Home Prices Increased in 80% of Metro Areas in Second Quarter of 2026

Home Prices Increased in 80% of Metro Areas in Second Quarter of 2026: NAR's Q2 2026 report found home prices increased in 80% of metro areas, with the national median existing single-family home price rising 1.5% year over year to $434,900. Sales improved in most regions despite higher mortgage rates, while affordability benefited from income growth. The report also highlights top-performing, most expensive, and most affordable housing markets.