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Killeen, Texas real estate and neighborhood view

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Military-connected affordability with practical access to Fort Hood.

One of Central Texas's most active military-connected housing markets, with a wide range of price points and strong relocation demand.

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Housing Market

Killeen Median Home Price And Housing Market Dashboard

Median Sale Price

$239,000

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

Active Listings

1,445

Redfin rolling period ending Aug 31, 2026

New Listings

689

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

Closed Sales

476

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

Days On Market

63

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

Months Of Supply

5.5

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 Killeen 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 Killeen.
  • The 1,445 active listings and 689 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 Killeen 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

Killeen Housing Market Updates

Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026

Killeen market data for Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026

As of September 25, 2026, the latest public city-level data shows 1,445 active listings, 689 new listings, 476 closed sales, and a median sale price of $239,000 in Killeen for the rolling Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026 period. Redfin's rolling city data for Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026 reports 1,445 active listings, 689 new listings, 476 closed sales, and a median sale price of $239,000.

  • Redfin reports a median sale price of $239,000 for Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026.
  • The city row records 476 closed sales and a median 63 days on market.
  • Redfin directly reports 5.5 months of supply for the same rolling period.

Housing

Housing Mix

  • 01Large share of single-family homes, with both older neighborhoods and newer subdivisions.
  • 02Strong military-driven rental stock, including investor-owned long-term rentals near key corridors.
  • 03Mix of HOA and non-HOA communities, with noticeable condition differences by block and subdivision.

Living Here

The Killeen experience, beyond the listing.

Market Character

  • One of the most affordable entry points in all of Central Texas
  • VA loan demand is extremely high — sellers see strong pre-approval activity
  • Fort Hood creates a durable military and civilian economic base
  • Strong long-term rental demand from military families

Getting Around

  • Fort Hood (Main Gate)

    5 – 20 min · Varies by neighborhood and gate

  • Temple

    ~30 – 35 min · I-14 East

  • Waco

    ~55 – 65 min · I-14 East to I-35 North

  • Round Rock / Austin North

    ~1 hr 30 min · US-190 to I-35 South

Daily Life

  • H-E-B

    Grocery

  • Walmart Supercenter

    Grocery / General

  • Target

    General Retail

  • Sam's Club

    Wholesale / Bulk

Healthcare

  • Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center

    Military Hospital · On Fort Hood

  • AdventHealth Central Texas

    Full-Service Hospital · In Killeen

  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest

    Regional Medical Center · ~30 min (Temple)

  • Scott & White Clinic – Killeen

    Outpatient / Primary Care · In Killeen

Neighborhoods

Killeen Neighborhood Dashboard

White Rock Estates / Bunny Trail

Popular newer-subdivision Killeen with strong Fort Hood commuter appeal and a steady mix of VA and first-move-up buyers.

$250K – $370K

This is the Killeen lane for buyers who want newer layouts and predictable subdivision stock instead of older central-city housing.

Pros

  • Good Fort Hood access relative to many Bell County options
  • Large share of newer resale product with familiar suburban layouts
  • Reliable fit for VA buyers wanting turnkey inventory

Watchouts

  • Subdivision-to-subdivision value can blur together if pricing gets aggressive
  • Builder-adjacent competition can pressure resale leverage
  • Less character than older established neighborhoods

School Pull

Killeen ISD • Address-level zoning still matters

Drive Pattern

~10–20 min to Fort Hood gates • ~15–25 min to Harker Heights retail • ~30–40 min to Temple

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Yowell Ranch / Goodnight Ranch

Amenity-oriented suburban Killeen with larger family-buyer appeal and more organized master-planned feel.

$260K – $430K

This is a cleaner step up from entry-level Killeen when buyers want neighborhood branding, parks, and a slightly more polished streetscape.

Pros

  • Stronger neighborhood identity than many scattered Killeen subdivisions
  • Good option for buyers moving up from the lowest price bands
  • Community amenities help resale positioning

Watchouts

  • Prices can climb close to competing Harker Heights options
  • HOA tradeoffs are not for every buyer
  • Commute pattern still needs to be weighed against gate preference

School Pull

Killeen ISD • Confirm elementary and middle school assignment by address

Drive Pattern

~15–25 min to Fort Hood • ~20–30 min to Temple • ~1 hr 20 min+ to Round Rock

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Central Killeen / Older Core

Older housing stock, lower entry points, and bigger spread in condition, block feel, and investment profile.

$110K – $240K

This is where Killeen separates from the Williamson County suburbs on raw affordability, but it also demands the most careful property-level screening.

Pros

  • Lowest barrier to entry in the service area
  • Useful for investors or first-time buyers prioritizing price over polish
  • Potential upside when condition and block selection are disciplined

Watchouts

  • Condition spread is wide and due diligence has to be tighter
  • Neighborhood feel can change quickly from street to street
  • Insurance, maintenance, and renovation risk are more important here

School Pull

Mostly Killeen ISD • School fit varies materially by address

Drive Pattern

Close to older retail corridors • ~10–20 min to Fort Hood depending on gate • ~30–40 min to Temple

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Schools

School Districts

Killeen Independent School District

The largest district in the area, serving most of Killeen. Performance, programs, and campus fit vary by address, so buyers should confirm attendance boundaries and school options for any property they are considering.

High Schools

Ellison High SchoolKilleen High SchoolShoemaker High SchoolChaparral High School
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Copperas Cove ISD

Serves the Copperas Cove area west of Killeen, including some addresses near the Fort Hood corridor. Campus options and boundaries can shift, so verify the exact assignment for any address you are comparing.

High Schools

Copperas Cove High School
District Website →

Crime & Safety

Public Data And Research

Killeen can vary meaningfully from one neighborhood to the next, so buyers should review current public-safety information at the address level instead of relying on broad citywide averages.

Research Tip

Use current public safety data as one part of your research process and verify information for any specific address before making an offer.

Research Links

Killeen Police Department→Killeen Police Department Transparency→FBI Crime Data Explorer→

Taxes

Property Tax Rates

City Snapshot

~2.2% – 2.4%

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

Compare

Killeen vs Harker Heights, Belton, Temple

Harker Heights

Residential feel, Fort Hood access, and everyday convenience.

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Median Sale Price

$310,000

Active Listings

301

New Listings

147

Days On Market

64

Best fit: Buyers who want a more residential feel than Killeen without giving up practical Fort Hood access.

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.

Killeen real estate guidance

Want to know if a Killeen home is overpriced before you make an offer?

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Hayden Eastwood, REALTOR® with JBGoodwin REALTORS®, represents Central Texas buyers and sellers with property-level research, pricing context, and negotiation strategy.

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FAQ

Killeen Housing Market Questions

What reporting period does this Killeen market update cover?

This update uses Redfin's Rolling 3 Months city row for Killeen, 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 Killeen median sale price?

Redfin reports a median sale price of $239,000 for Killeen 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 Killeen?

For the rolling Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026 period, Redfin reports 1,445 active listings and 689 new listings in its Killeen city row. These figures share the same reporting window.

What does Redfin report for Killeen market time and supply?

Redfin reports a median of 63 days on market and 5.5 months of supply for Killeen during Jun 1, 2026-Aug 31, 2026. The supply figure comes directly from Redfin's MONTHS OF SUPPLY field.