Fort Worth housing market update, October 2026: what August's numbers say

The short answer: In August 2026, the median sale price in the Fort Worth market area was $327,500, down less than 1% from $330,000 in August 2025. There were 3.74 months of inventory and 3,327 active listings, both lower than a year ago, and 841 closed sales, down about 8%. That keeps Fort Worth in balanced territory heading into fall.

Here is where the market sat at the end of summer, what it means depending on which side you are on, and the one local change that shows up in your mailbox this month.

Fort Worth housing numbers, August 2026

Source: Greater Fort Worth Association of REALTORS, via the Texas REALTORS Data Relevance Project, Fort Worth market area, monthly data as of September 21, 2026.

Prices have barely moved all year

Every month in 2026 so far, the median sale price in Fort Worth has landed between $322,000 and $336,000. August's $327,500 sits right in that range.

That is the steadiest part of this market. Prices are not climbing fast, and they are not dropping fast either.

Fewer homes for sale, and fewer sales

There were 3,327 homes for sale at the end of August, about 7% fewer than a year ago. Closed sales were down about 8%. So fewer people sold, but there is also less on the market to choose from.

What months of inventory means

Months of inventory is how long it would take to sell every home currently listed if no new ones came on. Under about three months usually favors sellers. Over about six usually favors buyers. In between is what people call a balanced market.

At 3.74 months, Fort Worth is still in that middle range. It is a little tighter than a year ago, when it was 4.09.

If you are buying in Fort Worth this fall

In a balanced market you usually have room to ask for repairs after the inspection, and you can take a real option period instead of waiving it to look competitive. That does not mean every house is negotiable. The well priced ones in good condition still move.

Two things are working against you a little. There are fewer homes to choose from than a year ago, and rates are higher (more on that below). So it is worth getting pre-approved before you start touring, and comparing at least two lenders, because the rate is not the same everywhere.

If you are watching a specific price range, tell me which one. I can send you what actually sold there last month, which is more useful than a citywide median.

If you are selling in Fort Worth this fall

You have less competition than a year ago, since there are about 7% fewer listings. But fewer homes also closed, so buyers are being careful. Prices have held steady all year, which helps, but it also means there is no rising market to bail out a listing that starts too high. Pricing it right in the first week matters more than it did a few years ago.

Mortgage rates are up from a year ago

The 30 year fixed averaged 6.95% for the week of September 17, 2026, according to Freddie Mac. That is up from 6.76% the week before and 6.26% a year earlier.

To put that in plain numbers: on a $300,000 loan over 30 years, principal and interest is about $1,986 a month at 6.95%. At last year's 6.26%, it would be about $1,849. That is roughly $137 more a month, before taxes and insurance. Your own rate depends on your credit, your down payment and the lender, so treat this as a comparison, not a quote.

Fort Worth's new tax rate, and what to check on your bill

On September 15, 2026, the Fort Worth City Council adopted a $3.33 billion budget with a tax rate of $0.70565 per $100 of value, up 3.565 cents from last year's $0.6700. The city says the average homeowner's city tax bill still goes down about $8.19, because average home values fell by about $13,616.

The city line is only part of your bill. Your school district, Tarrant County and other taxing units are on there too.

When the bill comes: Tarrant County usually mails property tax statements the first week of October. Taxes are due January 31 and become delinquent February 1. If your home is your homestead and you have an over 65 or disability exemption, you can pay in quarters, due January 31, March 31, May 31 and July 31.

Three things worth checking when it arrives:

1. Your exemptions are listed. If you have a homestead exemption on file, look for it on the statement.
2. The value matches what the appraisal district set for your home.
3. Who is paying it. If your taxes are paid through your mortgage, your lender uses the bill to recalculate your escrow, so your monthly payment can change.

If something looks wrong, the Tarrant County Tax Office and the Tarrant Appraisal District are the right calls. I can explain how the process works, but I am not a tax advisor, so for anything specific to your situation, talk to them or a CPA.

Frequently asked questions

What was the median home price in Fort Worth in August 2026?

$327,500 for the Fort Worth market area in August 2026, according to the Greater Fort Worth Association of REALTORS. That is down 0.8% from $330,000 in August 2025.

Is Fort Worth a buyer's or seller's market right now?

Balanced. Fort Worth had 3.74 months of inventory in August 2026. Under about three months usually favors sellers, and over about six usually favors buyers.

How many homes are for sale in Fort Worth?

There were 3,327 active listings in the Fort Worth market area at the end of August 2026, down 6.9% from 3,572 a year earlier.

What is Fort Worth's property tax rate for 2027?

The City of Fort Worth adopted a rate of $0.70565 per $100 of value on September 15, 2026, for fiscal year 2027.

When are Tarrant County property taxes due?

January 31. Statements are usually mailed the first week of October, and taxes become delinquent February 1.

Sources

• Fort Worth market figures: Greater Fort Worth Association of REALTORS via the Texas REALTORS Data Relevance Project, monthly, August 2026 and August 2025, accessed September 21, 2026
• Mortgage rates: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey, September 17, 2026
• FY2027 budget, tax rate and average bill: CBS News Texas, "Slightly lower property tax bills part of Fort Worth's $3.33B budget for 2027," September 16, 2026
• Tax statement timing, due dates and quarter payments: Tarrant County Tax Office FAQ
• Payment example: standard 30 year amortization on a $300,000 loan, principal and interest only

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