CoStar Group Inc.'s Homes.com has released a new analysis highlighting trends in the U.S. residential real estate market through January 2026. The report shows that the nationwide median home sale price rose to $374,900 in January 2026, up from $370,000 the previous year, marking a 1.3% year-over-year increase. Over the past two years, home price growth averaged 2.8% annually, closely matching inflation, while incomes have grown more rapidly, improving affordability for buyers. Market indicators point to a balanced environment between buyers and sellers, with inventory levels and median days on market returning to normal ranges. The report indicates a healthier negotiating environment and suggests optimism as the spring homebuying season begins.

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