July 30, 2025

U.S. single‑family rent prices are on the rise again, with Cotality’s March 2025 Single‑Family Rent Index (SFRI) reporting a 2.9% year‑over‑year increase. This marks the third consecutive month of accelerating rent growth, signaling that the softening rental market seen in late 2024 may be firmly in the rearview mirror. “After hitting a low point in […]

After years of relentless rent hikes, there is cautious optimism that 2025 might mark a turning point for renters. From 2021 to 2023, rental costs skyrocketed by nearly 26%, with median asking rents climbing from $1,350 to $1,700 nationwide. For many households, this sharp increase pushed housing costs far beyond the recommended 30% income threshold,