Lower-Priced Rentals See 19.9% Growth Since 2019, Reports Realtor.com
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
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Source: PRnewswire
- Rent Growth Trend: From December 2019 to December 2025, the median asking rent for lower-priced rentals increased by 19.9%, compared to just 12.5% for higher-priced rentals, indicating heightened pressure on low-income renters and sustained demand for affordable housing options.
- Easing Rent Declines: The 0.7% year-over-year decline in December 2025 marks the smallest drop since 2021, reflecting a slowdown in price reductions at the high end of the market, which is gradually affecting the overall rental price structure.
- Market Disparity: The report highlights that lower-priced rentals have experienced faster rent growth relative to the median, creating significant challenges for low-income renters, particularly in cities like Boston and Nashville, where the share of lower-priced rents relative to the median has notably increased.
- Economist Insights: Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com, noted that while national rent declines have been persistent, the price pressures on lower-priced rentals mean that many renters seeking affordable options are not experiencing much relief, reflecting structural issues within the market.
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News Corporation is a diversified media and information services company. Its Digital Real Estate Services segment consists of the Company’s interest in REA Group and Move. REA Group is a digital media business specializing in property and property-related services on its Websites and mobile apps. Move is a provider of digital real estate services in the United States and primarily operates a real estate information, advertising and services platform, as well as its referral-based services, online tools and services to do-it-yourself landlords and tenants. Its Dow Jones segment consists of Dow Jones, a global provider of news and business information, which distributes its content and data through a variety of media channels. Its Book Publishing segment consists of HarperCollins, a consumer book publisher with operations in 15 countries. Its News Media segment consists of News Corp Australia, News UK and the New York Post and includes The Australian, The Daily Telegraph, among others.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
