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Southern Methodist University · Dallas, TX · Compare the home, the commute and the complete ownership plan.
Southern Methodist UniversityDallas, TX
Current homes in the SMU sale view · checked Oct 7, 2026Change college
SMU MARKET SNAPSHOT
Current homes and rents, at a glance.
Published inventory for the SMU housing decision. These figures describe this listing sample, not citywide market trends.Homes for sale
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Current displayed rental inventoryPublished property inventory · confirm current availability with the listing source.View current SMU homes →
Southern Methodist University · MARKET CONTEXT
Put the purchase in context.
University demand and local housing benchmarks, with the location and reporting period kept beside each number.
- Undergraduates outside campus housing
- 54.97%
- Total students
- 12,544
Southern Methodist University institution · Fall 2025
Southern Methodist University ↗Southern Methodist University institution · Fall 2025
Southern Methodist University ↗University & housing details Definitions, dates and sources
City median sale price $474,762
Median sale price for the cited city housing market; not a campus-only or student-property price.
Dallas, TX · 2026-07 · Checked 2026-09-07Saved school cost intelligence ↗1 bedroom rent reference $1,407/mo
Saved source-specific rental reference. Scope is the cited city or off-campus market guide; not median rent, per-bed rent, or a live quote.
Dallas, TX · 2026-09 · Checked 2026-09-07Saved school cost intelligence ↗Undergraduates outside campus housing 54.97%
Arithmetic complement of the same reported degree-seeking undergraduate on-campus share; does not describe all enrolled students.
Southern Methodist University institution · Fall 2025 · Checked 2026-08-30T23:39:28-04:00Southern Methodist University ↗Total students 12,544
All undergraduate and graduate students reported in the 2025-26 CDS Part B
Southern Methodist University institution · Fall 2025 · Checked 2026-08-30T23:39:28-04:00Southern Methodist University ↗City sale-price change 2.1%
Year-over-year change paired with the saved city median sale-price series.
Dallas, TX · 2026-07 · Checked 2026-09-07Saved school cost intelligence ↗Studio rent reference $1,274/mo
Saved source-specific rental reference. Scope is the cited city or off-campus market guide; not median rent, per-bed rent, or a live quote.
Dallas, TX · 2026-09 · Checked 2026-09-07Saved school cost intelligence ↗2 bedrooms rent reference $1,878/mo
Saved source-specific rental reference. Scope is the cited city or off-campus market guide; not median rent, per-bed rent, or a live quote.
Dallas, TX · 2026-09 · Checked 2026-09-07Saved school cost intelligence ↗3 bedrooms rent reference $2,375/mo
Saved source-specific rental reference. Scope is the cited city or off-campus market guide; not median rent, per-bed rent, or a live quote.
Dallas, TX · 2026-09 · Checked 2026-09-07Saved school cost intelligence ↗Undergraduate students 7,545
All undergraduates reported in CDS B1
Southern Methodist University institution · Fall 2025 · Checked 2026-08-30T23:39:28-04:00Southern Methodist University ↗Graduate / professional students 4,999
Graduate students reported in CDS B1
Southern Methodist University institution · Fall 2025 · Checked 2026-08-30T23:39:28-04:00Southern Methodist University ↗First-year students 1,715
First-time, first-year degree-seeking undergraduates, full-time plus part-time
Southern Methodist University institution · Fall 2025 · Checked 2026-08-30T23:39:28-04:00Southern Methodist University ↗First-year students in campus housing 96.33%
First-time, first-year degree-seeking students living in college-owned, -operated, or -affiliated housing
Southern Methodist University institution · Fall 2025 · Checked 2026-08-30T23:39:28-04:00Southern Methodist University ↗Undergraduates in campus housing 45.03%
Degree-seeking undergraduates living in college-owned, -operated, or -affiliated housing
Southern Methodist University institution · Fall 2025 · Checked 2026-08-30T23:39:28-04:00Southern Methodist University ↗Campus housing requirement All full-time first-year students are required to live on campus, typically for two semesters. Beginning with the Fall 2025 entering class, SMU no longer requires a second year on campus.
Published institutional campus housing requirement
Southern Methodist University institution · 2026-27 / policy revised 2025-09-03 · Checked 2026-08-30T23:39:28-04:00SMU Residence Life and Student Housing ↗University figures and citywide housing data cover different populations and periods. They do not establish achievable rent, occupancy or investment returns for a specific property.
REAL HOMES. REAL NUMBERS. BRIGHTER FUTURES.
Homes near Southern Methodist University
Compare campus proximity, ownership costs and the four-year numbers — not just listing prices.
