Forney Market Snapshot – August 2025

Market Data for: August 2025

🏡 Prices Slip as Market Slows

The average sales price in Forney fell to $348,774, a 4.5% decrease compared to last year. Median price per square foot also declined, down 6.1% to $153. Homes are taking longer to sell, with a median of 59 days on market, up 15.7% year-over-year.

📈 Inventory Expands, Sales Stable

Active listings rose to 893 homes, an 8.6% increase from last year. New listings climbed 15.7%, giving buyers more options. Pending sales held steady at +0.6%, and closed sales edged up 2.5%. With 5.7 months of inventory, the market is leaning toward balance, offering opportunities for both buyers and sellers.

⏱ Balanced Market Requires Strategy

With more homes available and prices softening, sellers must price competitively and ensure strong presentation. Buyers benefit from additional leverage and time to decide but should still act quickly on well-priced homes in desirable locations.

📉 Market Context Matters

Forney’s growing housing stock means market trends can shift quickly depending on buyer demand and new construction activity. The Dunnican Team helps clients interpret these stats in context, ensuring smarter decisions in a changing market.

Source: MLS data via North Texas Real Estate Information Services (NTREIS), August 2025. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Forney Real Estate Overview

Small-Town Appeal, Big Growth, and Affordable Housing Near Dallas

About Forney, TX

Located just 20 miles east of Downtown Dallas via US-80, Forney is one of the fastest-growing cities in Kaufman County—and for good reason. Known for its small-town charm, top-rated schools, and affordable new construction, Forney offers a compelling alternative to higher-priced suburbs without sacrificing convenience or community.

As more buyers search for space, value, and quality of life, Forney continues to shine with its blend of historic character, modern amenities, and rapid residential development. Families are drawn to Forney ISD, one of the top-performing school districts in the area, while investors and first-time buyers appreciate the area's steady growth, low property taxes, and room to build equity.

Homes for Sale in Forney, TX

Forney’s housing market is dynamic, welcoming a wide range of buyers—from those just entering the market to families upgrading into larger homes. New communities and custom homes are being added every year, making it one of the most active real estate markets east of Dallas.

Home options in Forney include:

• Affordable new construction in master-planned communities like Devonshire, Windmill Farms, and Gateway Parks, often with community pools, trails, and clubhouses

• Spacious resale homes with updated finishes, larger lots, and modern open-concept floorplans

• Custom homes on acreage, ideal for buyers wanting more land, privacy, or room for future growth

• Historic homes near Downtown Forney, offering character, walkability, and renovation potential

• Investment properties and starter homes, ideal for building long-term value in a rising market

Whether you're buying your first home or upsizing to meet the needs of a growing household, Forney offers more square footage, newer features, and strong value per dollar compared to many other North Texas suburbs.

Why Buyers Choose Forney

Buyers are increasingly looking east of Dallas—and Forney checks all the boxes. It combines the affordability of a rural market with the infrastructure, amenities, and school quality of a suburban hub. The city’s ongoing growth means more options for dining, shopping, and recreation are arriving every year.

Here’s why Forney is on so many buyers’ shortlists:

• Top-performing schools in Forney ISD, known for academic excellence and strong extracurricular programs

• Master-planned communities with resort-style amenities and family-focused design

• A short commute to Dallas, Rockwall, and Mesquite via US-80 and the future expansion of major roadways

• Lower home prices compared to similar properties in Rowlett, Rockwall, or Sunnyvale

• A tight-knit community feel, with events like Forney Market Days, parades, and Friday night football bringing neighbors together

Forney offers that rare combination of small-town warmth and big-city convenience—and buyers are taking notice.

Your Forney Real Estate Experts

Navigating a high-growth market like Forney takes local knowledge, strategic timing, and hands-on experience—especially when new homes, builder incentives, and fast-moving inventory are in the mix. That’s where Cindy and Cory Dunnican come in.

As founders of The Dunnican Team at Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors®, they bring decades of real estate expertise and a faith-driven, client-first approach to every transaction. Whether you're building new, purchasing resale, or preparing to sell in a competitive market, Cindy and Cory are ready to guide you with insight, integrity, and a proven track record of success in Forney and across Kaufman County.

Let The Dunnican Team help you make your next move with confidence in one of North Texas’s fastest-growing communities.