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Keller Williams Signature
Isaias Contreras
REALTOR® | Greater Houston Area
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April 2026 Newsletter
Your Monthly Update for the Greater Houston Area
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Spring is here, and the Greater Houston Area is buzzing with energy — from record-breaking community events to a real estate market showing steady, balanced momentum. This month, I'm bringing you the latest neighborhood happenings, April's most anticipated events, a fresh look at our local housing market, and some exciting new dining spots worth checking out. As always, I'm here whenever you have questions about buying, selling, or investing in Greater Houston real estate.
— Isaias Contreras
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Community News
March Highlights
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Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Breaks Records
The 2026 HLSR set new auction benchmarks, with a Grand Champion steer selling for a record-breaking $1.5 million and a lamb reaching $1 million. Proceeds continue to support Texas student scholarships — a proud Houston tradition now in its 94th year.
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65th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade — March 14
Downtown Houston came alive in green as thousands turned out for the 65th Annual Houston St. Patrick's Day Parade. With St. Patrick's Day falling on a Tuesday, the weekend's festivities spread across the city for days of celebration.
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World Baseball Classic at Daikin Park — March 6–14
Houston welcomed the world stage as Daikin Park hosted World Baseball Classic matchups, showcasing our city's capacity for premier international events ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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54th Bayou City Art Festival — March 28–29
One of Houston's most beloved annual events returned to Downtown for its 54th year, drawing art lovers to discover works from 250+ artists across 19 disciplines along the vibrant Buffalo Bayou corridor.
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FREEKICKS Soccer Initiative Launches
Mayor Whitmire partnered with the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee to launch FREEKICKS Soccer — a community-wide effort to build and refurbish 23 soccer pitches across six Houston parks, expanding access for underserved youth ahead of the World Cup.
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Looking Ahead
April Events & Highlights
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39th Annual Houston Art Car Parade
Allen Parkway → Downtown Houston | 2:00 PM
The world's largest art car parade returns with 250+ rolling works of art and an estimated 300,000 spectators lining the streets — a true Houston original. Festivities begin at 11 AM.
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Fleet Week Houston 2026
Multiple Venues | Most Events FREE
Honoring the 250th birthdays of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Highlights include an East End Block Party (Apr 18) with live music, Lucha Libre, and BBQ, an aviation exhibit at Ellington Airport, and a patriotic drone show over Seabrook (Apr 20).
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Neighborhood Community Day — The Menil Collection
1515 Sul Ross St, Montrose | FREE
The beloved Montrose art campus opens its doors for a free day of art, live music, poetry, and family-friendly activities — a perfect spring outing for all ages.
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Earth Day at Discovery Green
Discovery Green, Downtown Houston | FREE
"Our Power, Our Planet" themed celebration featuring community artists, a fashion show, art installations, and a Houston recycled goods showcase. A great way to celebrate Earth Month with the whole family.
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ARTECHOUSE: Blooming Wonders
ARTECHOUSE Houston
Step into 26,000 sq ft of cutting-edge digital art galleries celebrating spring. This immersive experience features a vibrant digital garden that responds to your movement — truly one of Houston's most unique cultural venues.
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Real Estate
Greater Houston Market Snapshot
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Spring has arrived in the Houston housing market with renewed energy. According to the Houston Association of REALTORS® April 2026 Housing Market Update, the market is finding healthy balance — strong buyer activity, expanded inventory, and moderating prices are creating favorable conditions for both buyers and sellers.
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$332,000
Median Sale Price
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↓ 1.6% year-over-year
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8,196
Homes Sold (April)
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↑ 4.4% year-over-year
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~60 Days
Avg. Days on Market
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Up from 55 days a year ago
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4.9 Months
Inventory Supply
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36,572 active listings
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~6.12%
30-Yr Mortgage Rate
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Fluctuated 5.99%–6.37% in April
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+9.4%
Pending Sales Growth
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Strong spring demand signal
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Market Insight
The Greater Houston market is performing notably better than the national average — Houston single-family home sales are up 2% vs. the pre-pandemic baseline of 2019, while national existing home sales remain down 24.2%. More inventory is giving buyers breathing room, while sellers who price competitively are still moving homes efficiently. It's a genuinely balanced market — and that's good news for everyone.
