DFW Housing Market: Boom or Bubble?
The Dallas-Fort Worth housing market continues to be one of the most talked-about in the country. With record-breaking price trends and fluctuating inventory levels, the question remains: Are we witnessing sustainable growth, or is this the calm before the storm? Let’s dive into the data from February 2025 across key cities in the metroplex.
Market Overview: The Numbers Don't Lie
Dallas: Median sale price at $428,000 with a median estimated property value of $350,200.
Fort Worth: Median sale price at $328,177, with active listings at 2,783.
Arlington: Median sale price of $333,000 and months of inventory at 3.83.
Frisco: A staggering median sale price of $627,500, one of the highest in the metroplex.
Grapevine: Median sale price at $559,000, with only 2.55 months of inventory.
Haltom City: Median sale price at $247,250, showing affordability compared to nearby areas.
Haslet: Median sale price of $417,850, with one of the highest list-to-sale price ratios at 99%.
Irving: Median sale price at $385,000, with active listings at 336.
Keller: Median sale price surging to $698,900, one of the most expensive areas in DFW.
Plano: Median sale price at $525,000, reinforcing its reputation as a premium market.
Is Inventory the Real Story?
Despite whispers of a slowdown, months of inventory across DFW still favor sellers. Cities like Grapevine (2.55 months) and Haslet (2.94 months) suggest that demand continues to outweigh supply. Even Fort Worth, with its larger market, holds at just 4 months of inventory, signaling that buyers are still actively competing.
Luxury vs. Affordability: A City Divided
The stark contrast between cities like Keller and Haltom City highlights a growing divide in affordability. Keller’s near-$700K median sale price is in a completely different league from Haltom City’s $247K. The same can be said for Frisco and Grapevine, both soaring well beyond the half-million mark, while Irving and Arlington remain under $400K.
What’s Next for DFW Real Estate?
The combination of rising prices and competitive inventory suggests that, for now, the DFW market remains strong. However, with economic uncertainties and mortgage rate shifts, the landscape could change quickly. Buyers should stay prepared, and sellers should be mindful of shifting demand.
One thing is certain—DFW is still one of the hottest real estate markets in the country. The only question is: How long can it stay this way?
