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Chris Dorward

Chris Dorward
Real Estate Agent (Salesperson)
Rockwall TX

Salesperson (TX: 0672773)

11 years experience

REALTOR® 16 Active Listings Serves Rockwall County, TX
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Contact Information

Brokerage
Keller Williams Rockwall

Office Website
Office Address
2701 Sunset Ridge Ste 109
Rockwall, TX  75032
(Rockwall County)
Office Phone
972-772-7000
Office Fax
Mobile
972-961-3990
Email
chri********@**.com
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Service Areas

McLendon-Chisholm: TX Heath: TX Rockwall: TX Fate: TX Dallas: TX Rowlett: TX Mobile City: TX Union Valley: TX Josephine: TX Royse City: TX Sachse: TX St. Paul: TX Wylie: TX Lucas: TX

About Chris Dorward

Chris is a dedicated real estate professional with a passion for helping clients navigate the complexities of buying and selling homes. A proud husband and father, [he/she/they] finds joy in family life with [his/her/their] wife and two children, Emily and Cooper.

With a robust background in the Marine Corps and law enforcement, Chris brings a unique perspective to the real estate industry, emphasizing meticulous attention to detail and strategic planning at every stage of the process. [He/She/They] values integrity, trust, and diligence, aiming to build lasting relationships with clients.

Understanding that buying or selling a home is a significant life event, Chris is committed to ensuring that clients achieve results that align with their expectations. This involves providing clear insights into pricing, recognizing a property's future potential, and identifying any challenges that may arise.

The Dorward Team takes a neighborhood-focused approach to evaluating the Dallas-area real estate market, recognizing that each community has its own dynamics. With a deep understanding of the construction process, Chris is equipped to assess how timing and quality impact property values. Clients can expect straightforward and honest guidance throughout their journey.

At the Dorward Team, the focus is not just on the market as a whole, but on understanding the unique market that best suits each client’s needs.

Rockwall County, TX Real Estate Market Analysis (Single Family Homes)

$574,887
Avg. Listing Price
From Chris's portfolio
3.9 / 3.2
Avg. Beds/Baths
Typical property size
2,737 sf
Avg. Square Footage
Interior living space
1683
Active Listings
Current inventory

Rockwall County stands out as one of Texas's most dynamic and rapidly evolving real estate markets, representing a unique blend of lakefront luxury, suburban family appeal, and strategic proximity to the Dallas metroplex. Despite being Texas's smallest county by land area, this compact region has transformed from a quiet lakeside community into one of the most sought-after residential destinations in North Texas, with property values and development activity that consistently outpace many larger metropolitan areas.

The real estate landscape here is supported by exactly 1,255 actively licensed agents, all of whom maintain current email contact information, creating an unusually well-connected and digitally accessible professional network. This complete digital connectivity reflects the market's sophisticated approach to modern real estate transactions and the tech-savvy nature of both agents and clients in this affluent county.

Major Rockwall County, Texas Real Estate Markets

The city of Rockwall serves as the county seat and primary market hub, featuring a diverse mix of historic downtown properties, luxury lakefront estates, and expanding suburban developments. Nearby communities like Heath, Fate, McLendon-Chisholm, and Royse City each offer distinct market characteristics, from Heath's prestigious waterfront properties commanding premium prices to Fate's family-oriented neighborhoods and Royse City's more affordable entry-level options for first-time homebuyers.

Lake Ray Hubbard's 40-mile shoreline creates a unique geographic anchor that drives much of the county's luxury market activity, with waterfront properties often selling for significantly higher per-square-foot prices than comparable inland homes. The eastern portions of the county, including areas around McLendon-Chisholm, represent some of the fastest-growing residential sectors, attracting buyers seeking larger lots and newer construction while maintaining reasonable commute times to Dallas.

Market Dynamics and Geographic Complexity

What makes Rockwall County particularly intriguing is its role as a bedroom community that has developed its own economic identity, with major employers like Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall and expanding retail centers reducing residents' dependence on Dallas-based employment. This economic diversification has created surprising resilience in the housing market, with demand remaining strong even during broader regional economic fluctuations.

The county's small geographic footprint creates intense competition for available land, driving innovative development patterns and higher density projects that might seem unusual for a traditionally suburban Texas market. Agent specialization has become increasingly important, with some focusing exclusively on lakefront properties, others on new construction communities, and still others on the unique challenges of historic downtown renovations and commercial mixed-use developments.

Why Businesses Need Rockwall County, Texas Agent Contact Data

For mortgage lenders, home service companies, and real estate technology providers, Rockwall County represents a concentrated market of high-value transactions and tech-forward professionals. The complete email accessibility of all 1,255 licensed agents creates exceptional opportunities for targeted marketing campaigns, with response rates typically higher than in larger, more fragmented markets where agent contact information may be incomplete or outdated.

Insurance companies, moving services, and home improvement contractors find particular success in this market due to the high percentage of luxury properties and the community's emphasis on maintaining property values. The tight-knit nature of the local real estate community means that successful partnerships with agents often lead to sustained referral relationships and word-of-mouth marketing that extends throughout the entire county network.

Current Property Listings

As of 2/13/2026, Chris Dorward has 16 properties for sale in Rockwall and surrounding areas. These are the top 10 listings.

$199,000

Listed 2024-08-10

616 N Josephine St
Royse City, TX  75189

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Lot: 24,916 sf
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$1,795,000

Listed 2026-02-04

530 Ridge Point Dr
Heath, TX  75126

Beds: 6.0
Baths: 5.5
Sq Ft: 6,589
Lot: 72,745 sf
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$999,999

Listed 2025-08-26

152 Enchanted Dr
Enchanted Oaks, TX  75156

Beds: 4.0
Baths: 2.5
Sq Ft: 2,482
Lot: 7,405 sf
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$529,682

Listed 2026-02-08

304 Big Antler Ct
Heath, TX  75126

Beds: 3.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 2,111
Lot: 12,763 sf
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$539,451

Listed 2026-02-08

105 Deep Water Ct
Heath, TX  75126

Beds: 3.0
Baths: 2.0
Sq Ft: 2,100
Lot: 12,458 sf
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$589,411

Listed 2026-02-08

308 Big Antler Ct
Heath, TX  75126

Beds: 4.0
Baths: 2.5
Sq Ft: 2,596
Lot: 12,720 sf
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$524,900

Listed 2026-01-21

408 Piper Ln
Fate, TX  75087

Beds: 4.0
Baths: 3.5
Sq Ft: 3,296
Lot: 9,496 sf
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$489,000

Listed 2026-01-15

7305 Meadowwood Dr
Rowlett, TX  75089

Beds: 5.0
Baths: 3.0
Sq Ft: 3,253
Lot: 12,981 sf
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$649,900

Listed 2026-02-04

625 Arcadia Way
Rockwall, TX  75087

Beds: 4.0
Baths: 3.0
Sq Ft: 3,267
Lot: 11,543 sf
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$574,999

Listed 2025-06-25

2505 Claymore Ave
Garland, TX  75043

Beds: 5.0
Baths: 3.0
Sq Ft: 3,833
Lot: 10,019 sf
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Current Property Rentals

Chris Dorward currently has no rental properties available in Rockwall and surrounding areas. Check back later.