Houston, British Columbia
As of September 27, 2026, the median asking price in Houston is $339,750, across 18 active MLS® listings.
Those listings have been on the market an average of 84 days.
4 new listings came to market in Houston in the last 30 days.
Asking prices work out to about $174 per square foot, based on the 18 listings that report floor area.
Detached homes in Houston are listed at an average of $361,071 across 14 active listings.
Houston is a small, service-oriented community in northwestern British Columbia along Highway 16, functioning as a local hub between Smithers and Burns Lake. The neighbourhood fabric is primarily low-density residential (detached homes, some townhomes and small rental stock) with a quiet, family-oriented feel and easy access to outdoor recreation (trails, lakes, fishing/hunting). Demographics skew toward households tied to regional resource, transportation, public-sector, and small-business employment, with demand influenced by the stability of these sectors and seasonal work patterns.
Amenities are concentrated along the highway-commercial strip (groceries, restaurants, basic services), with most daily needs met locally and higher-order shopping and healthcare often accessed in Smithers. Schools and community facilities serve a broad catchment typical of small towns, and transit is limited—most residents rely on private vehicles, with intercommunity bus options varying over time. Real estate pricing is generally more attainable than larger BC markets, and the investment profile tends to be income-leaning: rents can be supported by local employment, but liquidity is thinner and price growth can be choppy, driven more by regional economic cycles and limited sales volumes than by strong in-migration.
Houston’s for-sale market is currently small and varied across the city, with 19 active listings ranging from more affordable options to larger rural and family properties, reflected in a median asking price of $324,900 and an average of $162 per sq ft. Listings are taking time to attract offers at an average 123 days on market so far, which can give buyers and investors added leverage for negotiation and due diligence. With 4 new listings in the past 30 days, fresh inventory is still limited, so well-priced homes may stand out even as the overall pace remains measured.
AI-written commentary on the active MLS® listing snapshot as of September 11, 2026. Not financial advice.
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