The Dallas real estate market in 2025 is shifting toward a buyer’s market after years of intense competition and rising prices. Understanding current trends will help buyers and sellers make informed decisions in this evolving environment.
Increased Inventory and Buyer Advantage
Dallas-Fort Worth has seen a 53% surge in housing inventory in early 2025, with listings reaching levels not seen in over a decade. This oversupply creates more options for buyers and shifts negotiating power away from sellers. In March 2025, 66% of homes in the region sold below the list price, signaling opportunities for favorable deals.
Price Adjustments Across Market Segments
While luxury home prices remain resilient, entry-level and mid-tier homes have experienced price corrections ranging from 3% to 12%. This adjustment can help first-time and move-up buyers access homes more affordably in desirable neighborhoods.
Market Activity and Days on Market
Homes in Dallas currently spend about 49 days on the market on average, up slightly from previous years. The higher inventory means buyers can take more time making decisions without fearing multiple competing offers, providing a less pressured buying experience.
Mortgage Rates and Economic Fundamentals
Mortgage rates have eased slightly to around 6.5%, encouraging buyer activity. Strong regional employment growth and population expansion continue to support demand, preventing a market collapse while providing balance between buyers and sellers.
What Buyers and Sellers Should Do
Buyers should take advantage of the increased supply and negotiating power by getting pre-approved and working with local agents familiar with micro-market trends. Sellers should price homes competitively and be prepared for longer market times and potential negotiations.
Dallas’s real estate market in 2025 presents both challenges and opportunities. Staying informed about inventory, pricing, and economic shifts will empower buyers and sellers to make confident moves in this dynamic market.
Selden Tual
Rogers Healy and Associates Real Estate
512.944.3121