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Harker Heights, Texas real estate and neighborhood view

Bell County / Private City Guide

Harker HeightsTexas.

Residential feel, Fort Hood access, and everyday convenience.

A popular option for buyers who want established neighborhoods, convenient access, and a more residential feel near Fort Hood.

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Housing Market

Harker Heights Median Home Price And Housing Market Dashboard

Median Sale Price

$310,000

Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026 rolling sales snapshot

Active Listings

301

Redfin rolling period ending Aug 31, 2026

New Listings

147

Fresh inventory during Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026

Closed Sales

107

Homes sold during Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026

Days On Market

64

Median market time, Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026

Months Of Supply

5.2

Reported by Redfin for Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026

Latest public city-level data retrieved on September 25, 2026. Median sale price, listing counts, closed sales, median days on market, and months of supply come from Redfin Data Center's city-level Rolling 3 Months dataset, last updated Sep 3, 2026. These rolling city figures are market context, not a point-in-time inventory count or a valuation for a specific property.

Market Read

What The Numbers Mean For Buyers And Sellers

For Buyers

  • For buyers, use this rolling Harker Heights city snapshot as context rather than a property valuation. Compare a specific home's condition, location, and recent comparable sales before deciding on an offer.
  • Citywide figures do not show the full variation by neighborhood, price band, property type, condition, or exact location within Harker Heights.
  • The 301 active listings and 147 new listings are rolling-period figures; they do not guarantee that a particular home is currently available or negotiable.

For Sellers

  • For sellers, use the Harker Heights citywide median and market-time figure as benchmarks. Compare the property with recent nearby sales and active competition before choosing a list price.
  • The citywide median and market-time figure do not value a specific home. Condition, improvements, lot, location, and nearby comparable sales can materially change the analysis.
  • Compare recent nearby sales with current competing listings before choosing a list price, especially when resale homes and builder inventory overlap.

Fresh Update

Harker Heights Housing Market Updates

Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026

Harker Heights market data for Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026

As of September 25, 2026, the latest public city-level data shows 301 active listings, 147 new listings, 107 closed sales, and a median sale price of $310,000 in Harker Heights for the rolling Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026 period. Redfin's rolling city data for Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026 reports 301 active listings, 147 new listings, 107 closed sales, and a median sale price of $310,000.

  • Redfin reports a median sale price of $310,000 for Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026.
  • The city row records 107 closed sales and a median 64 days on market.
  • Redfin directly reports 5.2 months of supply for the same rolling period.

Housing

Housing Mix

  • 01Primarily suburban single-family neighborhoods with a more residential feel than nearby urban corridors.
  • 02Blend of established homes and selective newer development, often with larger lot variety.
  • 03Limited multifamily concentration compared with larger nearby markets.

Living Here

The Harker Heights experience, beyond the listing.

Market Character

  • Established neighborhoods with a more residential feel than many nearby alternatives
  • Fort Hood access remains a major factor in buyer decision-making
  • School-zone fit, parks, and daily convenience shape neighborhood choice

Getting Around

  • Fort Hood

    ~15 – 25 min · I-14 / local connectors

  • Temple

    ~20 – 30 min · I-14 East

  • Austin North

    ~1 hr 20 min · I-35 South

Daily Life

  • Market Heights

    Retail / Dining

  • H-E-B Plus

    Grocery

  • Target

    General Retail

  • Home Depot

    Home Improvement

Healthcare

  • AdventHealth Central Texas

    Hospital · ~15 min

  • Baylor Scott & White – Temple

    Regional Medical Center · ~25 min

Neighborhoods

Harker Heights Neighborhood Dashboard

Skipcha Mountain / Knights Ridge

Established Harker Heights suburbia with reliable owner-occupant appeal and easier day-to-day retail access.

$280K – $430K

This is the default Harker Heights search zone for buyers who want stable resale neighborhoods and a stronger residential feel than many Killeen corridors.

Pros

  • Established streetscapes with broad buyer appeal
  • Convenient access to Market Heights retail
  • Good balance between value and finish level

Watchouts

  • Inventory can be thin in the best pockets
  • Updates vary meaningfully by house and phase
  • Less lot diversity than some west-side options

School Pull

Killeen ISD • Confirm exact elementary and middle school pull

Drive Pattern

~15–25 min to Fort Hood • ~20–30 min to Temple • ~5–10 min to major Harker Heights retail

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Evergreen Estates / Tuscany Meadows

More polished suburban inventory with larger layouts and stronger move-up-buyer appeal.

