Dallas, TX Rental Market Analysis

Updated March 2026 · Population: 1,288,457 · Data for rental property investors

Median Home Price
$350,000
Median Rent
$1,500/mo
Avg Cap Rate
5.5%
Avg Cash on Cash
6.5%
Home Price Growth
+3.8% YoY
Rent Growth
+3.2% YoY
Vacancy Rate
6.5%
Property Tax Rate
2.2%

Sample Deal: Median Dallas Rental Property

Purchase Price
$350,000
Down Payment (25%)
$87,500
Monthly Rent
$1,500/mo
Est. Monthly Mortgage
$1,659/mo
NOI (Annual)
$7,330
DSCR
0.37

* Based on 25% down, 6.5% interest, 30-year term. Includes taxes, insurance, and vacancy allowance. Does not include maintenance, management, or capital expenditures.

Why Invest in Dallas?

Corporate relocations continue to pour into DFW (Toyota, Charles Schwab, Caterpillar). No state income tax and massive population growth make Dallas a strong long-term appreciation play.

Major Employers in Dallas

Understanding the local employment base is critical for evaluating rental demand stability. Dallas's economy is anchored by:

AT&TSouthwest AirlinesTexas InstrumentsBaylor Scott & WhiteUT Southwestern

Best Neighborhoods for Rental Investors

Bishop Arts
Deep Ellum
Oak Cliff
Lake Highlands
Richardson

Top Zip Codes for Investors

7521675217752287524175203

Investor Tip: Dallas

Dallas proper is becoming a tougher cash-flow market, but the surrounding suburbs (Mesquite, Garland, Lancaster) still offer properties under $250K with strong rents. The DFW metro adds 250+ people per day.

Analyze Your Dallas Deal

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