University Park's median home price was $2,845,000 for the first eight months of 2026, up 24.4% from the same period in 2025, on 120 closed sales (down 32.6%). Homes sold in a median 12 days, and 54 homes are for sale today, about 3.6 months of supply. The Agency Dallas updates this University Park housing market report every month with NTREIS data.
Last updated: October 2026 with data through August 2026.
University Park housing market at a glance
Measure | Jan to Aug 2025 | Jan to Aug 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Closed sales | 178 | 120 | -32.6% |
Median sales price | $2,286,750 | $2,845,000 | +24.4% |
Median price per square foot | $628 | $688 | +9.6% |
Median days on market | 29 | 12 | -17 days |
Median sale price vs. original list | 95.4% | 98.3% | +2.9 pts |
August 2026 in University Park
Measure | August 2025 | August 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Closed sales | 18 | 9 | -50.0% |
Median sales price | $2,125,000 | $2,600,000 | +22.4% |
Median days on market | 38 | 30 | -8 days |
University Park closes only a handful of sales in a typical month, so one or two large sales can swing the monthly median. In August, 9 homes closed at a median $2,600,000. The year-to-date figures above give a steadier read on where prices are heading.
Is University Park a buyer's or seller's market?
University Park leans toward sellers. With 54 active listings and about 15 sales a month in 2026, there is roughly 3.6 months of supply. Homes have sold for a median 98.3% of their original list price this year after 12 days. Well-priced homes still draw quick offers, while overpriced listings sit.
How does University Park compare to Dallas County?
University Park is a separate city just north of Highland Park, home to SMU and also served by Highland Park ISD. For the wider picture, see the Dallas County housing market report, or the full DFW housing market report.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median home price in University Park?
The median sales price in University Park was $2,845,000 from January through August 2026, up 24.4% from $2,286,750 in the same period of 2025, according to NTREIS data. The median price per square foot was $688.
How long do homes take to sell in University Park?
Homes in University Park sold in a median 12 days in 2026 through August, 17 days faster than the same period last year. Move-in-ready homes priced to recent nearby sales tend to sell faster than the median.
Are University Park home prices going down?
No. The year-to-date median is up 24.4% at $2,845,000, and price per square foot is up 9.6% at $688. Supply sits at about 3.6 months.
How many homes are for sale in University Park?
There were 54 active residential listings in University Park as of October 5, 2026, with a median asking price of $2,175,000.
What's your University Park home worth?
Area medians set the backdrop; your street sets the price. Request a private home value review from The Agency Dallas, built on real recent sales near you.
Based on data from NTREIS MLS for the period of January 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026, covering all residential sales including condos and townhomes. Active listing count as of October 5, 2026. Figures may differ from other reports as MLS data is updated.
