Austin Area New Construction Market Snapshot – October 2025

The Central Texas housing market continues to see strong activity in new construction. As of October 1, 2025, the MLS reported 4,297 active new construction residential listings across the Austin area. Builders are adjusting prices across the region, with 59.8 percent of homes showing price drops, 33.4 percent remaining unchanged, and 6.8 percent recording price increases. Overall, the majority of listings reflect downward adjustments, showing that pricing remains a key factor in today’s market.

Austin led the market with 697 active listings. More than half of these homes, 55.7 percent, have had price drops, while 40.9 percent stayed the same and just 3.3 percent increased in price. Georgetown followed closely with 503 listings, where 73.2 percent of homes saw price reductions, 20.7 percent stayed level, and 6.2 percent increased. Kyle recorded 237 listings, with two-thirds of those experiencing a price drop, while Leander showed similar trends, with 77.4 percent of its 217 listings marked down. Liberty Hill also stood out, with 75.9 percent of its 261 listings seeing price decreases.

Round Rock reported 169 new construction homes for sale. Nearly half, 46.7 percent, showed price drops, while 40.2 percent remained steady and 13 percent increased—one of the higher shares of upward price changes in the region. Buda offered 130 listings, and while a portion saw price cuts, the city also posted one of the higher percentages of price increases at 23.1 percent.

Several smaller markets showed notable trends. Del Valle’s 34 listings reflected a mixed picture, with nearly equal shares of price drops, unchanged pricing, and price increases. Dripping Springs, with 57 listings, leaned toward higher prices, with 56.1 percent of homes seeing increases. Spicewood recorded 56 listings, and more than two-thirds of those homes rose in price, making it the area with the strongest upward trend.

The data highlights contrasting market conditions across Central Texas. Communities such as Georgetown, Leander, and Liberty Hill are leading in price reductions, suggesting competitive adjustments among builders. In contrast, Spicewood and Dripping Springs are moving in the opposite direction, with more listings showing price increases. Taken together, the numbers show that while the Austin area new construction market remains active, pricing strategies vary widely depending on location.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Austin’s New Construction Market

How many new construction homes are for sale in Austin right now? 

As of September 2025, there are 697 active new construction listings in Austin. Across the broader Central Texas area, there are 4,297 homes available. Get the full report​

Are new construction home prices in Austin going up or down? 

Most new construction listings in the Austin area are showing price reductions. Overall, 59.8 percent of active homes have had price drops, while only 6.8 percent have seen increases.

Which Austin-area cities have the most new construction price drops? 

Georgetown, Leander, and Liberty Hill have some of the highest shares of price reductions, with more than 70 percent of listings showing lower prices compared to earlier this year.

Where are new construction home prices rising in Central Texas? 

Spicewood and Dripping Springs stand out with more listings showing price increases. In Spicewood, 66.1 percent of homes went up in price, while Dripping Springs reported increases on 56.1 percent of listings.

Is Round Rock a competitive market for new homes?

 Round Rock offers 169 active new construction listings. While 46.7 percent of homes had price drops, it also has one of the higher rates of price increases at 13 percent, suggesting a more balanced pricing trend compared to nearby cities.

What does the September 2025 snapshot tell us about new construction overall? 

The snapshot shows that most of the region is seeing price reductions as builders adjust to demand. However, certain areas like Spicewood and Dripping Springs are experiencing rising prices, highlighting how trends can vary across different Central Texas markets.