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Rents fell for the 25th straight month in August, with prices down 2.2% year-over-year and momentum shifting as more renters opt to move for better value amid an ongoing market correction. It comes from new Realtor.com data, which shows the national median rent for 0-2 bedroom units in the 50 largest metros now stands at $1,713, down $46 from the August 2022 peak, yet still $249 (17%) above pre-pandemic levels. This cumulative increase, while steep, has not kept pace with overall inflation, now up 26% since 2019, nor with the cost of for-sale homes, which has risen 51.3% in the same six-year window. Studio apartments are now renting for a median $1,430—a decrease of 1.7%... Read more
Key Takeaways On-time rent payments are slipping, with late payments reaching 11.7% in June 2025—the highest since mid-2024. Full rent collections remain steady,...
In April 2023, as a bitter debate raged between landlords, tenants and policymakers over how to bring vacant, low-cost apartments back to the rental market during a...
Manufactured housing sees rising demand and investor interest, becoming a top-performing asset in commercial real estate. Key Takeaways Manufactured housing is seeing...
Are you searching for a smarter way to finance multifamily investments? HUD multifamily loans might be the solution you’ve been looking for. These loans offer...
Sometimes living within your means requires making the most of every inch of your space. One way to do that? Renting an efficiency apartment. But what is an efficiency apartment exactly? Here, we unpack what makes an efficiency apartment unique, outline its key features, compare it with a studio, and walk you through the building amenities you might find. Keep reading to see if an efficiency apartment checks all your boxes. What Is an Efficiency Apartment? An efficiency apartment is a self-contained living space. It is a single room that includes a kitchenette, a bathroom, and other essential areas. Even seasoned property management personnel sometimes swaps the terms. But there’s more... Read more
If you’re apartment hunting in a busy city, you might bump into something called a railroad apartment. The name may sound unusual, but these units are actually quite...
With rising housing costs and a growing demand for minimalist, eco-friendly living, many people are choosing smaller spaces that maximize efficiency while sacrificing...
Remote work, steep mortgage rates and new types of rental properties are fueling demand far from urban downtowns. Renting is taking off in the suburbs as homeownership...
A new industry report on renter delinquency trends paints a starker picture of the multifamily sector in 2025 than was suggested here last month. Produced by J Turner...
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