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Source: Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR) April 2026 Housing Market Update. Data reflects April 2026 single-family MLS activity in the Greater Houston area.
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Houston Sports
April 2026 Sports Calendar
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🏀 Houston Rockets — NBA Playoffs
Toyota Center | 1510 Polk St, Downtown Houston
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Fri, Apr 24 | 7:00 PM CDT
1st Round Playoffs, Game 3 vs. Los Angeles Lakers HOME
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Sun, Apr 26 | 8:30 PM CDT
1st Round Playoffs, Game 4 vs. Los Angeles Lakers HOME
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⚾ Houston Astros — MLB Regular Season
Daikin Park | 501 Crawford St, Downtown Houston
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Apr 14–16 | 7:10 PM CDT
vs. Colorado Rockies HOME
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Sat, Apr 25 | 7:10 PM CDT
vs. New York Yankees HOME
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⚽ Houston Dynamo — MLS Regular Season
Shell Energy Stadium | 2200 Texas Ave, Downtown Houston
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Sat, Apr 4 | 8:00 PM CDT
vs. Seattle Sounders FC HOME
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Wed, Apr 22 | 7:30 PM CDT
vs. San Diego FC HOME
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🏈 Houston Texans — NFL Draft Season
NFL Draft | April 23–25, 2026
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The Texans are in full offseason and roster-building mode as the NFL Draft (Apr 23–25) takes center stage. Follow the organization at houstontexans.com for the latest picks, signings, and schedule announcements ahead of the 2026 season.
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Dining Guide
New Restaurants — West Houston
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West Houston's dining scene is heating up this spring. Here are five new and recently opened spots worth adding to your list:
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Upscale American • Energy Corridor • 11720 Katy Freeway (Energy Tower II)
A clubhouse-inspired supper club honoring local legend Mac Haik, featuring a copper-clad open kitchen led by Executive Chef Stephen Chiang. Expect elevated classics like hamachi crudo, truffle parmesan ravioli, and steak frites alongside craft cocktails. Opening May 11, 2026 — worth the wait.
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Sunday Press at Camden Park
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NOW OPEN
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Fast-Casual Brunch • Westchase District • Camden Park
A beloved Houston brunch concept has opened a new location inside the Westchase District's newest community park, offering fresh, seasonal fast-casual fare in a welcoming outdoor setting — the perfect neighborhood spot for weekend mornings.
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Wood-Fired American • Lazybrook/Timbergrove (West Houston)
Occupying the former King's Bierhaus space, this cowboy-inspired concept serves a wood-fired menu centered on steaks, fresh seafood, and wild game options including quail and elk. A rustic, elevated dining experience with a distinctly Texas soul.
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Taste Bar + Kitchen — Sugar Land
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NOW OPEN
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Elevated Brunch & Bar • Sugar Land • 1550 Lake Pointe Pkwy, Ste. 500
One of Houston's most beloved brunch destinations has expanded west. This second location, which opened in December 2025, brings their signature elevated brunch experience to Sugar Land — think thoughtful cocktails, chef-driven dishes, and a refined yet welcoming atmosphere.
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Gyro Hut — Katy Area (New Location)
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NOW OPEN
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Mediterranean • West Houston / Katy Area • Opened Feb. 27, 2026
This popular Mediterranean concept opened its latest Greater Houston location in the Katy area, serving chicken, lamb, shrimp, falafel, and chapli kabab over rice or in pita, topped with fresh vegetables and house sauces. A crowd-pleasing option for the whole family.
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Thinking About Buying or Selling?
With a balanced market and motivated buyers heading into summer, now is a great time to have a conversation. I'm here to help you navigate every step of the process with confidence. Get in Touch Today
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© 2026 Isaias Contreras | Keller Williams Signature. All rights reserved. This newsletter is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Real estate market data sourced from the Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR). Keller Williams Realty, Inc. is an Equal Housing Opportunity company. Each KW office is independently owned and operated.
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