DFW Real Estate Market – Week of August 18, 2025
Market Snapshot
In one clear overview: DFW's housing market remains dynamic, with nearly 4,000 new listings and over 6,000 price decreases. Inventory is active, but opportunities abound, especially for savvy buyers.
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New Listings: 3,978
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Back on Market: 716
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Price Decreases: 6,071
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Price Increases: 358
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Active KO (Kick-Out): 82
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Active Option Contracts: 1,643
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Active Contingent: 422
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Pending: 2,683
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Closed Sales: 2,603
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Expired: 412
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Canceled: 1,300
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Withdrawn: 88
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On Hold: 404
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Coming Soon: 284
Summary takeaway: The market remains lively—with massive price movement (especially decreases), strong new listing activity, and steady closings—suggesting both opportunity for buyers and urgency for sellers.
Weekly Activity Breakdown
New Listings & Returning Inventory
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New Listings: 3,978 homes hit the market this week
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Back on Market: 716 listings returned, boosting selection
Pricing Dynamics
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Price Drops: 6,071 homes reduced in price—indicating sellers are adjusting to market conditions
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Price Increases: 358 homes had price hikes—perhaps in highly desirable submarkets
Pending and Active Contracts
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Active Option Contracts: 1,643
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Active Contingent Contracts: 422
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Pending Sales: 2,683
Closings and Market Turnover
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Closed Sales: 2,603 homes took the final step toward closing
Removed Listings
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Expired: 412
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Canceled: 1,300
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Withdrawn: 88
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On Hold: 404
Coming Soon
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Coming Soon: 284 listings hint at future inventory
Takeaway: Buyers have vast options—with both new and returning listings—while sellers are responding to demand signals with strategic price adjustments. Meanwhile, a robust number of homes are under contract or pending, keeping momentum going.
Trend Insights
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Price Adjustments Surge:
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The sheer volume of price decreases (6,071) suggests the market is softening slightly or that sellers are fine-tuning expectations in a competitive environment.
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Listing Volume Remains High:
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Nearly 4,000 new listings plus 716 returned properties keep inventory strong—offering buyers choices across price points.
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Transaction Flow Continues:
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With 2,683 pending and 2,603 closed, DFW’s sales pipeline remains healthy, pointing to continued buyer demand.
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Cancellations & Holds:
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A notable 1,300 canceled and 404 on hold show sellers may be reacting to changing priorities or waiting for better conditions.
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Trend summary: Buyers benefit from abundant listings and negotiating leverage, especially where price drops are common. Sellers must stay sharp on pricing and marketing to stand out in a bustling market.
What This Means for Buyers and Sellers
For Buyers
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More Inventory = More Options: With nearly 4,700 new/back-on-market listings, now’s a great time to survey the landscape.
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Leverage Downward Price Moves: Watch for homes with recent reductions—these often offer best opportunities to negotiate.
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Act While Demand Continues: With thousands of homes under contract or pending each week, desirable listings still go quickly.
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For Sellers
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Price Strategy is Critical: With many homes dropping in price, accurate, competitive pricing is essential to attract attention and offers.
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Highlight Unique Value: Offset market softness by staging, strong photography, or targeted marketing, especially in neighborhoods like Plano, Frisco, or McKinney.
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React Swiftly to Market Signals: Be ready to adjust pricing or re-market if buyer response is slow.
Should You Wait or Act?
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Buyers: If you’ve found a home you love, don’t wait—market activity remains brisk and options may shrink as contracts move forward.
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Sellers: If priced well and in good condition, now’s still a viable time to sell—but stay nimble on strategy and communication.
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