Rents Fall for a 35th Straight Month as Supply Does the Work
The median asking rent fell 1.5% year over year to $1,692 in June β the 35th straight decline β while weak permitting threatens future supply.
Rent Affordability
Apartment Concessions in 2026: How Renters Can Negotiate Better Deals
Free rent, waived fees and other apartment concessions are common in 2026. How renters can negotiate a better deal.
U.S. Rental Market Update 2026: Rent Growth Is Cooling, Affordability Is Improving, and Supply Is Still Doing the Work
Rent growth is cooling, rental affordability is improving, and new apartment supply is still reshaping the 2026 rental market.