Rents in the Dallas, Texas metro area are continuing to ease as 2025 comes to a close, signaling a cooler market after years of strong growth.
The Realtor.com® November 2025 Rental Report shows that asking rents are now lower than last fall, aligning North Texas with much of the national rental slowdown.
For renters, the shift offers some relief, even as affordability challenges remain front and center.
Dallas-Fort Worth rents decline, but affordability is still tight
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area posted a 1.9% year-over-year decline in median asking rent for 0- to 2-bedroom units in November. That drop places the metro firmly in “rent is going down” territory, reflecting softer demand and increased balance between renters and landlords…