Existing home sales forecast to rise 4.4% yearly, reaching about 4.24 million transactions in 2026, signaling moderate recovery rather than rapid expansion.
National home values expected to increase 0.7% to 1.2% annually by end of 2026, indicating slow, steady appreciation under balanced supply-demand conditions.
Mortgage rates projected to remain above 6% throughout 2026, but gradual easing expected to unlock demand and support increased sales activity.
Multifamily rents forecast to grow 0.9% yearly, while single-family rental prices increase 1.8% annually, reflecting moderate demand and expanding rental supply.
