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The Number of Renter Households Is Surging Again What Q3 2024’s Record-Breaking Growth Tells Us About the U.S. Housing Market

A New Record: Renter Households Hit 45.5 Million in Q3 2024 The U.S. rental market just crossed another milestone. According to new Census Bureau data reported by Yield PRO, the number of renter households reached 45,494,000 in Q3 2024 the highest level ever recorded. This isn’t a one-time spike. It’s part of a two-year surge […]

The 10 Most Expensive College Towns in America (2025): Why Rents Are So High and What It Means for Students, Families, and Local Communities

College towns have long been known for their charm tree-lined streets, cozy cafés, lively campuses, and tight-knit communities. But in 2025, many of these same towns come with something far less charming: sky-high housing costs. A recent analysis from Redfin, featured in Quartz, reveals the growing affordability crisis hitting America’s most popular college towns. And […]

Manhattan Rents Just Surged Again Why NYC Is Facing Its Biggest Jump in Years

New York City renters are feeling the squeeze once more. According to a recent report from Yahoo Finance, Manhattan just recorded its biggest annual rent increase since 2023, pushing median rent prices back above the $4,000 mark and reminding everyone why the city remains one of the toughest rental markets in the country. The new […]

NYC Rents Just Posted Their Biggest Jump Since 2023 Here’s What’s Behind the Surge

New York City’s rental market is heating up once again and this time, the numbers are hard to ignore. According to new data, Manhattan’s median rent has climbed to about $4,200, representing a 5% year-over-year jump, the steepest increase recorded since 2023. While NYC is no stranger to pricey housing, this new surge adds fresh […]

U.S. Asking Rents Are Mostly Flat What This Cooling Trend Means for Renters in 2025

After years of aggressive rent hikes, a new report from Calculated Risk shows something renters have been waiting for: asking rents have barely changed compared to last year. According to the latest national data, the median asking rent is showing near-zero year-over-year growth, marking one of the calmest rental markets since before the pandemic. After […]

America’s Largest Cities Are Growing Again Here’s What’s Behind the Urban Comeback

For years, headlines proclaimed the “death of big cities.” From New York to Los Angeles, pandemic-era fears, work-from-home trends, and shifting lifestyle preferences drove many Americans toward suburbs and smaller metros. But new data from the U.S. Census Bureau tells a very different story: America’s largest cities are growing again and at a surprisingly fast […]