【World Property Journal】U.S. Home Prices Rise Further in Q2 as Higher Rates Limit Buyers

The U.S. housing market regained momentum in the second quarter of 2026, with home prices rising across a larger share of metropolitan areas as buyers returned despite continued pressure from elevated mortgage rates.

Home prices increased year-over-year in 80% of U.S. metropolitan markets during the second quarter, up sharply from 71% in the first quarter, according to the latest quarterly report from the National Association of Realtors. The report provides quarterly data on median home prices and housing affordability across metro areas, offering a broad view of market conditions for buyers, sellers, agents and the broader real estate industry.

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