Latest real estate market trends and analysis
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With home prices ranging from $97,000 in Detroit to $1.65 million in San Francisco, what you pay in real estate commissions varies enormously by market. ShopProp's flat-fee model means buyers keep the commission overage as a rebate — often $10,000 to $25,000 or more. Here's exactly how the math works across all nine markets ShopProp serves.
After two years of high rates and frozen inventory, the 2026 housing market is showing signs buyers have been waiting for. Rates are stabilizing near 6%, incomes are outpacing prices, and national sales are projected to climb 14%. Here's what the data says about whether to buy now or keep waiting.
The 2026 housing market looks different depending on where you're shopping. From Detroit's explosive appreciation to San Francisco's inventory crunch, every market tells its own story. Here's a city-by-city breakdown of where prices are headed and what buyers and sellers should expect.
The Honolulu housing market in 2026 is a story of two very different segments: a tight, competitive single-family home market where 31% of sales close above asking price, and a softer condo market with growing inventory and more room to negotiate. Understanding which segment you're buying into — and what drives each — is essential for any buyer approaching O'ahu real estate this year.
Metro Detroit is one of the most-watched housing markets in the country heading into 2026, with projected appreciation of 9.5% and a structural housing shortage that shows no signs of easing. Mortgage rates in Michigan are forecast to drop to the mid-4% range, creating a narrow buying window in the first half of the year. Here's what the data says about Detroit, its suburbs, and Ann Arbor.
San Diego home values hover near $913K with a projected 2.1% gain through 2026, and coastal neighborhoods are expected to outperform the state average. Mortgage applications are up 31% nationally, signaling serious buyer intent is back. Here's a data-driven look at whether now is the right time to buy in San Diego.