A Houston apartment that has received several complaints from its residents has not only abandoned the property but has now filed for foreclosure, leaving residents in the dark once again.

During a time in which some people are being furloughed or have lost their jobs altogether, the reality of foreclosure can become a scary thing.

As home listings have decreased by about 5%, listing prices have increased due to the low demand and stay-at-home orders issued in Texas counties. In the Houston-area, there are fewer people listing homes for sale, according to the Houston Association of Realtors. According to Chairman John Nugent, real estate workers, who were designated as “essential workers” by Gov. Greg Abbott, are highly encouraged to use online resources such as Zoom to conduct virtual open houses and sending documents electronically. We found five pretty impressive homes available through foreclosure in the Houston area.