THE DUNNICAN TEAM

Inside DFW Real Estate

What's actually happening in the DFW housing market, and what it means if you're buying or selling. Monthly market data, neighborhood guides, and the practical details that don't show up on listing sites.

Start Here


New to the blog? These cover the ground most buyers and sellers ask about first — where the market stands, how the areas east of Dallas differ, and what to expect from the process.

Launching Your Home with Cindy Dunnican's Pricing in DFW

Launching your home with Cindy Dunnican's pricing strategy means setting the list price from closed…

Cost to Sell a House in DFW's Eastern Metro

Selling a house in DFW's Eastern Metro typically involves agent compensation, title company charges,…

How to Set a Competitive Listing Price in Rowlett's Seller Market

Rowlett's seller market in August 2026 showed a median sale price of $381,450, 3.5 months of invento…

Explore This Month's Dallas Area Real Estate Monthly Market Update Reports

Recent Posts

The latest on the DFW market, local neighborhoods, and what's changing for buyers and sellers right now.

Lakefront Living on Lake Ray Hubbard: 3422 Mallard …

Lakefront Living on Lake Ray Hubbard: 3422 Mallard …

May 12, 2026

Tucked into Rowlett's Mallard Cove, this custom Dutch Colonial–inspired home offers rare Lake Ray Hubbard water views, updated…

How Royse City’s Growth Is Shaping Local Home …

How Royse City’s Growth Is Shaping Local Home …

May 7, 2026

If you have been watching Royse City, you have probably noticed two things at once: the city is…

Is Heath, Texas Right for Luxury Buyers? A …

Is Heath, Texas Right for Luxury Buyers? A …

April 23, 2026

Written by Cindy Dunnican, REALTOR® | The Dunnican Team at Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors® Last updated: April 2026…

DALLAS METRO HOUSING MARKET UPDATE — MARCH 2026

DALLAS METRO HOUSING MARKET UPDATE — MARCH 2026

April 17, 2026

March 2026 NTREIS data shows a Dallas metro split wide open — Flower Mound and Richardson still tight,…

Living In Lavon, TX: Small-Town Feel Near The …

Living In Lavon, TX: Small-Town Feel Near The …

April 16, 2026

Lavon offers newer housing, small-town character, and proximity to Lake Lavon — but it's lake-adjacent, not waterfront, and…

It's a Buyer's Market — With an Asterisk. …

It's a Buyer's Market — With an Asterisk. …

April 8, 2026

Rates climbed back to 6.46% and Rockwall County's resale market sits near 5.4 months of supply — but…

Is Rowlett, Texas a Good Place to Live? …

Is Rowlett, Texas a Good Place to Live? …

April 6, 2026

Rowlett offers more space for the money than Rockwall or Heath, with the same Lake Ray Hubbard access,…

Renting Out Or Selling Your Garland Home: How …

Renting Out Or Selling Your Garland Home: How …

April 2, 2026

Renting out your Garland home isn't just about comparing rent to sale price. Permits, repair obligations, homestead exemption…

Sapphire Bay’s Ripple Effects On Demand Near Waterview

Sapphire Bay’s Ripple Effects On Demand Near Waterview

March 31, 2026

Sapphire Bay is years behind its original vision, and the City of Rowlett issued a formal default notice…

Eco-Friendly Home Upgrades That Add Value in Fate, …

Eco-Friendly Home Upgrades That Add Value in Fate, …

March 31, 2026

From design-center insulation upgrades for new builds to solar and native landscaping for existing homes, here's a practical,…

Buying A Lakefront Home In Rockwall: What To …

Buying A Lakefront Home In Rockwall: What To …

March 24, 2026

Lake Ray Hubbard living comes with extra steps most suburban buys don't — dock permits, flood maps, shoreline…

Inside The Retreat at Firewheel: $950K Home Tour

Inside The Retreat at Firewheel: $950K Home Tour

March 20, 2026

A fully renovated 4,556 sq ft custom home in the gated Retreat at Firewheel — heated pool, chef's…

Posts by category

Archives

Search Homes By Area

Explore the Area

Have Questions? Just Ask

  • Contact Information


  • Ask Us Anything