Waterview (Rowlett) Housing Market Update – January 2026
Reporting Period: Jan 1–Jan 31, 2026 • Data via NTREIS
Key Highlights
- Median Price: $525,000 (+2.3% YoY)
- Closed Sales: 3 (+50.0% YoY)
- Active Listings: 14 (−26.3% YoY)
- Months of Inventory: 4.7 (+1.0 YoY)
PRICES
Waterview’s median sold price rose to $525,000 in January, a 2.3% increase compared to January 2025. This uptick suggests continued value stability within this golf-course community, even as broader market conditions shift. Lifestyle appeal and neighborhood identity continue to support pricing.
SALES ACTIVITY
Closed sales increased to 3, up 50% from last January’s 2 sales. While total volume is small (as expected in a single neighborhood), the increase signals that demand remains present for well-positioned homes in Waterview.
INVENTORY
Active listings declined to 14, down 26.3% year over year from 19 homes last January. Fewer available properties can tighten competition, particularly for updated homes with strong golf course or amenity positioning.
MARKET BALANCE
Months of inventory increased to 4.7, up from 3.7 a year ago. That places Waterview closer to balanced territory. While buyers still have room to negotiate, supply is not excessive — meaning properly priced homes can still move efficiently.
What Sellers Need to Know
- Inventory is lower than last year, which supports properly positioned listings.
- Golf-course lots and updated interiors command stronger interest.
- With small sales volume, pricing strategy has an outsized impact.
- Professional marketing remains critical in a lifestyle-driven neighborhood.
What Buyers Need to Know
- Lower inventory means fewer choices compared to last year.
- Well-priced homes can still attract competition.
- Negotiation leverage exists but is not as strong as broader city-level trends.
- Long-term value in Waterview remains supported by community amenities and location.
2026 Waterview Housing Market Forecast
Waterview is entering 2026 in a more balanced but stable position. Inventory has contracted from last year’s spike, while prices have shown modest growth. Because this is a defined golf-course community with limited turnover, even small shifts in listings or sales volume can influence perception. If broader Rowlett demand strengthens later in the year — particularly if mortgage rates ease — Waterview could see tighter competition again. Sellers who prepare thoroughly and price realistically should remain well-positioned, while buyers may find selective opportunities but should act decisively when value aligns.
Source: NTREIS MLS, January 2025 & January 2026 monthly neighborhood reports for Waterview. January 2025 statistics referenced from Texas REALTORS® Data Relevance Project
