

For Sale: 1106 W 18th St, Houston, TX 77008 ∙ $490,000 ∙ 0.06 Acres Lot ∙ 1,782 Sqft, 3 beds, 2 full and 1 half baths, Single-Family ∙ View more.

05/14/2026

Grand Mission Estates Real Estate Listing – 20403 Windcrest Colony Trail

Terrific one-story home on a fabulous corner lot featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a spacious 3-car garage with epoxy flooring.

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For Sale: 20403 Windcrest Colony Trl, Richmond, TX 77407 ∙ $325,000 ∙ 0.16 Acres Lot ∙ 1,632 Sqft, 3 beds, 2 full baths, Single-Family ∙ View more.

05/14/2026

May News You Can Use
Housing Stats • Memorial Day Sales Tax Holiday

HOUSTON HOUSING MARKET GAINS STEAM: SALES UP AND INVENTORY RISING

Houston’s housing market showed continued momentum in April. According to the Houston Association of Realtors’ April 2026 Housing Market Update, single-family home sales increased 4.4% compared to last year and rose 7.2% from March.

Across all property types in the Greater Houston area, sales were up 3.1% year over year and climbed 6.3% month over month. Active listings also increased 3.3% from March to April, while average days on market is 60 days, signaling a market with more options for buyers and steady demand.

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04/29/2026

Beautifully restored historic Craftsman in the Germantown Historic District, blending timeless character with modern comfort. Features include reclaimed flooring, original period lighting, stained glass windows, decorative accents, high ceilings, and large, working original copper-insulated windows. Large second floor primary suite and amazing 400sf enclosed porch overlooking the lush backyard.

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For Sale: 209 E Woodland St, Houston, TX 77009 ∙ $1,198,000 ∙ 0.14 Acres Lot ∙ 2,122 Sqft, 3 beds, 2 full baths, Single-Family ∙ View more.