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Houston TX home sales climbed 4.4% year over year in April 2026, with 8,196 single-family homes sold and pending sales up 9.4%. Here's what the latest HAR data means if you're buying, selling, or investing in the Greater Houston area this spring.

Wondering whether renting or buying a home in Katy, TX makes more sense right now? This post breaks down real 2026 costs for both options — rent prices, monthly mortgage estimates, equity math, and the market conditions shaping the decision today.