JULY 2026 · MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

The Top Six

in Six Months

Western North Dakota's first half of '26

Six developments. Six months. One straight read on what each one means for your home, your move, and the place we all live.

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Hey, it's Erik.

Six things happened in Western ND this year that are already moving home values. Here's the fast version:

01	Oil The Bakken is settling into a steadier, longer-lasting kind of growth, backed by a $157M push to unlock more oil.

02	Pipeline A $500M pipeline just cleared the runway for new industries (and new buyers) in McKenzie County.

03	Retail Watford City hired a national firm to recruit retailers, backed by a $98K median household income.

04	Groundbreaking Chick-fil-A, a baseball training facility, and an Ice and Turf complex are all breaking ground in Williston.

05	Home Values Williston home values are up 4.9% and homes are moving in about a month.

06	Downtown A new downtown is rising on the old airport site, anchored by Target and a Sanford Health clinic.

That last one is the big one. I think people will look back on 2026 and point to it.

Full breakdown, with my honest read on each, right here:

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Want to know what any of this means for your home's value specifically? That's a 5-minute conversation.

Sincerely,
Erik Peterson
Proven Realty, Owner/Broker
(701) 369-3949
[email protected]
ProvenRealtyND.com

Bakken Market Snapshot

WILLISTON

MEDIAN LIST

$525,000

▲ from $499,000

ACTIVE LISTINGS

62

▲ from 59

DAYS ON MARKET

83

▼ from 87

Prices climbed again and demand kept building. Homes are moving faster even as new inventory hits the market.

WATFORD CITY

MEDIAN LIST

$477,500

▼ from $489,750

ACTIVE LISTINGS

20

— flat

DAYS ON MARKET

55

▲ from 49

Prices dipped and demand softened. Inventory growth relative to demand is starting to put downward pressure on pricing.

DICKINSON

MEDIAN LIST

$410,000

▲ from $405,000

ACTIVE LISTINGS

69

▲ from 68

DAYS ON MARKET

128

▲ from 125

Prices stepped up again with demand cooling slightly. Still in seller territory but homes are taking longer to move.

THE TAKEAWAY · MONTHLY VIEW

June painted three different pictures across the Bakken. Williston was the clear leader, climbing from $499K to $525K with demand steadily building and homes moving faster every week. Dickinson grinded higher all month from $380K to $410K with prices hitting another all-time high, though inventory is starting to build. Watford City was the wildcard, swinging from $514K down to $477K as inventory grew and demand cooled. The common thread: tight supply continues to hold pricing power, but the gap between markets is widening. Sellers who price right are still moving inventory at peak values. Buyers waiting for a broad pullback haven't gotten one, but Watford City is the first market showing real signs of softening. Local strategy matters more than ever heading into Q3.

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Proven Realty’s VIP Client Appreciation Night

We just locked down the keys to the entire park, and your name is on the guest list! To say a massive THANK YOU for letting us be part of your story, we are throwing a Proven VIP Client Appreciation Night!

On July 7th at 7:30 PM, we are shutting down Williston Water World for an exclusive, after-hours takeover. We’re talking an epic summer night hanging out under the stars with the team you trust.

⚠️ To keep this experience purely VIP, we can only let 100 people past the gates. Once those 100 tickets are claimed, we no longer have space for others to join. Trust us, these spots are going to vanish faster than ice cream in July. ☀️🍦

Don't get left on dry land! Grab your crew and secure your free spot before they're gone!

RSVP Here!

June 2026 Sales Update

June closed strong with 22 transactions and over $8.3 million in volume, bringing our year-to-date totals to 112 closings and $37.1 million. That kind of production doesn't happen without great clients, and we're genuinely grateful for the trust you place in this team. If you're thinking about making a move before year end, we'd love to help.

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At Proven Realty, our vision is to be the leading real estate company in North Dakota and Eastern Montana, known for our exceptional customer service, deep local expertise, and unwavering commitment to our clients. We believe that our impact extends beyond transactions; we are dedicated to changing the lives of our clients, as well as our agents and employees

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In the Channel

Chick-fil-A has officially broken ground at Williston Square, bringing one of America's most popular restaurant brands to western North Dakota.

This exciting development represents continued growth, new jobs, and more dining options for our community.

What business would you like to see come to Williston next? 👇

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