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DALE, TX 78616

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Caldwell County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
42
⇧ 82.6% vs 23 last year
Pending
3
7% pending ratio
Median Price
$493,000
⇩ 20.5% vs $620,000 last year
Average Price
$570,551
⇩ 16.3% vs $681,902 last year
Days on Market
116
⇧ 11.5% vs 104 days last year

Market Context

Population: 8,821  ·  Density: 28.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $68,191

Typical home value: $173,306  ·  Homeownership: 82.2%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The DALE, TX real estate market (78616) currently shows 42 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 116 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 19 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 116 days on market compared to 104 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 20.5% year-over-year, from $620,000 to $493,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 42 this year vs 23 last year
  • Days on market: 116 now vs 104 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $493,000 (-20.5% YoY)
  • Average: $570,551 (-16.3% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 23.5 miles — 1,460 listings ($602,539,929 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78616Dale, TX 786160.0 mi42$23,963,142$493,000$570,551
78644Lockhart, TX 786448.0 mi120$49,907,040$320,000$415,892
78953Rosanky, TX 7895313.2 mi7$4,828,201$586,000$689,743
78617Del Valle, TX 7861715.7 mi90$39,715,740$325,000$441,286
78640Kyle, TX 7864016.7 mi494$182,820,508$330,000$370,082
78622Fentress, TX 7862217.2 mi2$1,549,000$774,500$774,500
78747Austin, TX 7874717.6 mi105$42,541,590$366,000$405,158
78655Martindale, TX 7865518.2 mi10$4,926,660$599,250$492,666
78610Buda, TX 7861020.0 mi297$125,282,322$350,000$421,826
78725Austin, TX 7872521.6 mi43$12,873,598$275,000$299,386
78748Austin, TX 7874822.7 mi127$57,434,480$406,000$452,240
78741Austin, TX 7874123.0 mi111$46,147,140$350,000$415,740
78638Kingsbury, TX 7863823.5 mi12$10,550,508$774,500$879,209

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DALE, TX 78616?

As of January 2026, there are 42 active listings in DALE, TX (zip code 78616), compared to 23 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DALE, TX 78616?

The median listing price in DALE, TX 78616 is $493,000 as of January 2026, a 20.5% decrease from $620,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in DALE, TX?

Homes in DALE, TX 78616 spend an average of 116 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 104 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DALE, TX 78616?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, DALE, TX 78616 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 19 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 116 days on market compared to 104 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in DALE, TX?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DALE, TX 78616 save an estimated $9,860 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $493,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.