Available homes · Sorted by distance
1 / 5
$1,325,000
Park Cities · 0.3 miles to SMU
▱ 4 bedrooms ♙ 3 bathrooms ▦ 2,974 sq ft ⌂ Single Family
Why this home surfacedclose to campus, roommate flexibility — then compare the full ownership cost and post-graduation plan.
Current published selection · last checked 2026-10-07. Confirm prices and availability. Distances are straight-line to campus.
Work with local experts
Get guidance from professionals who know SMU and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Drew BurroughsSMU RealtorLocal advice. Local insight. Better outcomes.
Matt DeanLoan Officer, NEXACreative financing for college home buyers.
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WHERE THE HOME CHANGES THE DAILY ROUTINE
Compare SMU neighborhoods like a buyer
Price is only one variable. Compare the property type, recurring building costs and the actual trip to your SMU destination.
SMU area guideConfirm current availabilityUniversity Park
University Park identifies itself as home to SMU. The university also warns that nearby residential parking districts have their own restrictions. Compare the home’s parking rights and your campus access before assuming nearby street parking is available.
Drew’s checklistCheck the route to the building you will use.Explore University Park →
SMU area guideConfirm current availabilityHighland Park
Highland Park is a separate town from University Park; the town’s water resources describe their shared Park Cities water district. Confirm the property’s jurisdiction, utility arrangements and daily SMU route when comparing the two communities.
Drew’s checklistCheck the route to the building you will use.Explore Highland Park →
SMU area guideConfirm current availabilityLower Greenville
SMU highlights Lower Greenville for dining, patios and live music. If you are considering living there, visit at the hours you expect to be home and compare the actual SMU trip, parking and lease terms.
Drew’s checklistCheck the route to the building you will use.Explore Lower Greenville →
SMU area guideConfirm current availabilityLakewood
The Lakewood Neighborhood Association places the neighborhood on the west side of White Rock Lake. Compare the home’s recreation access separately from your SMU commute, building condition and housing costs. No price premium or student-demand claim is assumed.
Drew’s checklistCheck the route to the building you will use.Explore Lakewood →
Rent vs. own near SMU: start with the same time horizon
Compare published SMU-area rent evidence with a principal-and-interest starting point, then add the costs that make ownership real.
$1,575/moPublished monthly rent benchmark for this bedroom count4 YearsComparison horizon
Turn this into a complete SMU ownership scenario.
- Add taxes, insurance, HOA and repairs
- Stress-test any roommate contribution
- Plan the sale, rental or hold after graduation
PROPERTY + FINANCING, KEPT SEPARATE
Use the right professional for the right decision
Drew helps evaluate the home and neighborhood. Matt handles financing questions and eligibility. CollegeHousing.ai keeps the SMU property context attached between them.SMU-AREA REAL ESTATE
Drew Burroughs
Broker Associate · Compass
- Property tours and offer strategy
- Neighborhood and building context
- Condo rules, condition and resale questions
COLLEGE HOUSING FINANCING
Matt Dean
Mortgage Loan Consultant · NEXA Lending · NMLS #227603
- Parent and occupancy scenarios
- Conventional and investor financing
- Property-specific payment review
SMU BUYING INTELLIGENCE
Go deeper without losing your place
Choose the question that matches your housing plan, review the school-specific evidence, then return to the homes you are comparing.
PARENT BUYING GUIDEBuying Housing Near Southern Methodist UniversityWho owns, who lives there, the true monthly cost and the plan after graduation.Read guide →NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDENeighborhoods Near SMUCompare campus routes, housing types and the surrounding Dallas tradeoffs.Read guide →INVESTOR GUIDESMU Housing Investment GuideRent evidence, operating costs, financing and exit-plan questions for a campus-area property.Read guide →
See all SMU guides →QUESTIONS BUYERS ASK
SMU home-buying answers
Who is the local Realtor for SMU?
Drew Burroughs of Compass is the CollegeHousing.ai real estate contact for Southern Methodist University.
How can I schedule a callback with Drew?
Use Schedule a Callback and include your preferred day and time, housing plan and contact details. You can also call 214-207-0731. Appointment availability is confirmed with the professional.
How should I compare renting and buying?
Compare the complete housing arrangements, upfront cash, monthly costs, expected time near campus and plan after graduation. The rent-vs-buy calculator provides an editable illustration.
Who can help review financing?
Matt Dean of NEXA Lending, NMLS #227603, is the financing contact. Share the property, intended occupancy and your assumptions for an eligibility review.
Is CollegeHousing.ai affiliated with SMU?
CollegeHousing.ai and the local professionals are independent of Southern Methodist University.
How do I confirm current property availability?
Ask Drew for current properties that fit your budget and timing. Confirm availability, price, lease or sale terms, and the specific address before making plans.
MOVING FOR WORK
Faculty & staff housing near SMU
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