Dallas-Fort Worth metro, TX relocation guide
Moving to Balch Springs, TX
$274,500Median listing price
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About Balch Springs
Balch Springs is an affordable, largely residential city on Dallas's southeast edge, settled around natural springs in the 19th century and incorporated in 1953. Housing is predominantly modest single-family homes and manufactured homes on large lots, making it one of the most budget-friendly entry points into the metro.
Home prices in Balch Springs
The median listing price in Balch Springs is $274,500.
Top places in Balch Springs
- Balch Springs parks and the historic spring area.
- Nearby White Rock Lake (short drive west).
- Trinity Forest Golf Club area (nearby).
Commuting from Balch Springs
- ~15–20 minutes to downtown Dallas via I-635/US-175 (approximate).
- ~50–60 minutes to downtown Fort Worth via I-20 (approximate).
Balch Springs FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Balch Springs, TX?
The median listing price in Balch Springs is $274,500. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Balch Springs, TX?
~15–20 minutes to downtown Dallas via I-635/US-175 (approximate).
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.