Mansfield homes sold for a median $486,000 in the three months to September 2026, up 3.7% year over year, after a median 53 days on the market (Redfin). Every Mansfield ISD high school is rated A, and Fort Worth City Hall is 20 road miles away.
Mansfield costs more than Midlothian or Waxahachie and sits closer to Fort Worth, with A-rated high schools across the district.
| Mansfield quick facts | Value |
|---|---|
| Counties | Tarrant, Ellis and Johnson |
| Population | 84,444 (Census estimate, July 1, 2025) |
| Land area | 36.6 sq mi (Census 2020) |
| ZIP codes | 76063 (about 95% of the city); 76084 mails as Venus |
| School district | Mansfield ISD, rated B (87) by TEA for 2025-26; all 8 high schools A |
| Median sale price | $486,000, up 3.7% (Redfin, 3 months to Sept. 2026) |
| Days on market | 53 median, down from 61 a year earlier |
| Distance to Fort Worth | 20.1 road miles, city hall to Fort Worth City Hall |
Road distances and drive times from Mansfield City Hall, 1200 E Broad St.
| Destination | Road distance | Drive time, no traffic |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Worth City Hall | 20.1 mi | about 27 min |
| Dallas City Hall | 31.7 mi | about 41 min |
| Midlothian | 10.6 mi | about 14 min |
| Cedar Hill | 11.6 mi | about 21 min |
| Burleson | 16.1 mi | about 27 min |
Routing: OpenStreetMap (OSRM), city hall to city hall, without traffic. Rush hour adds time.
US-287 and SH-360 are the main state highways through Mansfield, along with FM 1187 and FM 157. The NTTA’s 9.7-mile 360 Tollway opened in 2018 and runs from Mansfield through Grand Prairie and Arlington. Census figures put the average Mansfield commute at 28.6 minutes.
Two road projects are in planning. The NTTA is studying a 5.5-mile extension of the 360 Tollway south from US-287 to US-67, and TxDOT plans to widen FM 157 to four lanes, with construction bids as early as 2031.
Two large master-planned communities, the historic downtown and the Venus-mail part of the city, with builder prices as of October 2026.
South Pointe covers more than 870 acres along the US-287 and SH-360 corridor, with nine parks, two stocked fishing lakes, a resort-style pool and trails. Coventry Homes lists homes from $469,990 on 50-foot lots, and Grand Homes is selling its final phase at $940,000s to $1.1 million. Community amenities.
M3 Ranch covers nearly 900 acres with more than 1,600 homes planned, priced from the $490s to over $1 million. Highland Homes, American Legend Homes and Perry Homes build there. The plan includes greenbelts, a waterfall lake, ponds, hike-and-bike trails and a farmhouse-style amenity center with a resort pool. Community information.
The city dates its historic downtown to the 1800s and counts more than 1,000 parking spaces within a 10-minute walk. Older homes on the surrounding streets sit close to downtown shops and restaurants.
About 2.5% of the city uses ZIP 76084, which the Postal Service lists as Venus with Mansfield accepted. Across all of ZIP 76084, most of which lies outside Mansfield around Venus, homes sold for a median $369,000, down 6.8%, with a median 71 days on market (Redfin, three months to September 2026). The ZIP spans Johnson and Ellis counties. Mansfield ZIP code guide.
Mansfield ISD earned a B (87), and all 8 of its high schools earned an A, for 2025-26.
Mansfield ISD earned a B with a score of 87 in TEA 2025-26. The district has 34,654 students, and 21 of its 47 rated campuses earned an A, including a pre-K academy. Its four-year graduation rate is 96.7%.
Every Mansfield ISD high school earned an A, led by Frontier STEM Academy (99) and Lake Ridge High School (96). Campus assignment goes by address, and specialty programs such as Frontier STEM have their own admission rules.
Read the Mansfield ISD guide for every campus rating and source.
Mansfield spans three counties, so the 2026 combined rate runs from about $2.06 to $2.25 per $100.
On the Tarrant County side, the city, Mansfield ISD, Tarrant County, the hospital district and Tarrant College together levy about $2.25 per $100. The Johnson County side runs about $2.20 and the Ellis County side about $2.06. On a $400,000 homestead, that works out to roughly $6,100 to $6,600 a year after exemptions (2026 property tax guide).
The $140,000 homestead exemption applies only to the school district’s share of the bill. The county, city and other units apply their own exemptions. Texas Comptroller exemption guidance.
Texas appraises property as of January 1, so a new home’s first bill can cover the land only. The next bill reflects the finished house.
Silvia works with Mansfield buyers in English or Spanish.
Silvia prices offers against recent nearby sales. She represented the buyer at 2501 Blossom Trail, which closed at $395,000 in May 2026.
A Mansfield address can fall in Tarrant, Ellis or Johnson County. Silvia confirms which one before you write an offer, since the combined rate differs by about $0.19 per $100.
Silvia Poulin speaks English and Spanish. A 30-minute consultation covers your search, budget and timeline.
In a model home, the sales representative works for the builder, so bring your own agent or ask about the builder’s agent-registration policy before your first visit. Your written buyer agreement spells out Silvia’s services and negotiable compensation, including any amount you may owe, and a builder contribution toward it is never guaranteed. Buyer agreement guidance.
M3 Ranch runs from the $490s to over $1 million, and South Pointe from $469,990 (Coventry). New-home listings also show Tri Pointe’s View at the Reserve from $420,990 and Ashton Woods’ Parkside from $359,990.
Active Mansfield listings from NTREIS, the North Texas MLS. Listing status can change daily.
Selling in Mansfield? Get your home's value →
Answers to the questions we hear most from buyers.
In-depth guides for Mansfield homebuyers
Campus ratings, attendance zones, and what to know before you buy.
Read Guide →Builders, communities, pricing, and incentives for new builds.
Read Guide →Side-by-side comparison of housing, schools, taxes, and commutes.
Read Guide →Down payment assistance, loan programs, and step-by-step buying process.
Read Guide →How a local realtor can help you find a rental home.
Read Guide →Dated housing-market figures and sources for the DFW area.
Read Report →
Licensed Texas REALTOR® · License #835307 · BK Real Estate
Discuss your goals, timeline, and target neighborhoods. No obligation.
Schedule My Mansfield Buyer ConsultationOr call (972) 827-7334