U.S. Rents Fall for 33rd Straight Month as Surge in New Multi-family Construction Points to Continued Renter Relief
The Northeast is showing the strongest construction momentum, while the West is falling behind its own historical norms AUSTIN, Texas, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. rental market continues to favor renters, and a new wave of supply may keep it that way. According to the Realtor.com ® April Rental Report, the national median asking monthly rent across the 50 largest metropolitan areas fell to $1,673 in April 2026, down $29, or 1.7%, year-over-year, marking the 33rd consecutive month of annual declines for 0-2 bedroom properties.