Homes lingered on the market in Atlanta. Meanwhile, housing inventory and existing-home sales ticked up, according to the latest Housing Scorecard.

Spa-style amenities, customizable lighting options, integrated technology, storage solutions — and ample space for these features — all surfaced as top trends.

By region, sales rose in the Midwest, Northeast and South but fell in the West. 

Bold, geometric designs like chevrons, sunbursts, zigzags and stepped shapes are making a huge comeback as of late — and Houzz said that will continue into 2026.

The typical asking rent for an average rental unit reached $1,860.

Renters paid an average of $1,430 for one-bedroom apartments during the third quarter, an increase of 4.3% year over year.

The chief economist for the National Association of REALTORS® also predicts home prices will climb 4% compared to 2025. 

At the same time, the average age of the first-time buyer hit an all-time high of 40, according to the 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers. 

At the top of the list? WaterSense fixtures — the plumbing solution, which claims to reduce water use by more than 20%, increased in popularity by 289.6%.

Atlanta has seen rapid growth in the sector and ranked No. 8 on the list. The pipeline hit 4,208 units in 2024 after increasing 44% from the year before.

The city offers buyers the most space per dollar in the nation for homes in the $1 to $2 million price range.

Nationwide, the median price for a single-family home increased 1.7% year over year to $426,800. Prices increased by the same annual rate during the second quarter.

Active listings in Atlanta grew by almost 20% in October as home prices continued to dip and sales slowed slightly, according to Georgia MLS.

Home sales grew and inventory saw a boost in Atlanta last month, according to the latest Housing Scorecard.

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Given the rate of sales, the nation had a 4.6-month housing supply, up from 4.2 months a year prior.