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Dallas-Fort Worth Real Estate: Inventory Rises and Sales Cool in October 2025

Based on the October 2025 market report , the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) real estate market is showing trends that are great news for buyers. A general cooling of closed sales compared to the previous month , combined with year-over-year inventory growth in both new construction and resale homes, is providing more options and leverage for prospective buyers.


🏠 New Construction Market: Inventory Up, Sales Cool


The new construction sector in DFW saw a slight decrease in active listings from September 2025 but a significant 9.0% jump compared to last year. There are now 9,397 active new construction listings. The average list price rose 1.3% from last month to $466.78K , and the average sales price also saw a slight increase to $552.60K.


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Key New Construction Market Trends:

  • Active Listings: 9,397 , a decrease of 1.6% from September 2025 but an increase of 9.0% from last year.

  • Average List Price: $466.78K , up 1.3% from last month but down 0.9% from last year.

  • Closed Sales: 1,847 , a decrease of 11.5% from last month and 2.9% from last year.

  • Average Price: The average price for closed sales is $552.60K , up 0.6% from September and 14.2% from 2024.

  • Months Supply: The market has a 4.83-month supply of new homes.

  • Percent of Original Price: New homes are selling for approximately 93.5% of the original list price. This is up 0.5% from September but down 1.3% from last year.

  • Days on Market: Properties are staying on the market for an average of 92 days.





🏘️ Resale Market: Inventory Swells, Confirming a Buyer's Market


The DFW resale market is experiencing a significant 9.4% year-over-year increase in inventory, giving buyers more leverage. Active listings stand at 26,561 , a 2.9% decrease from the previous month. With the months' supply now at 5.86 months, the resale sector is favorable for buyers.



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Key Resale Market Trends:


  • Active Listings: 26,561 , down 2.9% from September 2025 but up 9.4% from last year.

  • Average List Price: $461.53K , up 1.4% from last month and 3.2% from last year.

  • Closed Sales: 5,473 , down 1.6% from last month and 3.1% from last year.

  • Average Price: The average price for closed sales is $521.70K , down 7.3% from last month but up 10.5% from 2024.

  • Months Supply: The market has a 5.86-month supply.

  • Days on Market: Resale homes are taking an average of 64 days to sell.


  • Percent of Original Price: Sellers are receiving 93.3% of the original list price. This is unchanged (0.0%) from September and down 0.8% from last year.





🔑 Rental Market: More Options for Renters


The DFW residential lease market continues to expand, providing more choices for tenants. Active rental listings are at 12,254 , a 6.6% increase from last year , though this is a 2.5% decrease from September. The average closed lease price has moderated slightly.


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Key Rental Market Trends:

  • Active Listings: 12,254 , a decrease of 2.5% from September 2025 but a 6.6% increase from last year.

  • Average List Price: The average list price for a rental is $2.40K , a decrease of 0.7% from last month.

  • Closed Leases: Closed leases totaled 3,766 , which is a 7.3% decrease from last month and a 2.4% decrease from last year.

  • Average Price: The average price for closed leases is $2.40K , down 2.5% from August and 3.1% from last year.

  • Months Supply: There is a 3.20-month supply of rental properties.

  • Days on Market: Rental properties are taking an average of 49 days to lease.

  • Percent of Original Price: Properties are being leased at 96.6% of their original listed price. This is up 0.3% from September and up 0.5% from last year.



📈 Overall Market Outlook


The Dallas-Fort Worth real estate market in October 2025 is adjusting to conditions defined by higher inventory and moderated activity. This shift is creating great news for buyers, who have more choices and negotiating power. The average mortgage rate is 6.57% , which is down slightly (-0.06%) from last year. The significant year-over-year inventory growth in both new and resale homes  provides buyers with more options than they have had in recent years. The rental market also reflects this trend, with more available properties for prospective tenants.


Important Note:

This analysis is based on data from NTREIS (North Texas Real Estate Information Systems) as of October 31, 2025.  Market conditions can change rapidly, and this report is intended for informational purposes only. It should not be considered a guarantee of future market performance.    

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