BiggerPockets Daily Rents For Single-Family Homes Are Outpacing Apartments By Huge Margins
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Feb 7, 2025 Single-family rentals are outpacing apartment rents by a significant 20% as demand surges. Median rent for single-family homes has reached $2,174, compared to $1,812 for apartments. The podcast delves into factors driving this trend, including increased investment from Wall Street in build-to-rent communities. Key cities experiencing a rental boom are highlighted, alongside the effects of record apartment construction. Finally, listeners are prompted to rethink their investment strategies in light of these market shifts.
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SFRs Outpace Apartments
- Single-family rentals (SFRs) are outpacing apartment rents by 20%, according to Zillow.
- The median SFR rent is $2,174/month, while apartments average $1,812/month.
Supply and Demand Dynamics
- High multifamily construction is keeping apartment rents in check.
- Limited SFR construction contributes to a supply shortage and higher prices.
Millennial Influence
- Millennials desire more space, but higher mortgage rates force them to rent.
- This increased rental demand further drives up SFR rent prices.