Real Estate Investing in Dallas, Texas (75228)

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Dallas County • Population: 69,288 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 75228 (Dallas, TX)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (51/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • Elevated vacancy: 11.0% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $277,166
Avg Monthly Rent $1,358
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $55,848
% Renters 51.7%

Market Analysis: 75228 Dallas

Investors eyeing 75228 need to respect the fundamentals at play. Home values of $277K come alongside slower price movement and elevated management overhead.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $277K asset, 75228 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

In practical terms, 75228 offers a low basis, the region around Dallas has moved on in ways that the ZIP itself has not fully absorbed. The result is a discount with genuine reasons.

The demographic picture in 75228 includes headwinds that any investor should price in. Income distribution skews lower than Dallas averages, and tenant stability requires active management.

The 75228 ZIP fits a narrow investor profile — hands-on, patient, and willing to accept that the cap rate on paper is not the cap rate in reality.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Dallas:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 63/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
14/25
Stability
14/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 5× the median income
Value Trend
Declining (-0.2%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,358/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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COOL MARKET
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
63 days
Average time to sell
Slow
11.2%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro data
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Property Strategy for 75228

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
5.8% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+6.6% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$87,520/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $198,236 $1,590 5.8% +4.3% $99,118
3BR $275,951 $2,000 5.2% +4.7% $91,984
4BR $358,408 $2,550 5.1% +5.7% $89,602
5BR $437,600 +6.6% $87,520

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$316K$266K$215K$164K$114K$63KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$1,453$1,367$1,280$1,194$1,107$1,021Jun 2021Jan 2024Jul 2026

📊 How Does 75228 Compare?

Metric 75228 Dallas Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Texas
Home Value $277,166 $165,798 N/A $297,000
5-Year CAGR 2.0% 3.9% N/A 5.4%
Avg Rent $1,358 $1,659 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.8% 4.0% - -
💡 Why Invest in 75228? Click to expand

With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

52% of households rent in this area, creating consistent tenant demand for landlords.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.8%
Low
5yr Growth
+2.0%
Slow

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $277,166
Monthly Rent $1,358
Price-to-Rent 17.0:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.9%
Cap Rate 3.8%
5-Year IRR 5.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year -0.2% ▼
3-Year CAGR -1.7% ▼
5-Year CAGR +2.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.0% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year +2.4% ▲
3-Year CAGR +1.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.8% ▲
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.8%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.8%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
11.0%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+2.0%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 75228

Population: 69,288

💰 Median Household Income
$55,848
This area
$55,848
State
$70,593
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
51.7%
This area
51.7%
State
29.5%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.6%
This area
3.6%
State
-25.4%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
19.2%
This area
19.2%
State
-5.8%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
30.8 years
This area
30.8 years
State
-3.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
11.0%
This area
11.0%
State
18.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 47.8%
Other/Mixed 31.3%
Hispanic/Latino 29.2%
Black/African American 19.3%
Asian 1.7%
👶 Under 18
28.2%
This area
28.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
9.9%
This area
9.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
16.9%
This area
16.9%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 75228

A Avg School Grade
14 Schools
14.7:1 Avg Class Size
$16,107 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

BAYLES EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
404 Students
👨‍🏫
11.9:1 Class Size
💰
$18,024 Per Student
A+ Excellent

CASA VIEW EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
590 Students
👨‍🏫
14.9:1 Class Size
💰
$18,024 Per Student
A+ Excellent

EDWIN J KIEST EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
550 Students
👨‍🏫
13.6:1 Class Size
💰
$18,024 Per Student
A+ Excellent

HAROLD WENDELL LANG SR MIDDLE

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
745 Students
👨‍🏫
12.0:1 Class Size
💰
$18,024 Per Student
A+ Excellent

S S CONNER EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
582 Students
👨‍🏫
14.9:1 Class Size
💰
$18,024 Per Student
A+ Excellent

W H GASTON MIDDLE

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
717 Students
👨‍🏫
14.1:1 Class Size
💰
$18,024 Per Student
A Very Good

PREK PARTNERSHIP CENTER

📚 Grade PK Elementary
👥
1,338 Students
👨‍🏫
11.7:1 Class Size
💰
$18,024 Per Student
A Very Good

CHARLES A GILL EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
612 Students
👨‍🏫
16.0:1 Class Size
💰
$18,024 Per Student
B+ Above Average

GEORGE W TRUETT EL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
950 Students
👨‍🏫
15.5:1 Class Size
💰
$18,024 Per Student
B+ Above Average

UPLIFT LUNA PREPARATORY H S

📚 09 – 12 High School Charter
👥
442 Students
👨‍🏫
14.1:1 Class Size
💰
$11,316 Per Student
B Good

BRYAN ADAMS H S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
2,253 Students
👨‍🏫
15.7:1 Class Size
💰
$18,024 Per Student
B Good

UPLIFT LUNA PREPARATORY PRI

📚 K – 05 Elementary Charter
👥
391 Students
👨‍🏫
17.7:1 Class Size
💰
$11,316 Per Student
B Good

UPLIFT LUNA SECONDARY SCHOOL

📚 06 – 08 Middle Charter
👥
484 Students
👨‍🏫
15.1:1 Class Size
💰
$11,316 Per Student
C+ Average

UPLIFT WHITE ROCK HILLS PREP

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary Charter
👥
666 Students
👨‍🏫
18.3:1 Class Size
💰
$11,316 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby
C
Amberton University
897 students · 2.9 mi
F
Dallas Institute of Funeral Service
483 students · 3.7 mi
C
Ogle School Hair Skin Nails-Dallas
410 students · 4.4 mi
D
Hands on Therapy
41 students · 5.0 mi
C+
Criswell College
156 students · 6.0 mi
D
Buckner Barber School
42 students · 6.0 mi
B
Southern Methodist University
11,842 students · 6.1 mi
C
Dallas Theological Seminary
2,612 students · 6.1 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What approach is best for Dallas, TX real estate?

The best-fit strategy in Dallas, TX is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

Is Dallas, TX a good market for buy-and-hold investors?

Investors tracking Dallas, TX will find a 3.0/5 rating supported by $277K median home values and $1,358/mo rents. That profile suits long-term holders targeting measured returns.

What is the renter demographic in Dallas, TX?

Dallas, TX offers a reliable renter base at the $1,358/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

Is rental property easy to operate in Dallas, TX?

The landlord environment in Dallas, TX is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

How expensive is real estate in Dallas, TX?

Median home price in Dallas, TX is near $277K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been stable and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

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