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Waterview Neighborhood real estate market update

Each month, The Dunnican Team publishes housing market updates covering the cities we serve across Northeast Dallas, Collin, Hunt and Rockwall Counties.

Our reports are sourced directly from the MLS transaction data, not estimates or industry averages, and always compared year-over-year so you can tell what's actually changing.

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In Waterview, one of Rowlett's most amenity-rich neighborhoods, active listings rose 25.8% year over year to 39 in July 2026, while closed sales climbed 22.2% to 11. Months of inventory rose to 8.2, and homes closed at a strong 95.1% of original list price after averaging just 38 days on market. Pricing trend analysis is deferred to the broader Rowlett city report given Waterview's smaller monthly sample.

Waterview (Rowlett) Neighborhood Market Update | Reporting Period: July 1–31, 2026

Key Highlights | Waterview Neighborhood Update

Active Listings: 39 (+25.8% year over year)
Closed Sales: 11 (+22.2% year over year)
Months of Inventory: 8.2 (up from 5.8 last July)
Close/Original List Price: 95.1%

A note on this report: With 11 sales this month, Waterview's numbers are more reliable than our smallest neighborhoods but still modest in size — read percentage changes as directional. For a fuller read on pricing trends, see our Rowlett city market update, which draws on a much larger sample.

Waterview, one of Rowlett's most amenity-rich communities — golf course lots on Waterview Golf Course, catch-and-release fishing lakes, 14 parks and playgrounds, tennis courts, and a private waterpark — saw both inventory and sales activity rise this July.

ACTIVE LISTINGS & INVENTORY
Active listings climbed 25.8% year over year to 39. Months of inventory rose to 8.2, up from 5.8 last July, putting Waterview well into buyer-leaning territory relative to its own historical pace.

SALES ACTIVITY
Waterview closed 11 sales in July, up 22.2% from a year ago — inventory and sales both grew, suggesting more homes are coming to market and finding buyers, rather than simply piling up unsold.

PRICE DISTRIBUTION
Closed sales this month clustered in the $300K–$749K range: 45.5% between $300K–$399K, 18.2% between $400K–$499K, and 36.4% between $500K–$749K. No closings fell below $300K or above $749K this month.

MARKETING TIME & NEGOTIATION
Homes averaged 38 days on market, down 18 days from last July, and 25 days from contract to close, down 6 days. The close-to-list ratio held at a strong 95.1%, suggesting well-priced homes are still commanding close to asking price despite the larger inventory pool.

Curious how Waterview compares to the broader Rowlett market? See our Rowlett, TX Housing Market Update for the full city-level pricing trends. Thinking about buying or selling in Waterview? Reach out anytime — The Dunnican Team knows this neighborhood well.

Source: Texas REALTORS® MarketViewer — NTREIS data via the Texas REALTOR® Data Relevance Project, MetroTex Association of REALTORS® (July 1–31, 2026, compared to July 2025). Waterview's monthly sales volume is modest, and month-to-month percentage changes should be read with some caution. The Dunnican Team at Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors® | TREC License #0461619 | Designated Broker: Lori Arnold | Equal Housing Opportunity

Waterview Neighborhood FAQs

Is now a good time to sell a home in Waterview?

Homes are closing at a strong 95.1% of original list price and averaging just 38 days on market, so well-presented, well-priced listings are still moving. Inventory has grown, so competitive pricing matters more than it did a year ago.

Is now a good time to buy a home in Waterview?

Yes — active listings are up 25.8% year over year, giving buyers more of Waterview's amenity-rich inventory to choose from, including homes on the Waterview Golf Course.

How long are homes sitting on the market in Waterview?

The average is 38 days on market, down 18 days from July 2025. Add the typical 25 days from contract to close, and the full process runs about 63 days.

What price range are homes selling in Waterview?

Closed sales this month clustered between $300K and $749K, with the $300K–$399K band the largest single segment at 45.5%. For pricing trend data, see the Rowlett city report.

Is Waterview on the water?

Waterview is not lakefront and is not adjacent to Lake Ray Hubbard. Its water-related amenities are catch-and-release fishing lakes and a private waterpark within the community, along with golf course lots on Waterview Golf Course.

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