Housing Market
Renting Is Cheaper Than Buying in Every Major U.S. Market
Realtor.com finds renting is cheaper than buying in all 50 metros, with $920 average monthly savings and a shrinking gap shaping buyer timing.
April 17, 2026
Realtor.com finds renting is cheaper than buying in all 50 metros, with $920 average monthly savings and a shrinking gap shaping buyer timing.
Realtor.com reports 60% of renters plan to buy, with half expecting to purchase in 1–2 years as rents decline for the 25th straight month.
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