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The Digest π²
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Homes of the Week:
Fairfield, under $750k and a hidden storage room behind the bookshelf [See The Listing].
Iβm a sucker for cottage style homes [See The Home].
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Whatβs New In Cypress π²
The Government Shutdown is Making Travel, Tragic
If youβve seen the madness unfolding at airports lately, youβre not alone. From hours-long TSA lines to grounded flights, travel chaos is rippling across the countryβand itβs only getting worse.
As of November 4th, wait times are expected to increase even further as federal workers like air traffic controllers and TSA agents continue working without pay. The result?
Longer waits, more delays, and cancellations β Fewer staff means slower screenings and fewer flights clearing for takeoff.
Unpredictable schedules β With more βsick callsβ and staff shortages, itβs harder to forecast when things will run smoothly.
Strained safety oversight β While officials insist flying remains safe, the stress on aviation systems is real, according to CBS News.
Smaller airports hit hardest β Major hubs can shuffle staff and absorb delays, but smaller airports often donβt have that luxury.
Until Congress reaches an agreement, experts warn the situation may worsenβespecially heading into the busy holiday season. [Check here for accurate Travel Times]
CFISD Adopts Lowest Tax Rate in Nearly 40 Years
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD has approved a 2025 property tax rate of $1.0669βthe lowest in nearly four decadesπ±. Learn how much Cypress homeowners will save, upcoming exemption changes, and where to view your full itemized tax breakdown on HCAD. [Read More Here].
Quick Facts for Cypress Homeowners
These numbers are based on averages; check HCAD.org for your actual tax breakdown.
π Item | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
CFISD Tax Rate | $1.0869 | $1.0669 |
Avg. Home Value (CFISD) | $350,000 | $350,000 |
Local Homestead Exemption | 20% | 20% |
State Homestead Exemption | $100,000 | $100,000 (proposed $140,000 pending vote) |
Avg. CFISD Tax (after exemptions) | $1,956 | $1,920 |
Avg. Annual Savings | β | $36 |
π‘ If Propositions 13 and 11 pass, the average homeowner could save an additional $300β$400 per year. [Read More Here]
In Other News:
Housing & Mortgage Watchπ²
Accurate as of October 23rd, 2025. Brought to You By Blair Realty.
Mortgage Snapshot
30-Year Fixed Rate: 6.17 % β¬ 0.02 pts this week | β¬ 0.55 pts year-over-year
15-Year Fixed Rate: 5.41 % β¬ 0.03pts this week | β¬ 0.58 pts year-over-year
Monthly average: 6.23 % | 52-week average: 6.69 %
Rates eased AGAIN this week and are hovering near the lows of the past several months, and Iβm thinking this is encouraging for buyers heading into November.
Houston & Cypress Housing Market
Houston-area median home price: $259,900 (β 9 % over 6 months)
Cypress inventory snapshot:
All Residential Listings: 1,187 (β from 948 last week)
New This Week: 103
Price Reductions: 569 (β from 431 last week)
Inventory in Cypress rose notably this week, signaling that more homeowners are entering the market. At the same time, the number of price reductions climbed sharply, suggesting that sellers are adjusting expectations to stay competitive. For buyers, this combination of growing inventory and motivated sellers could open the door to better negotiating powerβespecially if mortgage rates continue to hold near recent lows.
Mortgage rates are trending down while local prices are correcting. If this continues, fall could bring the most balanced Cypress market in over a year. Looking for your next home? Contact Blair Realty today.
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Resource List π²
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The 13 places for Best Live Music in Cypress! [Read it Here!]
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50+ lunch/Happy Hour specials from Local eateries
100s of grocery item specials (Aldi, Target, HEB & Walmart)
22 Local business specials
Events Roundup π²
There are 100 events to choose from this week (through Sunday). As always, links are below.
This Week We Have!
