Where Bay City's Market Stands — Now

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Bay City Market — Months of Inventory
5.7
months of inventory
Buyer's Market
Inventory remains relatively steady, with buyers continuing to have options while sellers compete on pricing and presentation.
Current Interest Rates
Rates
30-Yr Fixed7.32%−0.17%
FHA 30-Yr5.38%−1.82%
15-Yr Fixed6.69%−0.09%
5/1 ARM7.00%+0.24%
VA 30-Yr6.89%−0.30%
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Week of
October 5 – 11, 2026

Broker's Post

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Bay City Market Pulse
Median Sale Price
$226,745
Slight decrease based on 180-day sold data
New Listings This Week
5
+4 compared with the previous 7-day reporting period
Pending Sales
1
−3 compared with the previous 7-day reporting period
Closed This Week
3
−2 compared with the previous 7-day reporting period
Avg Price / Sq Ft
$125.75
Slight decrease based on 180-day sold homes
List-to-Sale Ratio
95.34%
Slight increase based on 180-day sold performance
Avg Days on Market
84
No change based on 180-day sold homes
Months of Inventory
5.7
Buyer's Market MoM
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Price Band Breakdown

Active listings by price range — Bay City
Active
Pending
Under $150K93 avg DOM
12 Active
4 Pending
$150K – $200K103 avg DOM
27 Active
2 Pending
$200K – $300K106 avg DOM
38 Active
12 Pending
$300K – $400K148 avg DOM
15 Active
0 Pending
$400K+87 avg DOM
20 Active
1 Pending
112
Total For Sale
19
Total Pending
Most inventory choices available in the $200K–$300K range.

Supply Gauge

Months of inventory — Matagorda County
5.7
months of inventory
1 Mo Seller'sBalanced MarketBuyer's 8+ Mo
What this means: Bay City continues to offer buyers options while sellers compete for attention. Conditions vary across price ranges, making accurate pricing and relevant local comparisons important for both buyers and sellers.
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Broker's Commentary
Derek Nemec
Derek Nemec
Broker | Bay City Property Group

Average pricing softened slightly, while marketing times remained steady, reinforcing the importance of realistic pricing and strong presentation. Inventory continues to provide buyers with options, making a well-informed pricing and marketing strategy important for both buyers and sellers.

TAX RATE & EXEMPTION
Matagorda Co. Tax Rate
0.33651
county tax rate per $100 valuation
Bay City ISD Tax Rate
1.00069
school district tax rate per $100 valuation
Homestead Exemption
$140K
Texas homestead exemption
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