$319,823
2918 Periwinkle Ct
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,577 sqft
See details →Dallas County · Dallas-Fort Worth
Buying a Home in GarlandWithout a realtor.
Garland is one of the more affordable eastern Dallas County suburbs, served by Garland ISD schools.
In 2026 it is a clear buyer’s market. Inventory is up and homes sit close to two months.
Even at a moderate price point, a self-represented buyer keeps a five-figure buyer-agent commission.
Estimated Savings
up to $9,614
Preset to the local median home price. Change it to see what you could save.
$50,000Drag to explore$5,000,000
Typical buyer commission$8,344 – $10,013
Potential savings using CIY$7,945 – $9,614
Recent homes for sale in Garland
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Garland market snapshot
As of August 2026. Local buyer data that frames the savings math above.
Ask
$333,750
Typical asking price
TX is a non-disclosure state. Recorded sale prices are not public. This is the median of current active listings, not closed sales.
YoY
-6%
Year-over-year price change
Prices have come down. You have more room to negotiate.
DOM
58
Typical days on market
Homes are sitting longer. You have time to inspect and negotiate.
How to represent yourself in Garland
A state-neutral walkthrough. CIY gives you education and organization tools; we do not perform these steps for you.
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Get pre-approved before you tour
Line up your financing first. A pre-approval letter tells sellers you are a serious buyer.
It also sets a firm budget, so you can move quickly when the right home in Garland comes up.
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Search listings and track homes yourself
You can find and evaluate homes directly.
Watch price history and days on market so you know where you have leverage in the Dallas County market.
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Tour homes as a self-represented buyer
You can schedule showings directly with listing agents.
Say up front that you are representing yourself so everyone is clear on who is on which side.
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For new construction, register yourself at the model home
Garland is mostly established with select infill builder activity; where you buy new, register yourself with the builder before a model-home rep becomes your agent of record.
Unlock the offer and closing steps
The written offer, inspection, appraisal, and closing steps walk you through the part where your savings turn into real money.
They are part of the CIY Package, along with the full closing timeline, document checklist, and provider directory.
Frequently asked questions about buying in Garland
Common questions from self-represented buyers in Dallas County.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a buyer’s agent to buy a house in Garland?
No. Texas lets buyers represent themselves. Since the 2024 NAR settlement, buyer-agent compensation is negotiated openly rather than assumed, which makes self-representation more straightforward than it used to be.
How much is the buyer-agent commission on a Garland home?
Near the local median, a typical 2.5 to 3 percent buyer-agent commission runs about $8,300 to $10,000. A self-represented buyer can negotiate to keep that or credit it toward the purchase.
What is the option period when buying in Garland?
The option period is a short window, typically 7 to 10 days, that you negotiate into the TREC contract. In exchange for a small nonrefundable option fee paid to the seller, you receive the unrestricted right to walk away for any reason, which is when most buyers order their inspection. As a self-represented buyer you control the length, so set it long enough to inspect thoroughly.
Can I tour homes in Garland without a realtor?
Yes. You can reach out to listing agents directly to schedule showings, go to open houses, and submit an offer. Texas does not require a buyer to be represented by an agent, and TREC-promulgated contract forms are publicly available so a self-represented buyer can draft a standard offer. After the 2024 NAR settlement, a broker must have a signed buyer-agency agreement on file before showing you a home, which keeps that decision in your hands.
Will my property taxes change after I buy in Garland?
Probably, and usually upward. Texas leans on property taxes in lieu of state income tax. The seller’s homestead exemption and the roughly 10 percent annual appraisal cap do not transfer, so the appraised value can reset toward full market value the year after closing. File your own homestead exemption with Dallas Central Appraisal District after closing, budget for any MUD and Garland ISD levies, and protest the appraised value each year if it looks too high.
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