HamptonOctober 1, 2026 — The Dallas–Fort Worth housing market entered fall with steady prices and a slower pace of sales. In August, the median sale price for a single-family home was $390,000, unchanged from a year earlier. The region recorded 7,329 single-family sales, down 5% year over year, according to the August 2026 NTREIS MLS report.
Homes spent an average of 58 days on the market in August, while single-family properties sold for an average of 94.8% of their list price. Buyers had 31,072 active single-family listings to consider, representing 4.3 months of inventory. Those figures point to a market where buyers can compare options and sellers benefit from thoughtful pricing and presentation. Source: NTREIS MLS report.
Financing remains an important part of the decision. Freddie Mac reported a 6.95% national average for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage on September 17. Actual rates vary by borrower and loan, but the broader rate environment continues to shape monthly payments and purchasing power.
For buyers and sellers, the regional figures are a useful starting point. Conditions can differ considerably by city, neighborhood, property type, and price range. Hampton International Group helps clients look beyond the metro-wide averages to make informed decisions based on the market that matters to them.
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DFW Market Update: Buyers Remain Active as Fall Begins
In August 2026, DFW’s median single-family home price held steady at $390,000, while sales slowed 5% from a year earlier. Explore what current prices, inventory, and mortgage rates mean for buyers and sellers this fall.