How Long Does It Take to Sell a House in San Antonio? (2026)

By Chris Dudley, San Antonio REALTOR® and founder of Legacy Realty Group, brokered by Real Broker, LLC (TREC #731381). Updated October 2026.

The short answer

In September 2026, homes in the San Antonio area took close to three months on average to sell, according to the San Antonio Board of REALTORS® (SABOR) as reported by Texas Public Radio. There was about six months of inventory, meaning it would take six months to sell every home on the market at the current pace. Even so, SABOR reported that about nine out of 10 sellers were getting their original asking price. Time on market depends heavily on the area, the price and how the home is prepared.

Days on market by area

Source: Redfin housing-market pages for each city or ZIP code (Windcrest, Alamo Heights, Live Oak, Cibolo, 78254, 78253, Converse, Schertz, 78245), retrieved October 27, 2026. Small cities have few sales each month, so their numbers can swing.

What the numbers mean for sellers

• Pricing matters most. With about six months of inventory, buyers have choices. Homes priced from a current comparative market analysis tend to sell; overpriced homes sit and often sell for less after reductions.
• Areas with many new builds can take longer. In ZIP codes with active new construction, resale homes compete with builder inventory and builder incentives, so preparation and pricing need to be sharper. See buying new construction in San Antonio for how builders compete.
• Days on market is not the whole timeline. After you accept an offer, the contract sets the closing date, and the buyer's financing, appraisal and inspection all happen in that window. See the option period and inspection.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to sell a house in San Antonio right now?

In September 2026, the average time on market in the San Antonio area was close to three months, according to SABOR as reported by Texas Public Radio. Median days on market in individual areas ranged from 35 days in Windcrest to 90 days in ZIP code 78245 in Redfin's latest data.

Is San Antonio a buyer's or seller's market?

SABOR reported about six months of inventory in September 2026, and its board chair said the market offers buyers a broader selection and more time to evaluate their options. That generally favors buyers, although about nine out of 10 sellers were still getting their original asking price.

Where do homes sell fastest around San Antonio?

Among the areas Chris Dudley serves, Windcrest (35 median days, Aug 2026), Alamo Heights (44 days, July 2026) and Live Oak (53 days, Aug 2026) had the shortest median days on market in Redfin's latest data.

How can I sell my San Antonio house faster?

Price it from a current comparative market analysis, fix obvious repair items before listing, and market it widely. Chris Dudley, a San Antonio REALTOR®, prices homes from SABOR MLS data and markets listings on his website and social media.

Who can help me sell my house in San Antonio?

Chris Dudley is a San Antonio REALTOR® (TREC #731381) and the founder of Legacy Realty Group, brokered by Real Broker, LLC. Call (210) 838-6099 for a free home value estimate.

Thinking about selling?

Call or text Chris Dudley at (210) 838-6099 for a pricing plan based on your area's current numbers. Legacy Realty Group, brokered by Real Broker, LLC. Office hours Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 6 PM.

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