If you’ve been browsing apartments and thinking, “Wasn’t this unit $400 cheaper just a year ago?”—you’re not alone. A recent Zillow analysis confirms what renters across the country have suspected for months: rents are on the rise, and affordability is slipping further out of reach for millions of Americans. According to the report featured on […]
In today’s unpredictable housing market, an unexpected trend is emerging: in several U.S. cities, it’s now more affordable to buy a home than to rent one. While this might sound counterintuitive given high interest rates and inflated home prices in many areas, local conditions are proving that ownership may now offer better long-term value than
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If you’re looking for a two-bedroom apartment in Manhattan right now, brace yourself: competition is intense, inventory is shrinking, and prices are reaching record-breaking levels. This isn’t just a seasonal spike—it’s part of a growing trend that’s reshaping New York City’s rental landscape. A Market on Fire: The Latest Rent Data A recent Curbed article
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Good news for renters: After years of sky-high prices, the U.S. rental market is finally showing signs of relief. According to a recent report from Redfin, the median asking rent across the U.S. has fallen to $1,653 as of June 2025, making it the most affordable it has been since the early days of the
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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
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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,
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