Homebuyers, take note: Many listings are selling for under asking price, and most are lingering on the market. Florida homebuyers are seeing the biggest discount. Today’s average home listing is selling for under its asking price, and taking a long time to sell. While that’s not ideal for sellers, it’s good news for homebuyers who […]
Nationwide, the median asking rent was little changed from a year earlier, down 0.1% to $1,599. But rents may inch up if demand outstrips supply in a big way, which is feasible because apartment construction is slowing and high homebuying costs are fueling renter demand. The median U.S. asking rent was $1,599 in January, little
Most homeowners still have a mortgage rate far below today’s levels, which is prompting many to stay put. But this lock-in effect is starting to ease because Americans are growing accustomed to elevated rates, and for many, it’s not realistic to stay put forever. That’s boosting listings and easing the housing shortage. Nationwide, 17.2% of
Single and divorced people are more likely than people who are married to make certain sacrifices, including skipping meals, to afford rent and mortgage payments, according to Redfin survey findings. That’s largely because single people are making payments alone; for instance, a single Washington, D.C. renter pays nearly $12,000 more per year than someone splitting
Below we’ve outlined recent Los Angeles housing statistics and insights in light of the devastating wildfires. We’ll be updating this page with new information as it becomes available and as the situation evolves. Redfin agents are working hard to help local homebuyers and sellers navigate disruptions and changes to their transactions. Many Redfin agents are
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The median asking rent for an apartment in downtown Seattle grew 2.5% year over year in December to $2,000—the first rise in 17 months. Seattle has built more new apartments than most major metros over the past few years, helping to keep rents in check, but demand may start to increase as companies like Amazon
