DFW Metro Housing Market Update – August 2026

NORTH TEXAS REAL ESTATEDFW Housing Market UpdateThis DFW housing market update covers the full Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro for July 2026 — median price, sales, and…

What is a True Lakefront Home Worth on Lake Ray Hubbard? Data, Insights, and What Drives the Lakefront Premiums in Rowlett, Rockwall and Heath

A year of closed lakefront sales on Lake Ray Hubbard shows true waterfront homes selling for 65%–90% more than comparable non-lakefront homes. Here's what the…

Sapphire Bay in Rowlett: Progress, Tension, and What It Means for the Community

Sapphire Bay has faced real delays and a formal default notice from the city — but the marina, restaurant, and hotel are moving forward. Here's…

What Home Features Matter Most for Lake Ray Hubbard Living in Rowlett? What Lakefront Buyers Need to Know

Covered patios, organized garage storage, and take-area sublease rules — here's what actually matters to buyers and sellers near Lake Ray Hubbard in Rowlett.

Is Heath, Texas Right for Luxury Buyers? A Practical Look at the Market

Written by Cindy Dunnican, REALTOR® | The Dunnican Team at Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors® Last updated: April 2026 | Market area: Northeast Dallas and Rockwall…

Moving to Rockwall County, Texas: What Out-of-State Buyers Need to Know

Relocating to Rockwall County from out of state? Here's what to know about Texas property taxes, the option period, title company closings, and MUD districts…

How Location Inside Waterview Shapes Your Daily Life: A Home Buyer’s Guide

Not all lots in Waterview are created equal. Here's how lot width, builder, backyard exposure, and position inside the community shape both daily life and…

Sunsets Over the Lake, Without the Yard Work: Modern Lock-and-Leave Living in Rowlett’s Sapphire Bay

A modern, low-maintenance 2022 home in Rowlett's Sapphire Bay puts Lake Ray Hubbard, shoreline trails, and the marina within walking distance — with no yard…

Lakefront Living on Lake Ray Hubbard: 3422 Mallard Park in Rowlett, TX

Tucked into Rowlett's Mallard Cove, this custom Dutch Colonial–inspired home offers rare Lake Ray Hubbard water views, updated interiors, and a backyard built for sunsets.

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

Lavon offers newer housing, small-town character, and proximity to Lake Lavon — but it's lake-adjacent, not waterfront, and still building out its retail base. Here's…