The North Texas housing market might finally be finding its footing, and frankly, I’m here for it.

The latest Texas Housing Insight report from the Texas Real Estate Research Center shows something we haven’t been able to say with much confidence lately: the market appears to be moving toward better balance.

Here’s what I’m watching in DFW:

Inventory is still higher than we were used to a few years ago, but that growth is starting to slow.

Home prices are leveling out. The DFW median is holding around $400,000, with prices down only slightly from last year.

Buyers are still cautious. Mortgage rates and affordability absolutely matter, and people are paying much closer attention to their monthly payment.

Sellers are adjusting too. Pricing correctly from day one matters, and concessions are still very much part of the conversation.

What does all of that actually mean?

This isn’t a crashing market, and it isn’t a runaway seller’s market either. It’s becoming a more normal market where strategy matters.

And North Texas is definitely not one giant market. What’s happening in Celina can look very different from McKinney, Prosper, Frisco, or even the neighborhood five minutes down the road.

For buyers, more inventory can mean more choices and more negotiating power.

For sellers, it means we can’t just toss a number on the house and hope somebody falls madly in love with it. Pricing, presentation, marketing, and understanding your competition matter.

No dramatic headlines needed. Just good data, realistic expectations, and a solid plan.

If you’re wondering what your specific North Texas market looks like right now, whether you’re buying, selling, or just being nosy about your home value, I’m always happy to talk real estate.

Source: Texas Real Estate Research Center, Texas Housing Insight, July 2026