Balch Springs

Balch Springs

Located in Dallas County

$254,017 Average Value
$180 Average Price per Sq Ft
56 Homes For Sale

An eclectic mix of housing offers something to meet every desire in Balch Springs. This suburban city is just a 20-minute drive east of downtown Dallas, making it a convenient location for commuters while also being one of the most affordable.

“It’s really just a mix of everything,” says local Realtor Cacey Cason with Nest Finders. “You can have a brand-new house – well, not brand-new but two years old – or you can have a house built in the 60s, 70s, 80s.”

Most of the homes in the small city are ranch-style houses, but you can find plenty of other styles as well. Two-story houses are rare, but some Millennial Mansions are throughout the area with tall arched entryways and built-in garages. Cason says there are some smaller subdivisions throughout the city, so you can find places where many houses are similar. As Cason mentioned, there’s not a lot of new development going on in the city, so most homes are from the last century. Balch Springs is one of the more affordable suburbs in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, with a median home price of around $240,000.

The city is split almost in half between the Mesquite and Dallas Independent School Districts. Students in the southwest portion of the city will attend Dallas schools, although there is only one in the city. Young Women’s STEAM Academy at Balch Middle School opened in 2016 as the district’s first all-girls school. The school heavily focuses on STEAM subjects and aims to empower its students to become leaders in those fields while preparing them with college and career skills. There are five Mesquite ISD elementary schools in Balch Springs and one middle school. A.C. New Middle School feeds into West Mesquite High School. Students here can participate in clubs and organizations, including Campus Crime Stoppers, Robotics and Coding, and Battle of the Books.

Residents in Balch Springs have several public parks to take advantage of when they want to get outside. Luedeke Park features a walking trail that leads to a secluded pond with benches to enjoy the scenery. The park has a playground and splash pad for children to enjoy, making it a popular place to spend time with the whole family. Another splash pad is available at Oak Ridge Park. Head to Irwin Park to get all your sports in. The park has four baseball and softball fields open to residents, two tennis courts and two basketball courts. The Balch Springs Recreation Center is located near the park, offering a weight room, indoor basketball courts, group fitness classes, and karate.

The city is home to many popular fast-food chains but also has a few popular local restaurants to check out. Pine Tree Garden Chinese is among the highest-rated local restaurants, serving Chinese classics in a relaxed setting. Locals say the sesame chicken is some of the best they’ve ever tried. Bell’s Better Burgers is a local drive-in with a classic burger joint menu. While burgers are the main draw here, locals also recommend trying the catfish.

If you want to cook at home, there is a Walmart on Lake June Road or a Kroger on Elam Road for all your grocery needs. And with I-635 and the C.F. Hawn Freeway nearby, you’ll have an easy commute throughout the Metroplex.

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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Jeannie Dalmolin

    Jeannie Dalmolin

    RE/MAX Trinity

    (469) 789-7437

    59 Total Sales

    1 in Balch Springs

    $259,999 Price

    Jeannie Dalmolin
  • Al Meyer

    Al Meyer

    RE/MAX DFW Associates

    (469) 472-5190

    27 Total Sales

    1 in Balch Springs

    $279,900 Price

    Al Meyer
  • Franceanna Campagna

    Franceanna Campagna

    Campagna Real Estate Corp.

    (469) 284-0150

    191 Total Sales

    2 in Balch Springs

    $149K - $340K Price Range

    Franceanna Campagna
  • Stefany Nau

    Stefany Nau

    Briggs Freeman Sotheby's Int'l

    (469) 587-7929

    75 Total Sales

    1 in Balch Springs

    $325,000 Price

    Stefany Nau
  • Debby Spinden

    Debby Spinden

    Responds Quickly

    The Property Shop

    (855) 788-6625

    62 Total Sales

    1 in Balch Springs

    $219,899 Price

    Debby Spinden
  • Sharon Shiell

    Sharon Shiell

    Shiell Real Estate

    (972) 737-9486

    17 Total Sales

    1 in Balch Springs

    $160,000 Price

    Sharon Shiell
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Schools

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Balch Springs Housing Trends

On average, homes in Balch Springs, TX sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Balch Springs, TX over the last 12 months is $277,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$299,950
Median Sale Price
$277,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$280,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$65,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
157
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
$1
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$180

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes for Sale
56
Months of Supply
4.30

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Jun 15
    8am - 7pm

    12824 Seagoville Rd, Balch Springs, TX 75180

    $219,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,047 Sq Ft
    • 12824 Seagoville Rd

    Fantastic home in sought after location! Discover a bright interior tied together with a neutral color palette. Relax in your primary suite with a walk in closet included. The primary bathroom features plenty of under sink storage waiting for your home organization needs. Finally, the backyard, a great space for entertaining and enjoying the outdoors. Like what you hear? Come see it for

    Anyiesa Johnson Opendoor Brokerage, LLC

  • Sunday, Jun 15
    12 - 7pm

    119 Emperor Oak Ct, Balch Springs, TX 75181

    $424,990

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,462 Sq Ft
    • 119 Emperor Oak Ct

    *$10K towards Closing Costs!* NEW NEVER LIVED IN! Ready NOW! Bloomfield’s Cypress II is a luxurious 1.5-story home that seamlessly blends craftsmanship and elegance, offering 4 bedrooms and 3 baths on a desirable interior lot. Beyond the striking 8' front door, the inviting interior is filled with upgrades, from the rich Laminate Wood floors to the abundance of natural light streaming through

    Marsha Ashlock Visions Realty & Investments

  • Sunday, Jun 15
    12 - 7pm

    112 Woodlands Way, Balch Springs, TX 75181

    $429,990

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,458 Sq Ft
    • 112 Woodlands Way

    *$10K towards Closing Costs!* NEW NEVER LIVED IN! Ready NOW! This luxurious 1.5-story Bloomfield home seamlessly blends craftsmanship and elegance, offering 4 bedrooms and 3 baths on a desirable interior lot with a striking brick and stone facade and black-painted garage and trim that enhances its modern curb appeal. The inviting 8' Custom Rain-Glass Warwick-style front door opens to reveal wood

    Marsha Ashlock Visions Realty & Investments

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Distribution of Home Values

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Average Home Value

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Property Mix - Square Feet

Balch Springs Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
29,410
Median Age
32
Population under 18
32.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.1%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$55,562
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,161

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
66.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
6.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.2%
% Population in Labor Force
70.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
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Balch Springs
Laurie Kane
RE/MAX DFW Associates I
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RE/MAX DFW Associates I
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