Real estate investing in Dallas-Fort Worth is a strong choice for many investors today. The area has one of the most diverse and rapidly growing economies in the country. However, the DFW metro area has gotten really expensive, and to avoid the high prices and traffic congestion, many employers are moving their businesses further away from Dallas proper. It’s in those areas in the “path of progress” in North Texas cities like Sherman, Denison, and Greenville, that there’s still a strong opportunity for Dallas real estate investors today.
This market offers new construction homes for RealWealth investors, so they can rent quickly and have minimal maintenance expenses. One thing to note is that these homes are in infill locations – newly built homes in existing neighborhoods – and some of the neighborhoods may be older. A brand new home in a 1970s-built neighborhood might be more difficult to compare to other properties built 50 years earlier.
Dallas Fort Worth Real Estate Investment Opportunity Quick Facts
This information reflects typical properties purchased by RealWealth investors in DFW. These numbers are estimates, and the actual property prices and rents will vary based on current inventory.
- Investment Objective: Medium cash flow, higher appreciation
- Types of properties for sale: New Construction SFRs and MFRs; B neighborhoods; Infill locations
- Average home price: $200,000 – $565,000
- Average monthly rents: $1,700 – $4,600 (per unit)
Is Dallas-Fort Worth a good place to invest in real estate?
There are a variety of factors that make Dallas a good place to invest in real estate today.
- Affordability: The DFW metro area as a whole has become quite expensive, with a median home value of $365,329; there are still areas with affordable housing for Dallas real estate investors about 30 miles out of downtown. In these areas, it is possible to buy investment properties for $200,000 – $565,000.
- Significant Appreciation: Homes in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area have appreciated by 115% since 2010, 24% faster than the national average.
- Rapid Population Growth: Dallas-Fort Worth’s population grew 30% between the 2010 and 2024 censuses, 207% faster than the national average!
Turnkey Rental Properties for Sale in Dallas-Fort Worth
The turnkey rental property teams we work with in DFW sell new construction single-family and multi-family homes. View pro formas for turnkey rental properties sold in this market below to learn more about the Dallas real estate investing opportunity.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dallas Fort Worth, TX
Is Dallas Fort Worth a good place to invest in real estate?
DFW is one of the fastest growing metros in the country. The population grew 27% between 2010 and 2023, which is 223% faster than the national average, and homes have appreciated 120% since 2010, 30% faster than the national average. The economy is one of the most diverse and rapidly growing in the US, and Texas has no state income tax.
RealWealth’s approach here focuses specifically on areas in the path of progress, including North Texas cities like Sherman, Denison, and Greenville, where new investment is flowing and prices are still accessible. That is where the investment opportunity sits today.
What should I know about real estate investing in Dallas Fort Worth?
The DFW market offers two distinct options through RealWealth’s network. The first is single-family homes in North Texas suburban markets (Sherman, Denison, Greenville) priced $200,000 to $250,000 with rents of $1,700 to $1,800 per month, targeting cash on cash returns of 7 to 8%. The second is duplexes in the DFW metro priced $365,000 to $565,000 with rents of $2,900 to $4,600 per month, targeting cash on cash returns of 9 to 10%.
All properties are new construction on infill locations. One important note: properties in Sherman, Denison, and Greenville have less economic diversification than the broader DFW metro. Sherman and Denison are heavily tied to semiconductor manufacturing, while Greenville’s primary employer is a single defense contractor. Investors should factor this concentration risk into their analysis.
What types of turnkey investment properties are available in Dallas Fort Worth?
RealWealth’s DFW teams sell new construction single-family rentals priced $200,000 to $250,000 and duplexes priced $365,000 to $565,000, all in B neighborhoods on infill locations. A separate Fort Worth duplex option is also available at $430,000 with rents of $3,200 per month. New construction means low maintenance costs and fast lease-up. Members can review pro formas for all DFW options at realwealth.com/properties.
What cash flow can I expect from Dallas Fort Worth investment properties?
DFW SFRs target 7 to 8% cash on cash returns with minimum capital of approximately $65,000. DFW duplexes target 9 to 10% cash on cash returns with minimum capital of approximately $110,000. The Fort Worth duplex targets approximately 5% cash on cash at $430,000. Texas has no state income tax, which improves net returns, though property taxes in Texas tend to run higher than many other states and should be reviewed in each individual pro forma. Members can access full projections at realwealth.com/properties.
Can I invest in Dallas Fort Worth real estate from out of state?
Yes. All properties sold through RealWealth’s DFW network are new construction, which means they are delivered rent-ready without renovation uncertainty. That makes remote ownership more straightforward than in markets with older housing stock. Sign up for a free membership and connect with the DFW teams through the Properties tab, or schedule a complimentary strategy session.
What are property taxes and landlord laws like in Dallas Fort Worth?
Texas has no state income tax, which directly benefits landlords. However, property taxes in Texas tend to be higher than many other states at approximately 2% annually, an important line item to review in each individual pro forma. Texas is generally landlord-friendly with a streamlined eviction process.
What makes Dallas Fort Worth different from other RealWealth markets?
DFW is the only RealWealth market where the investment thesis is explicitly built around the path of progress, areas just outside the expensive urban core where employers are relocating. The market also offers three distinct price points under one banner: North Texas SFRs at $200,000 to $250,000, DFW duplexes at $365,000 to $565,000, and Fort Worth duplexes at $430,000. That range gives investors flexibility on capital level and property type within a single major metro relationship.
How do I get started investing in Dallas Fort Worth real estate with RealWealth?
Sign up for a free membership to access DFW pro formas across all three property options. A strategy session can help you decide between the SFR and duplex options based on your capital and cash flow goals.
