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U.S. Active Home Listings Rise 5.6% Year Over Year

October 08, 2026

Active home listings rose 5.6% year over year as of September 2026, marking increased buyer leverage but still below pre-pandemic levels by 5.2%. Inventory growth slowed compared to previous years, with some regions like Florida seeing a 10% decline. The Midwest and Northeast remain tight markets, while the South and Mountain West have looser inventory due to new construction and price adjustments. Real prices are cooling, improving affordability and market balance.

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