According to a new report from Point2Homes, Texas is leading the nation in single-family rental home construction, with Fort Worth emerging as a major hotspot for build-to-rent developments.
The analysis places Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) as the second-highest metro area in the U.S. for new rental home construction, with 8,470 units expected in 2025. Fort Worth alone accounts for 1,816 of these homes—the highest share in the region—while McKinney follows with 1,293 units.
Fort Worth will soon welcome Living Fully Orchard Farms, one of the state’s largest single-family rental communities, which will add 643 homes to the market.
So, why is build-to-rent booming in Texas? Well, experts cite Texas’ strong job market, affordability challenges, and suburban appeal as key factors driving the surge.
High mortgage rates and rising home prices have made renting a more cost-effective option, with build-to-rent homes offering the perks of single-family living without the financial burdens of ownership.
Millennials and Gen Z, in particular, are drawn to these rental communities because they seek affordability while staying close to urban centers.
Texas Cities Dominate National Rankings
Texas metros are leading the country in build-to-rent growth. Houston ranks fifth nationally with 4,613 new units in the pipeline, while Austin (4,313 units) and San Antonio (2,994 units) also land in the top 10.
With Fort Worth at the forefront, Texas’ rental market boom shows no signs of slowing down. It offers new housing options for a growing population navigating an evolving real estate landscape.
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