Austin’s Housing Market Nears Record High Active Listings by End of April 2025
The Austin-area housing market is on the verge of a significant milestone, with active residential listings approaching a record high by the end of April 2025. According to data from teamprice.com, as of April 17, 2025, the Austin Multiple Listing Service (MLS) reported 15,484 active listings, reflecting an 11% increase compared to the same period in 2024. This figure is just 698 listings shy of the previous high of 16,182, recorded in June 2024. With a rapid increase in new listings this month, the market is poised to surpass this benchmark, potentially setting a new record before May begins.
In March 2025, the Austin MLS closed the month with 14,639 active listings. By April 14, 2025, teamprice.com reported a rise to 15,241 listings, marking a gain of 602 listings over 14 days. This translates to an average daily increase of approximately 43 listings. However, the pace accelerated in the following days. Between April 14 and April 17, 2025, active listings climbed by 243, reaching 15,484—an average of 81 listings added per day. This surge in the rate of new listings highlights a robust growth trend in the Austin housing market during the spring season.
The data suggests that the Austin MLS is on track to exceed the June 2024 high of 16,182 listings within days. Using the recent daily increase of 81 listings, the market needs just 698 additional listings to break the record. At this pace, it would take approximately 8.6 days to reach 16,182, placing the milestone around April 26, 2025. On that date, active listings are projected to reach 16,213, surpassing the previous high and establishing a new record for the Austin-area MLS. Even if the rate of increase slows slightly, averaging 62 listings per day (based on the combined April data), the market would still hit the target by April 29, 2025, with an estimated 16,228 listings.
The growth in active listings is accompanied by a significant rise in months of inventory, a key indicator of market supply. Teamprice.com reported that as of April 17, 2025, months of inventory stood at 5.37, a 27.2% increase from the previous year. This reflects a substantial expansion in available homes, providing buyers with more options in the Austin market. The 11% year-over-year increase in active listings further underscores the market’s upward trajectory, driven by strong seller activity in the first half of 2025.
Historical context from teamprice.com shows that the Austin MLS reached a notable peak of 15,137 listings on June 21, 2024, with a 28.7% year-over-year increase at that time. However, the user-provided data confirms the higher benchmark of 16,182 listings in June 2024, which serves as the target for the current projection. The rapid growth observed in April 2025 aligns with seasonal trends, as spring typically brings heightened listing activity. The accelerated daily rate of 81 listings between April 14 and April 17 suggests that the market is capitalizing on this seasonal momentum.
As the Austin housing market approaches this record-breaking moment, the data points to a dynamic and expanding inventory. The projected timeline of April 26 to April 29, 2025, for surpassing 16,182 listings is supported by the consistent daily increases reported by teamprice.com. Whether the market achieves this milestone on the earlier or later end of the estimate, the trend is clear: Austin’s active listings are surging, and a new record is within reach by the end of the month.
FAQ Section
What is the current number of active listings in the Austin MLS?
As of April 17, 2025, the Austin Multiple Listing Service (MLS) reported 15,484 active residential listings, according to teamprice.com. This represents an 11% increase from the previous year.
When will Austin’s housing market reach a new record for active listings?
Based on data from teamprice.com, the Austin MLS is projected to surpass the previous high of 16,182 active listings by April 26, 2025, with an estimated 16,213 listings. If the rate of increase slows slightly, the record could be reached by April 29, 2025.
How has the Austin housing market’s inventory changed in 2025?
Teamprice.com data shows that active listings in the Austin MLS grew from 14,639 in March 2025 to 15,484 by April 17, 2025, with months of inventory rising 27.2% year-over-year to 5.37, indicating a significant increase in available homes.