$320K – $520K

This pocket competes more directly with the nicer Killeen subdivisions and selected Belton options when buyers want finish quality first.

Pros

  • Larger, more modern homes than many entry-level alternatives
  • Good fit for buyers wanting more finished space
  • Better chance of finding turnkey resale

Watchouts

  • Price jumps can narrow the gap with Belton or Temple options
  • Not every street carries the same resale strength
  • Commute value depends on where daily work actually is

School Pull

Killeen ISD • Neighborhood-level school assignment check is still important

Drive Pattern

~20 min to Fort Hood • ~20–30 min to Temple • ~1 hr 20 min+ to Austin north corridors

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Country Trails / West Harker Heights

Larger-lot and selectively higher-end Harker Heights with a quieter, more residential feel.

$350K – $650K+

This is the Harker Heights option for buyers who want more breathing room and less tract-style repetition.

Pros

  • More lot variety and a less cookie-cutter feel
  • Useful bridge between suburban convenience and space
  • Appeals to buyers who want to stay in Bell County without going fully rural

Watchouts

  • Inventory is thinner and often less interchangeable
  • Pricing is sensitive to lot quality and updates
  • Not the best fit for buyers who want the newest subdivision amenities

School Pull

Killeen ISD • Some pockets require closer zoning review

Drive Pattern

~20–30 min to Fort Hood • ~20 min to Temple-bound routes • ~10–15 min to Harker Heights retail

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Schools

School Districts

Killeen Independent School District

Most Harker Heights addresses feed into Killeen ISD, but assignment can shift by subdivision and grade level, so exact zoning should always be confirmed by address.

High Schools

Harker Heights High SchoolEllison High School
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Crime & Safety

Public Data And Research

Harker Heights reads as a more residential market, but safety and feel still vary by exact location, street pattern, and housing age.

Research Tip

Review current address-level reports before offer decisions.

Research Links

Harker Heights Police Services→Harker Heights Police Records Request→FBI Crime Data Explorer→

Taxes

Property Tax Rates

City Snapshot

~2.1% – 2.3%

Tax rates vary by parcel, district, and exemptions. Verify current totals for any specific address.

Compare

Harker Heights vs Killeen, Belton, Temple

Killeen

Military-connected affordability with practical access to Fort Hood.

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Median Sale Price

$239,000

Active Listings

1,445

New Listings

689

Days On Market

63

Best fit: Buyers who want Bell County affordability, Fort Hood access, and flexible VA-loan or rental strategy options.

Belton

Historic downtown, school-driven demand, and easy access to lake country.

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Median Sale Price

$320,000

Active Listings

217

New Listings

99

Days On Market

70

Best fit: Buyers prioritizing Belton ISD, lake access, and a steadier owner-occupant feel over pure commuter convenience.

Temple

Healthcare-job anchor with practical convenience and easy I-35 connectivity.

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Median Sale Price

$262,000

Active Listings

1,177

New Listings

506

Days On Market

80

Best fit: Buyers who want healthcare-employment depth, a broader price ladder, and more housing choice than the smaller Bell County suburbs.

Harker Heights real estate guidance

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FAQ

Harker Heights Housing Market Questions

What reporting period does this Harker Heights market update cover?

This update uses Redfin's Rolling 3 Months city row for Harker Heights, covering Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026 and last updated Sep 3, 2026. Every figure in this update comes from that same row.

What is the latest Harker Heights median sale price?

Redfin reports a median sale price of $310,000 for Harker Heights during the rolling Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026 period. This is a citywide median, not an estimate for a specific property.

How many listings does Redfin report for Harker Heights?

For the rolling Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026 period, Redfin reports 301 active listings and 147 new listings in its Harker Heights city row. These figures share the same reporting window.

What does Redfin report for Harker Heights market time and supply?

Redfin reports a median of 64 days on market and 5.2 months of supply for Harker Heights during Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026. The supply figure comes directly from Redfin's MONTHS OF SUPPLY field.