Carthage, TX housing market: September 2026
What's happening in the Carthage market right now.
Buyer's or seller's market?
Carthage, TX leans toward a buyer's market: homes in Panola County take a median of 79 days to sell, and the number for sale is −7% on a year ago. Buyers have room to negotiate; sellers should price carefully.
12-month outlook
−7.5% to +7% for the typical Carthage home value over the next 12 months.
A projection from past prices (the trend of the last 3 and 12 months, damped), not a prediction or advice. Local conditions can move faster than any trend.
Sources: Zillow Home Value Index, September 2026 · Realtor.com county data, September 2026. Listing figures are for Panola County as a whole.
Carthage market — questions answered
What is the typical home value in Carthage, TX?
$198,988 as of September 2026, +4.3% on a year earlier (Zillow Home Value Index).
Are home prices going up in Carthage, TX?
Yes — the typical home value changed +4.3% over the year to September 2026 and +6.7% over five years.
Is Carthage, TX a buyer's or seller's market?
It leans toward buyers: the median home in Panola County sells in 79 days (Realtor.com, September 2026).
How many homes are for sale in Carthage, TX?
80 homes were listed for sale across Panola County in September 2026 (Realtor.com).
Who are the best real estate agents in Carthage, TX?
Homegrity lists 59 licensed agents in Panola County, which includes Carthage, each license verified against the state register. Placement is never bought. See them at /real-estate-agents/carthage.