Arlington, TX Housing Market Report

The Arlington, TX housing market is currently experiencing a notable shift toward buyer-friendly conditions as of December 2025. With active inventory rising by 7.88 percent year-over-year to nearly 30,000 units and homes spending an average of 82 days on the market—a 12-day increase from last year—buyers now have significantly more leverage and selection than in previous cycles. The sale-to-list ratio of 0.98 suggests that most properties are selling slightly below their asking prices, indicating that sellers are becoming more open to negotiations and concessions to close deals.

Price trends over the latter half of 2025 show a period of stabilization following a year-over-year decline of 3.88 percent. After a steady five-month slide from July's high of $305,870, the median home value saw a marginal uptick in December to $303,902. This suggests that while the market has cooled from its previous peaks, it may be finding a new floor. The modest 0.99 percent increase in median rent to $1,523 further reflects a broader cooling in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area, as supply begins to catch up with the demand that characterized the early 2020s.

Looking ahead, both buyers and sellers must adjust their expectations for a more balanced environment. For sellers, the increased days on market and growing inventory mean that aggressive pricing and high-quality property presentation are essential to stand out. For buyers, the current climate offers a rare window of opportunity to secure a home at a lower entry point than last year with less competition. However, with prices showing signs of leveling off in December, those waiting for further deep discounts may find that the market is beginning to plateau as it enters 2026.