Why 2026 Could Be a Great Year to Buy or Sell in Arlington, TX
(Especially here in Arlington, Pantego & Dalworthington Gardens)
If a move is on your radar for 2026, there’s actually more working in your favor than there has been in quite some time — especially right here in our local market.
After a few years where many buyers and sellers felt stuck or sidelined, 2026 is shaping up to bring more balance, more options, and more clarity. Not because the market is suddenly “easy,” but because some important conditions are finally shifting.
Here’s what housing economists are saying nationally — and why it matters locally.
Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com:
“After a challenging period for buyers, sellers and renters, 2026 should offer a welcome, if modest, step toward a healthier housing market.”
National Association of Realtors:
“Top economists have one word to sum up the housing market for 2026: opportunity. Lower mortgage rates and a rising supply of homes are expected to open up the housing market — something buyers and sellers have been waiting for after years of stagnation.”
Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American:
“For the first time in several years, the underlying forces are aligned toward gradual improvement. Income growth exceeding home price appreciation will help restore buying power, even if rates come down slowly.”
Mischa Fisher, Chief Economist at Zillow:
“Buyers are benefiting from more inventory and improved affordability, while sellers are seeing price stability and more consistent demand.”
While the national outlook is improving, real estate is still hyper-local — and that’s especially true in markets like Arlington, Pantego, and Dalworthington Gardens.
Some neighborhoods will see increased activity. Others may remain more balanced or flat. Pricing, demand, and timing will look different from street to street. As one economist put it:
“Market performance will hinge on local economic conditions, making 2026 one of the most geographically divided markets we’ve seen in years.”
That’s why understanding what’s happening in your specific pocket of the market matters more than ever. National trends set the stage — but local dynamics determine how they play out for you.
If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Arlington, Pantego, or Dalworthington Gardens in 2026, this is a year to stay informed, strategic, and proactive.
At The Collective Living Co., we focus on helping clients understand their local market — not just headlines — so they can make confident, well-timed decisions.
If you’d like to talk through what 2026 could look like for your neighborhood, let’s connect.
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