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.

Foreign Buyers Purchased $45.3 Billion Worth of U.S. Homes from April ‘25 to March ‘26

Foreign Buyers Purchased $45.3 Billion Worth of U.S. Homes from April ‘25 to March ‘26: Foreign buyers purchased 67,100 U.S. homes worth $45.3 billion from April 2025 to March 2026, according to NAR's latest report. Purchases fell 14% and dollar volume declined 19.1% from the prior year. Canada led in buyer share, while China generated the highest dollar volume. Florida remained the top destination for international buyers.